Vision Learning
Visionlearning: Ideas in Science: Theories, Hypotheses, and Laws
Learning module looking at scientific explanations. Discussion covers theories and how they develop, some well-known theories and their origins, and how theories are revised and refined. Also, covers hypotheses and laws. The three...
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania Libraries: Penn in the Age of Franklin, 1740 90
In celebration of the 300th anniversary of Benjamin Franklin's birth, the Penn Library and University Archives offers a look at the university as it was during Franklin's lifetime. Content includes original documents and manuscripts, a...
University of California
University of California Museum of Paleontology: Understanding Evolution
This resource presents extensive information for learning about and teaching evolution including an in depth course "Evolution 101", teaching materials, and a resource library.
US Geological Survey
Relative Time Scale
This is a good resource for anyone who wants to understand the historical development that led to our understanding of relative dating. This site also has links to index fossils and a table of geologic time.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: William Smith
Find out about the English geologist credited with creating the first nationwide geological map of England and Wales.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: William Smith
William Smith (March 23, 1769 - August 28, 1839) was an English geologist, credited with creating the first nationwide geological map.
Curated OER
Smithsonian Libraries: Scientific Identity: William Smith (1769 1839)
A portrait of William Smith from the Dibner Library of the History of Science and Technology, made available through the Smithsonian Institution's Scientific Identity Collection.