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Lesson Plan
Indiana University

Indiana University Bloomington: Is It a Rock or Mineral? [Pdf]

For Teachers K - 1st
In this lesson, students will compare types of candy to learn about geological classification. Students will classify and sort different materials by their composition and physical properties.
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Lesson Plan
Indiana University

Indiana University Bloomington: Toothpaste With a Twist [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson, students will identify common uses of aggregate materials to learn about the role of natural resources in providing raw materials for an industrial society. Students will combine ingredients to make toothpaste and produce...
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Indiana University

Indiana University: Building a Nation: Indiana Limestone Photograph Collection

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of over 25,000 black and white architectural photographs that were discovered in a dilapidated house owned by the Indiana Limestone Company in Bedford, Indiana. These images of residences, churches, universities, museums,...
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Lesson Plan
Indiana University

Indiana University Bloomington: Foldable Fault Blocks [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson, students will create three-dimensional (3-D) blocks out of paper to learn about the types of faulting that occur at the Earth's surface and its interior. Students will manipulate three fault blocks to demonstrate a normal...
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Unit Plan
Indiana University

Indiana University: Sediment Contaminants

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource, which is part of a learning module, discusses sediment contaminants, problems associated with them, evidence of contamination, and how sediment contamination can be managed.
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Unit Plan
Indiana University

Center on Congress: Learn About Congress

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn about the role of the US Congress, how it works, its history, and the principles behind its creation and operation. Wonderful set of resources including FAQs, short articles and video clips, "interactive learning modules" (i.e., a...
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Indiana University

Wolfert's Roost and Other Papers, Now First Collected

For Students 9th - 10th
The 1855 edition of Washington Irving's essay collection Wolfert's Roost is provided in facsimile and can also be read in PDF and plain text form.
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Website
Indiana University

Indiana University: Jerome Library: State Constitutions

For Students 9th - 10th
Information on researching state constitutions and their history. Includes a 50-State A to Z list of resources for finding the full text of state constitutions, information on amendment process, pending and historical amendments,...
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Article
Indiana University

Indiana University: Sensory Integration: Tips to Consider

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
This article gives examples of how it looks when a child is experiencing sensory processing issues and gives tips on how to provide a sensory diet to "nourish" a child's nervous system. The examples and tips are categorized into groups...
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Activity
Indiana University

Iu: Alfred Binet (Ca.1857 1911): French Psychologist

For Students 9th - 10th
Details the life and contributions of Alfred Binet. Sections include: Quote, Major Contribution, Ideas and Interests, Publications, References.
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Activity
Indiana University

Iu: William Mc Dougall (1871 1938): British Born American Psychologist

For Students 9th - 10th
Very short overview of William McDougall, with a short list of publications. Briefly discusses his contributions to psychology.
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Primary
Indiana University

Maurer School of Law: The Declaration of Independence

For Students 9th - 10th
Full text of the Declaration of Independence, with signers from each state and links to related information.
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Handout
Indiana University

Iu: Thomas Hobbes (April 5, 1588 December 4, 1679): English Philosopher

For Students 9th - 10th
Begins as a bullet-style biography, then a great section called Ideas and Contributions.
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Website
Indiana University

Iu: Affect Control Theory

For Students 9th - 10th
This site focuses on Affect Control Theory (an interaction theory). There are on-line readings and a complete bibiliography. Also the theory's mathematical model and 140 equations are available.
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Website
Indiana University

Indiana University: More About the Wpa

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Indiana University describes the purpose the Works Progress Administration served during the Depression and summarizes the special programs of the W.P.A.
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Handout
Indiana University

Parity Violation in Atomic, Nuclear and Hadronic Systems

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes a major workshop on parity. A wonderful list of topics about parity and a really substantial scientific proposal. This is how scientists work in group. A complete description of why parity is so significant. There's a large...
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Activity
Indiana University

Iu: Charles Spearman (Ca. 1863 1945): English Psychologist

For Students 9th - 10th
Details the life and ideas of Charles Spearman. Sections include: Major Contribution, Ideas and Interests, Publications, References.
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Activity
Indiana University

Iu: Robert J. Sternberg (1949 ): Cognitive Psychologist

For Students 9th - 10th
Details the life and work of Robert Sternberg. Sections include: Education, Career, Major Contributions, Ideas and Interests, Publications, References.
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Activity
Indiana University

Iu: David Wechsler (1896 1981): Psychologist

For Students 9th - 10th
Details the life and contributions of David Wechsler. Sections include: Education, Career, Major Contributions, Ideas and Interests, Definition of Intelligence, Publications, References.
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Primary
Indiana University

Indiana University: Stamp Act

For Students 9th - 10th
From the American History Documents series, view the original document and read about the 1765 tax that ignited the American Revolution.
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Handout
Indiana University

Indiana University: Science vs. Non Science

For Teachers 9th - 10th
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.
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Article
Indiana University

Indiana U./ensi Sensi/better Biology Teaching

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Activity
Indiana University

Indiana University: League of Nations Photo Archive

For Students 9th - 10th
This informative Indiana University site offers a pictorial guide to the League of Nations as well as valuable facts and background information. A detailed resource section provides a timeline, bibliography, and research guide. Peruse...
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Website
Indiana University

Indiana University: Lilly Library: Fore Edge Painting

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibition of an obscure art form known as fore-edge painting, a decorative art that arose in Europe alongside the bookbinding trade. View examples of books embellished with finely painted fore-edges of subjects such as the Canterbury...