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Methods of Teaching Evolution To Middle School Children
Young scholars study evolutionary thought. They examine how characteristics are inherited and that they are a source of variation. They illustrate the perpetuation, elimination, and variation made among members of a species. They...
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Darwin's Evolution
Students examine the impact of Charles Darwin and his theories on our life today. After watching a video, they discuss how he formulated his theories and how they have impacted the world both positively and negatively. To end the...
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Darwin's Finches
Seventh graders engage in a study of the Theory Of Evolution with the use of Darwin's finches as examples while making a connection to adaptive radiation. They use class discussion in order to further the lesson plan and focus upon...
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Critical Analysis of Evolution
Tenth graders discuss anomalies in nature and science. They discuss times that anomalies led to the collection of data that explained the phenomena and contributed to changing scientific understandings. Students work in groups to...
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Darwin, Politics, and Religion
High schoolers gain an understanding of the Darwinian theory of evolution, examine how Darwin's theory has been adopted by ruling elites in order to justify their position in power, compare religious and historical responses to Darwin's...
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The Ultimate Predator
Students already know that the most effective predator on earth today. They pay close attention, because after the teacher have finished lecturing, their assignment is to design a new "Ultimate Predator." Students present their...
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Natural Selection
Students use discussion questions, handout information and research topics to explore several issues related to natural selection and evolution. They examine Darwin's research on the finch and antibiotic resistance.
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Evolution: Is It Fact and/or Theory?
Students explore the concepts of evolution. In this biology activity, students read articles from the internet. They discuss the article within the group and answer their handouts.
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Introduction to Biology
Students examine the principles of natural selection and explain how it is the basis of the theory of evolution. In this natural selection activity students research the web on the theory of evolution.
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Who was Charles Darwin?
Students trace major developments in the history of evolutionary science. They
discuss the connections between major events in world history and major events in the development of evolutionary thought by creating timelines.
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Story Behind the Science
Story Behind the Science: Charles Darwin [Pdf]
A detailed biography of Charles Darwin highlighting the events that shaped him as a scientist. Questions are posed throughout about the nature of scientific research.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: On the Origin of Species (Historical E Book)
The complete original text of On the Origin of Species by Charles Darwin.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Evolutionary Biology: Darwin, Charles
A biography of Charles Darwin.
Museums Victoria
Melbourne Museum: Evolution
Although this is an education kit intended to accompany an exhibition on evolution at this museum. it is useful for high school Biology classes for its excellent background information on the latest ideas about the theory of evolution,...
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Alfred Russel Wallace
A complete resource including a biography, chronology, examples of Wallace's published work, quotes, and interviews.
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The Complete Works of Charles Darwin Online
The University of Cambridge has posted Darwin's entire collection of works and correspondence totaling 50,000 text pages and 40,000 images. This is an amazingly comprehensive resource that has posted both images of the original texts and...
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University of Maryland: Darwin Wallace Evolution Paper
A comprehensive description of the papers on Natural Selection published by both Darwin and Wallace in 1858. Includes full copy of Wallace's paper, 'On the Law which has regulated the Introduction of New Species.' Also includes...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Episd: Evolution of Life
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Meet Charles Darwin and his theory of evolution and natural selection. Understand why adaptations are important.
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Ck 12: Episd: Biogeography
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Why connect biology and geography? This module will provide resources for students to understand continental drift theory, human population and its distribution, and...
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Ck 12: Episd: Influences on Darwin
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] What did other scientists say about evolution? Check out this module to understand how Darwin developed his theory of evolution by natural selection and the ways...
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Ck 12: Episd: Darwin's Voyage of the Beagle
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] A complete resource featuring the research Darwin did on his trip to the Galapagos Islands and discover a more current Farallon Island with a similar environment.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Biology: Evolution
Through informational text, online lab activities, virtual simulations, and video clips, students study the concepts of biological evolution.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: Darwin
This resource is an online companion of museum-mounted exhibition about Darwin and his revolutionary theory. It covers Darwin's upbringing, influences, and discoveries employing a rich mix of media: text, photographs, videos, sound...
Texas A&M University
Peer Curricula: Story Time: Thomas H. Huxley
A biography of the remarkable life of Thomas Huxley, who began his life in abject poverty, but through self-education and dedication, became a star in world science.