Mr. Jones's Science Class

Sunday February 05, 2012 11:57:32 PM

Student Resources

Homework Assignments

Student homework assignments can be found on the homework page.

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Handouts and PowerPoint Presentations

Class handouts and PowerPoint presentations can be found and downloaded from the handouts page.

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Scientific Calculator

An interactive scientific calculator can be found on the scientific calculator page.

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Vocabulary List

An extensive list of vocabulary words and definitions can be found on the vocabulary page.

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Science News

Visit the websites below to read and learn about current science news

• Discovery Channel
• EurekAlert
• New York Times - Science Section
• Science News for Kids
• Scientific American

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Skills Tutor

Use the Skills Tutor Website to find interactive tutorials and assessments that will help supplement the concepts taught in class. Enter your Username, Password, and Site (Howell03).

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Choices Explorer

Use the Bridges Website to identify your individual strengths/talents and career possibilities, among other things. Simply Create a new portfolio, enter your required information (Site ID: 0107825 & Password: huskies), and select Choices Explorer in Your Tools Box.

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Volunteering Opportunities

Use the Volunteering Opportunities page for current volunteering opportunites.

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Search Engines

Use the Website Considerations and Search Engine Tools sheet to help provide guidance regarding the use of the internet when collecting information or research.

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File Converter Website

Use the ZAMZAR Website to help you convert files.

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Collaborative Websites

Use the PBWORKS or the Wikispaces websites to create (for free) and use a web page for collaborative work. This internet accessible website will allow members of your group to easily modify/edit an assignment while keeping track of the changes. These aspects will provide you with more convenience when working on collaborative assignments. As always, this and any other web-based applications should be used appropriately.

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GEPA "Grammy" Awards

Use the GEPA "Grammy" Awards link to read about the GEPA "Grammy" Awards and to listen to student created songs. The Grade Eight Proficiency Assessment (GEPA) is no longer taken by students, but the songs they created to describe their feelings about the test will always keep its memory alive.

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Science and Music Songs

Use the Science and Music link to read about the Science and Music Project and to listen to student created songs.

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