Curated OER
Cells: A First-Hand View
In the first of two activities, your charges prepare wet mount slides of cork and bean sprout cells in imitation of Robert Hooke's historical investigation. An excerpt from his notes is included. Then, investigators compare animal cells...
Curated OER
Early Scientists' Contributions
Five scientists and their contributions to modern cell theory are listed, one person per slide. It concludes by having viewers answer recap questions. This simple presentation can be used on the first day of your unit on cells to...
Curated OER
Early Scientists
Expose your beginning biologists to the development of cell theory and the scientists who played significant roles. The slides do not present much detail, and there are no teachers' notes to guide your lecture. Review the slides as an...
University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: Robert Hooke
The transcript of a talk given on the syndicated radio broadcast titled "The Engines of Our Ingenuity." Interesting account of Robert Hooke. Using a captivating and engaging story line, the article tells of Hooke's many interests in...
University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: A Christian Gentleman
The transcript of a talk given on the syndicated radio broadcast titled "The Engines of Our Ingenuity." The story contrasts the lives and personalities of two scientific colleagues - Robert Hooke and Robert Boyle. Discusses their...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Story Behind Your Glasses
Video describes the developments and advancements in the history of the study of optics. [4:17] Includes a short quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Wacky History of Cell Theory
Video describes the development of the cell theory and some of the scientists and disagreements involved. [6:12] Includes a short quiz and a list of additional resources to explore.
Microscopy UK
Microscopy Uk: Robert Hooke: Father of Modern Science and an Unsung Hero
An excellent biography, including all major periods of Robert Hooke's life, works, inventions, career, and even his battle with Newton.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Common Parts of the Cell 1
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Online activity summarizes the cell theory, describes four parts all cells have in common, and the importance of the work of Robert Hooke and Anton van Leeuwenhoek.
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.
City University of New York
Exploring Life@bi Odot Edu: Cell Theory
Essay on the history of our knowledge of cells and the development of the cell theory.
University of California
Ucmp: Robert Hooke
This Berkeley site offers general information about the accomplishments of Robert Hooke from 1635-1703.
University of Maryland
Thinking Problems in Oscillations and Waves: Mass on a S
A series of thought-intensive, multichoice questions from the University of Maryland concerning masses on springs. A downloadable software program on the topic is also included.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Robert Hooke
Wikipedia offers biographical information on Robert Hooke (1635-1703 CE), one of the greatest experimental scientists of the seventeenth century.
Open Curriculum
Open Curriculum: Introduction to Cells
This article helps students identify the scientists that first observed cells.
Microscopy UK
Microscopy Uk: Robert Hooke the Father of Modern Science
An excellent review of this important man in science who went unnoticed for so many years.
CPALMS
Florida State University Cpalms: Florida Students: The Cell Theory
Learn how the Cell Theory defines living organisms.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Robert Hooke
Learn about the life and contributions of Robert Hooke in this article.
Read Works
Read Works: Famous Scientists Robert Hooke
[Free Registration/Login Required] This passage contains a short biography of Robert Hooke, his development of a microscope, and his discovery of cells. he developed. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Common Parts of the Cell
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes four parts all cells have in common.
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania: Robert Hooke
A brief description of his scientific career and accomplishments.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Science World: Robert Hooke (1635 1703)
Provides a short biographical sketch of Robert Hooke and describes his most notable scientific discoveries, contributions, and associations.
University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: No. 183: Robert Hooke
A brief look into the way Hooke fit into the scientific and intellectual community of his day. Contains references to other major thinkers, and to his own inventions.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Discovery of Cells: Lesson 3
This lesson explains how cells were first discovered, and introduces scientists that were a vital part of this discovery. It is 3 of 4 in the series titled "Discovery of Cells."