Anatomy of the Ear
By Donna Matusewic
The student identifies the anatomical parts of the ear and learns the purpose and function of these parts. A review follows the lesson.
Oxidation Numbers
By Debbie McClinton, Dr. Miriam Douglass, Dr. Martin McClinton
Learners assign oxidation numbers to atoms in neutral compounds and in polyatomic ions. Six examples are worked through in detail, and three problems are provided.
Relationships With Parents: A Model of Shifting…
By Kathy Henning
In this learning activity, you'll discuss shifting perceptions of parents at different life stages.
Overview: Writing Clear "How To" Instructions
By Sandy Eyler
In this learning activity you'll apply directions to follow when writing clear "how-to" instructions.
Interest Groups: Grass Roots and Community-Based
By Therese Nemec, Nancy McFadden, Deb DeRosso, Mike English
Students read about the three categories of interest groups: Economic, grass roots and community-based, and civil and constitutional rights.
Mandarin Chinese Vocabulary for the Parts of the Human Body
By Pao-Mi Wei
Using 10 views of the male and female body, learners match Mandarin Chinese words to the body parts they identify. After the part has been correctly named, learners click on the Mandarin Chinese term to hear it pronounced. This activity is particularly helpful for health care professionals.
Mandarin Chinese – At a Counter
The learner practices Mandarin Chinese in this animated scenario at a fast food counter.
Plural Possessive Nouns II
By SWTC Communication Department
Students receive more practice in writing the possessive form of plural nouns.
Ungrouped Numerical Frequency Distributions
By Thomas Pomykalski
Learners follow the steps required to construct an ungrouped frequency distribution using either manual methods or a spreadsheet.
Grouped Numerical Frequency Distributions: An Overview -- First in a Series
In this interactive object, students read about organizing data in a tabular form. A brief quiz completes the activity. This is the first in a series of six learning objects.
Religions of the World - Judaism
By Therese Nemec
In this learning activity you'll use a map to identify the 10 countries with the largest populations of Jewish people.
Naming Compounds Containing Polyatomic Ions
Learners examine a table of common polyatomic ions. Eight examples are provided for practice.
The Sphere
By Allen Reed, Douglas Jensen
Learners study the properties of a sphere and use geometric formulas to find volume and surface area.
Simplifying Algebraic Expressions: Multiplication
Learners read definitions of the terminology associated with algebraic operations and then follow steps to use the fundamental laws of multiplication to simplify algebraic expressions.
A Theoretical Analysis of Gender Stratification
By Deb DeRosso
In this interactive object, learners examine a mind map of gender stratification. Quiz questions complete the activity.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches -"Either/Or" Fallacy
By Dr. Cynthia Ellenbecker
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the either/or fallacy.
Logical Reasoning in Speeches - Research
In this learning activity you'll explore the differences between primary and secondary research.
Finding the Coordinates of the Point Where an Arc Blends Into a Line
By Alan Dohm
Students use trigonometry to find the coordinates of the blending point where a line and an arc meet. Learners are given the coordinates of the center of the arc, the radius of the arc, and the direction of the line.
Understanding Your Audience
By Bev Paulick
You'll identify the main characteristics of various audiences when writing a technical document.
Confusing Words--Cite, Site, Sight
By Rosie Bunnow
In this learning activity you'll review definitions of cite, site, and sight and completes practice exercises.
"I Want to Be Well" Case 3: Respiratory Pathogens
By Dawn Madl
In this learning activity you'll make observations and formulate an evaluation including diagnosis and microorganism identification.
Chemistry Math - Solving a Formula (Screencast)
By Laurel Maney
Students use algebra to rearrange formulas and solve for the missing volume, density, or mass quantity.
Gas Volume vs. Pressure (Boyle's Law)
By Dr. Miriam Douglass, Dr. Martin McClinton
Boyle's Law states that gas volume varies inversely with the pressure at constant temperature and is described by the equation PV = constant. An example of a sample of gas at two conditions of P and V is used to illustrate the law.
Indefinite Pronouns / Possessive Case - Exercise 1
In this learning activity you'll complete exercises using indefinite pronouns in the possessive case.
Understanding Basic Sociology Terms: Culture
By Barbara Todd
In this learning activity you'll match introductory sociology terms on culture with their definition.