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Moodle - Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions about Moodle, LEARN NC's new learning management system.

Flyers, brochures, and workshop tools

Want to learn more about how you can use LEARN NC's website and resources in your classroom — and share your knowledge with others? Whether you're adding to your own toolbox or arranging staff development, these tools will get you started. All flyers and brochures may be downloaded, printed, and distributed for purposes of sharing information about LEARN NC's website and services.

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Submitting a lesson plan: Frequently asked questions

In Web Publishing & Collaboration Guide, page 1.3

Answers to frequently asked questions about submitting lesson plans for publication on the LEARN NC website.

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Solar cooking

In this lesson, students will build a minimal solar oven that works using two cardboard boxes.

Format: lesson plan (grade 3–5 Social Studies)

By Libby Morrison.

Facial studies through creation of a face jug

In this interdisciplanary lesson, students study the anatomy of the face and use what they have learned to create thumbnail sketches of expressive faces on jugs. The lesson incorporates elements of social studies, earth science, psychology, and artistic meaning.

Format: lesson plan (grade 8–12 Visual Arts Education and Social Studies)

By Lori Shepley, Melissa Thibault, and Nelle Hayes.

Does my vote count? Understanding the electoral college

In Election 2008, page 4.1

This tutorial for students explains how the electoral college works, the origins and development of the electoral college as some controversial elections, and how much any one vote actually "weighs" in an election. Readings and activities are included.

Format: tutorial

By David Walbert.

Diseases: A brief guide to causes, symptoms, history, and treatment

Since the beginning of human existence on the planet, diseases have played a significant role in the events of every era. This brief listing of some of the most notorious diseases explains their causes, symptoms, history, prevention, and treatment, and provides links to further information.

Format: article

By Emily Jack.

Resources on the web

EconEdLink

EconEdLink maintains a large library of online economics lessons for K-12 teachers and their students, and provides essential information about creating economics lesson plans for teachers who are new to the field. (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: National Council on Economic Education

Stephen Collins Foster

Biographical information, a timeline, and the songs of one of America's musical legends can be found at this website. (Learn more)

Format: website/general

Provided by: Center for American Music, University of Pittsburgh

United States Census 2000. Mapping Census 2000: The Geography of U.S. Diversity

This comprehensive site from the U.S. Census Bureau encompasses every detail of the demographic and geographic population of the United States compiled from the 2000 census. Maps, tables and data illustrate census information. (Learn more)

Format: website/general

Provided by: U.S. Census Bureau

National Fire Prevention Week

Find information about the history of Fire Prevention Week, NFPA programs, and home safety activities including practicing home escape plans and sleepover safety tips. The FAQ section is very comprehensive and covers every aspect of fire hazards and best practices... (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: National Fire Protection Association

Australian Museum Online

Uses a wide range of formats from video to online forums for the dissemination of information and images that cover invertebrate and vertebrate zoology, mineralogy and paleontology, and anthropology. (Learn more)

Format: website/activity

Provided by: Australian Museum

The Encyclopedia of Life

This ambitious site aims to make all key information about life on Earth accessible online. The parent site is set up as a connected web of smaller species sites, which will eventually number around 1.8 million. (Learn more)

Format: website/general

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NetSmartz

This website is devoted to online safety for children and teens. Provides information, games, and activites for students, as well as educational materials for teachers and parents. Educational materials include videos, activity cards, presentations, and true... (Learn more)

Format: website/activity

Provided by: National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and Boys & Girls Clubs of America

The Amish, the Mennonites, and the Plain People

Discover the culture of the Amish people and find out information about their history, way of life, weddings, education, and dress. (Learn more)

Format: website/general

Provided by: Pennsylvania Dutch Convention and Visitors Bureau

Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation

Describes the Asian immigration experience during the 1800's through the mid-1900's and the history of the Angel Island station located in San Francisco Bay. (Learn more)

Format: website/general

Provided by: Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation

The Butterfly Lab

Includes information about breeding, feeding, and maintaining caterpillars and butterflies as well as a field guide, audio clips, and butterfly activities that can be used in the classroom. (Learn more)

Format: website/activity

Provided by: Chicago Academy of Sciences

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

A variety of maps, information, and images about the wildlife and wildlands of the Artic National Wildlife Refuge. (Learn more)

Format: website/general

Provided by: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service