User:Vtaylor/Learning Spaces/Science example

Example of a big picture study guide for Science. Obviously, this is too broad but it demonstrates how a network can be built using WikiEducator pages. Aggregated with other similarly designated pages, this could be the basis for a personalized presentation of the topic.

Besides links to learning objects within topic headings and subheading may include
 * study questions to direct inquiry
 * learning objectives and outcomes
 * specific activities including new study guides
 * learn more... - enrichment in the topic area
 * RSS feeds related to the topic to provide dynamic updates of the study guide
 * social bookmark links - dynamically updated as new entries are tagged - Delicious generates script to include

General science

 * Primary school science movies


 * Science on Saturday (SOS) is a series of lectures for middle and high school students. Each topic highlights cutting-edge science


 * Magnifier simulation - interactive

Health science

 * Mini Medical School for the Public a series of programs providing an opportunity to learn about health and the health sciences

Zoology

 * Why females love a good gossip... even if they're macaque monkeys
 * How fish muscles work
 * New technology explains dolphin kick power

Chemistry

 * Virtual chemistry lab

Physics

 * Masses and Springs - includes interactive simulations
 * Thermodynamic cycle commonly used to generate electricity in thermal power plants
 * Internal combustion engines

Astronomy

 * Light echoes Tycho’s supernova that Brahe saw in 1572