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This online science museum hosted by Cornell University features web-based exhibits and virtual worlds in a multi-user game environment. The programs offer educational science content and simulations that encourage teachers and K-12 students to learn about current research and build on their familiarity with current information technologies. Some exhibits are framed as galleries, some as games, and others as interactive laboratories in which students and educators interact to learn about topics ranging from wave science to genetics. The SciCentr web site features links to the exhibits and information and publications about the project. There are also resources for users such as information for downloading and installing software, documentation on using the resources, and lesson plans designed to assist coaches and educators in their use.
Summary
| Subject keyword(s) | Biological science, Educational technology, General science, learning games |
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| Grade level | Elementary School, Middle School, High School, Informal Education, Vocational/Professional Development Education |
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| Intended audience | Educator, General Public, Learner |
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| Resource type | Audio/Visual, Collection, Instructional Material, Reference Material, Text, Tool |
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| Resource format | application, application/pdf, image, image/jpeg, text, text/html |
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| Rights | Copyright 2008 Cornell University |
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Found in collection(s)
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| Title | General Science and STEM Gateways and Resources |
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| Link | http://www.nsdl.org/collection/general-science/ |
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| Description | The General Science and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Gateways and Resources collection is comprised of web portals, web sites, and individual digital resources. The collection includes portals and sites offering material on three or more scientific disciplines or the entire STEM spectrum--or offering substantial material devoted to the nature of science and/or scientific method. Also included are individual resources focusing on the nature of science or scientific method. Here may be found materials for educators and learners (early childhood through graduate school), resources intended for the general public, and materials aimed at research communities. |
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Content contained within the resource
Welcome to EDUni-NY Virtual worlds are 3D multi-user virtual environments (MUVEs) in which students can explore, build exhibits and engage in self-directed learning. EDUni-NY is a secure ActiveWorlds universe hosted by Greater Southern Tier BOCES for the benefit of educators in New York State. We are a virtual community whose shared ideas and resources bring this dynamic medium to our students in new and exciting ways each year. We are serving approximately 1500 students with plans for expansion. We provide in-curriculum and afterschool virtual world programs, world hosting, teacher professional development, advanced training and support. EDUni-NY programs are aidable through the Virtual Worlds CoSer. We can cross contract with BOCES throughout the state to bring this exciting program to your school. If you are an educator in New York State, please contact us for a trial account and experience EDUni-NY for yourself today. We welcome you to join our growing online community! © 2010 GST BOCES. All Rights Reserved.
