California State University
Csun: Nature of Science
This California State University Northridge essay on the "Nature of Science, the Scientific Method, and Measurement" includes a historical perspective.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physical Science: Nature of Science
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Definition and goal of science and how science advances.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry: Nature of Science
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Presents science as a group effort and covers how science information is communicated and shared.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Chemistry: Nature of Science
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Definition and goal of science and how science advances.
Estrella Mountain Community College
Online Biology Book: The Nature of Science and Biology
Use the scientific reasoning and critical thinking to take an in-depth look at the basics of biology.
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National Park Service: Cuyahoga Valley: Nature and Science: Nonnative Species
Describes the impact of invasions of non-native plant and insect species in Cuyahoga Valley National Park in Ohio, including the gypsy moth and the emerald ash borer.
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Geological Society of America: The Nature of Science and Scientific Method [Pdf]
An introduction to science and how scientists solve problems using the scientific method. Highlights how the scientific method has been used in the past and present.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science: Ancient Denvers
What did Denver look like millions of years ago? Find out the answer to this and see how it has changed over time. There is also a list of parks to visit in Colorado.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science: Water and Life on Mars?
Students examine how scientists are searching for evidence of water and life on Mars. Some topics explored are water and life, water-life connection, and facts about Mars. News, pictures, animations, and additional resources are included.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science:telling Time at Night Using Big Dipper [Pdf]
Students examine how to tell time by using the stars and arithmetic. Some topics explored are the Big Dipper, the North Star, and the Little Dipper.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Cube Puzzle and Toilet Paper Roll Model in Teaching the Nature of Science
This lesson incorporates inexpensive materials such as carton boxes, toilet paper roll tube, strings and toothpicks. It engages young scholars to conduct pattern observation, prediction, testing and ends up with a model construction. It...
Indiana University
Indiana University: Nature of Science Lessons
This list of nature of science lessons from the Indiana University includes three links to lessons under the heading "Realm and Limits."
Quia
Quia: Nature of Science Scientific Method Flashcards
Review the nature of science with on-line flash cards.
Indiana University
Indiana University: Science vs. Non Science
This mini-lesson at the Evolution and Nature of Science Institute site from Indiana University provides a criteria by which students can evaluate an idea or explanation for scientific credibility.
Indiana University
Indiana U./ensi Sensi/better Biology Teaching
The paper "Better Biology Teaching by EmphasizingEvolution & the Nature of Science" includes Modern Science & Uncertainty as one of the four major themes the authors advocate in the teaching of biology.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Biology and the Scientific Method Review
Review your knowledge of the nature of science as it relates to biology.
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Everhart Museum (Natural History, Science, and Art)
Located in Scranton, PA. The Everhart Museum has extensive collections with an emphasis on natural history and the visual arts.
Quia
Quia: Nature of Science
Find games and flashcards that students can use to learn the words associated with the scientific method.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science: Colorado's Forces of Nature
Students examine Colorado's forces of nature. Some topics explored are tornadoes, floods, blizzards, and windstorms. Images and video clips are included.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science: Ice Age
Learn many facts about the Ice Age and the large animals alive in Ice Age North America, such as the muskox, short-faced bear, American lion, and the grounds sloth.
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National Park Service: Walnut Canyon National Monument
Equally rich in history and science, Walnut Canyon National Monument is located in Flagstaff, Arizona. The monument was initially constructed by Sinagua, an ancient culture of farmers, the land is now home to a variety of wildlife....
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National Park Service: Big Bend
Deemed more than just a desert, Big Bend is indeed that! Find excellent narrative on the history and culture of this incredible park as well as notes on nature and science. Be sure to click on Visitor Photo Gallery for stunning views.
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National Park Service: Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument in the Sonoran Desert, in Arizona, was declared a national monument to preserve the ecological wonders it houses. Peruse the history, culture, nature and science. Teachers, be sure to check out the...
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National Park Service: Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument
The youngest volcano on the Colorado Plateau, Sunset Crater, has been standing tall and setting the landscape and ecosystem for over 900 years. Explore the history, culture, nature and science connected with Sunset Crater and the greater...
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