iCell App

iCell is a free app in the iTunes store.  It gives students a great 3-D visual of plant, animal, and bacteria cells.  Click on an organelle and the app zooms in, giving you not only an up close view, but also a definition of the organelle.  The definitions come in three reading levels: Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced.  Only have one iPad/iPod/iPhone?  Not to worry, you can show it under your document camera for a large group discussion.
Requires iOs 4.3 or later and is compatible with iPad, iPod Touch, and iPhone.

CrashCourse YouTube Channel

Just found an AMAZING YouTube channel called CrashCourse that could be used to support your classroom instruction or if you are experimenting with the flipped classroom approach. 

"Hank and John Green are the narrators and they do an astounding job explaining concepts in U.S. History, World History, Chemistry and Biology! Most of you have probably come across them before, but for those who haven't they are worth checking out."
Click here to go to a list of the Episode Titles they have created. There are even some for English Literature. 

The iBoss Clean Search blocks the channel but will still show the videos. SO just search Crash Course and you will be able to see the videos that are offered

Interactive Cells!

The University of Utah has interactive animal and plant cells. For each orgenelle there is a short video and/or audio explaination to enhance understanding of parts and functions. There is a guide that students can use to explore these cells. Many students use Cells Alive website, but this is an alternative site.

Summer Research for New Ideas

In between your trips to the French Riviera and Costa Rica this summer, you may want to check out these K- 6 portaportals:

Math by SOL *** SS by SOL *** Science by SOL

Or visit these amazing sites:

Biology 4 Kids *** Geography 4 Kids *** Cosmos 4 Kids

Chem 4 Kids *** Physics 4 Kids *** Number Nut

I hope that you have a safe and amazing summer!

Biology App for HighSchool Lessons!

Molecules is an app which helps students view three dimensional molecular images and use their fingers to manipulate them! This would pair well with Bio.6 b. Cell Specialization. How do I get access? Just ask an ITRT and we can reserve ipod touches for your group and download this free app for you!