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Professional Organizations
American Association of Physics Teachers American Chemical Society Associated Teachers of Mathematics in Connecticut (ATOMIC) Associated Teachers of Mathematic in New England The CT Academy for Education in Mathematics, Science and Technology Connecticut Association of Physics Teachers (CAPT) Connecticut Center for Science and Exploration (CTCSE) CT Educators Computer Association Connecticut Energy Council for Teachers (CONNECT) Connecticut Public Television (CPTV) Science Expo Connecticut Science Supervisors Association (CSSA) Connecticut Science Teachers Association (CSTA) Connecticut Technology Education Association (CTEA) National Center for Mathematics and Science National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) Regional Alliance for Mathematics and Science Education Southeastern New England Marine Educators (SENEME)
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Mathematics and Science
Geometry Step-by-Step from the Land of the Incas is a fabulous collection of elaborately illustrated proofs for many theorems. Calculators OnLine Center links to more than over 12,000 interactive Web calculator -- requires patience and download time may be slow. More kinds of calculators than you could ever imagine. Coolmath.com offers math problems at all levels of challenge and for all ages including lessons in algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus; thinking games; online calculators Copernicus Educational Gateway offers K-12 resources for teachers, students, and families. Digital Library for Earth System Education is a grassroots, community-based effort involving teachers, students, and scientists working together to create a library of educational resources and services to support Earth system science education, at all levels. Eisenhower National Clearinghouse for Mathematics and Science Education Be sure to check out their magazine Focus online at ENC Focus or sign up for a free print subscription at http://www.enc.org/order. ENC's Digital Dozen highlights thirteen mathematics and science sites. A new list is presented each month. High School Hub is an academic resource for high school students including reference collection, interactive activities, subject guides, and college information. How Stuff Works is a magazine with games, puzzles and website listings about how stuff works. Also has teacher pages. Institute of Mathematical Applications has many links, including a link to Math Matters, a list of lectures that feature distinguished mathematicians and scientists who are also superb expositors able to illuminate the role mathematics is playing in understanding our world and shaping our lives. The lectures are aimed at a broad audience. Math Cats offers puzzles, interactive projects, contests, and printable activities; must download MicroWorlds plug-in for projects (free) The Prime Pages is dedicated entirely to the study of prime numbers -- history, curios, trivia, and, of course, numbers! Talcott Mountain Science Center The Math Forum The National Math Trail is a site that provides teachers with great way to get students excited about what they are learning and to utilize technology at the same time. PBS Teacher Source with links to mathematics, science, and more. The Faces of Science: African Americans in the Sciences offers a listing of scientists by discipline with links to biographical information. Site is maintained by Louisiana State University. The Mathematical Quotation Server is searchable by author or keyword. Science NetLinks sponsored by the American Association for the Advancement of Science T.H.E. Journal's Road Map to the Web for Educators Site contains links to many educational sites in mathematics and science as well as other disciplines. A brief description of each site is included. Sites are included for all grade levels as well as teacher resources for curriculum and funding. Internet Public Library NASA Resources for Educators NASA Resources for Students Autodesk Design Your Future Student run website that explores careers in math, science, and technology for girls. The Mad Scientist Network contains answers to many questions about science and a selection of simple experiments. About Today's Date contains history and facts about the numbers in today's date. Cornell Math & Science Gateway contains links for teachers and students in grades 9-12. Connecticut Geology contains helpful resources for teachers and students of earth science. Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators contains links to web sites in many academic disciplines. The MacTutor History of Mathematics Archive contains links to biographies of famous mathematicians - including a special listing of those who were born or died on today's date.
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Problem Solving and Projects
Science Hobbyist for Grades 7-12 Lots of links to information about science education, science projects, and "weird science". Problem of the Week Homepage for Grades K and up Site contains links to regularly updated problem sources for students of all grade levels. Each is evaluated for quality of problems, quality of site, and availability of answers and solutions. Dr. Sproule also has a page of math links at Math Education Websites (although some of these links do not work). Bill Nye, the Science Guy contains 40 science demos. Science Fair Central has links for teachers, students, and parents. MathsNet for Grades 6-12 Somewhat difficult to navigate without a large screen, but lots to explore. Shack's Math Problems for Grades 9 and up Site provides over 140 math and logic problems that apply concepts from algebra, geometry, probability, statistics, and the calculus. Problems are marked with one of four levels of difficulty. Links to other sites are included. Christopher Columbus (formerly called Bayer/NSFAwards) is a competition for students in grades 6-8. Teams of four students with an adult coach use science and technology to identify a community problem and develop a solution. Entry deadline is in January.
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