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The Weird and Wonderful Metamorphosis of the Butterfly
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This brief video lesson describes how a caterpillar transitions to a butterfly through complete metamorphosis. Discussion/assessment questions and suggested supplemental resources are also included.

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Science
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Provider:
TED
Date Added:
06/06/2018
West Nile Virus Strikes Again
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In this lesson, students will work to develop a prevention plan for an American Indian reservation that is experiencing a new occurrence of West Nile virus infection, while taking into consideration the cultural and environmental implications relevant to this population. To successfully complete these activities, the students should have some knowledge of enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and gel electrophoresis.

Subject:
Science
Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Provider:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Date Added:
01/31/2017
What Happens When Your DNA is Damaged?
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This brief video lesson discusses the processes of DNA damage and repair. Discussion/assessment questions and suggested supplemental resources are also included.

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Science
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Activity/Lab
Provider:
TED
Date Added:
06/07/2018
What is Epigenetics?
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This brief video lesson discusses epigenetics as a possible answer to the nature vs. nurture question. Discussion/assessment questions and suggested supplemental resources are also included.

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Science
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Activity/Lab
Provider:
TED
Date Added:
06/07/2018
What is the Tragedy of the Commons?
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This brief video lesson discusses the tragedy of the commons - a pattern of human behavior that explains some of history's biggest problems. Discussion/assessment questions and suggested supplemental resources are also included.

Subject:
Science
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Provider:
TED
Date Added:
06/07/2018
Which Beak is "On Fleek"?
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In the urban dictionary, "on fleek" is currently a popular slang term that describes something that is 'flawlessly styled or groomed." In this lesson, the students will explore the concept of evolution by using their engineering skills to "build" various bird beaks that are "on fleek," for capturing different types of food.

Subject:
Science
Material Type:
Lesson Plan
Provider:
Alabama Learning Exchange
Date Added:
03/21/2018
Why Are Fish Fish-Shaped?
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This brief video lesson describes different fish forms and how fish species are specially adapted to their habitats. Discussion/assessment questions and suggested supplemental resources are also included.

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Science
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Provider:
TED
Date Added:
06/06/2018
Why Are There So Many Insects?
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This brief video lesson discusses reasons behind insect abundance. Discussion/assessment questions and suggested supplemental resources are also included.

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Science
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Provider:
TED
Date Added:
06/07/2018
Why Build Computer Models?
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Visitors to this site can study a discussion of the need for computer modeling to examine the terrestrial biosphere. Emphasis is placed on integration of multiple measurements across varying scales of time and space into a single tool for visualizing a system, and its use in predicting future changes. Links to a glossary are embedded in the text.

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Science
Material Type:
Reading
Provider:
NASA
Provider Set:
Earth Observatory
Date Added:
07/31/2019
Zoo Classroom
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Let’s bring the inside out and discover how an animal’s skeleton tells us a lot about their behavior.

We have created helpful clips if you're unable to watch the full thing:
K.L.1 Bird vs. Bat Flight (16 min): https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=3197
3.L.1, 5.L.1 Skeletal Adaptations of a Hawk (7 min): https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=1080
3.L.1, 5.L.1 Bat Skeleton (3 min): https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=1888
3.L.1, 5.L.1 What can the skull tell us? (10 min): https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=2084
3.L.1, 5.L.1 Exoskeleton (2 min): https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=2705
3.L.1, 5.L.1 Why feces are important (2.5 min): https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=2981
3.L.1, 5.L.1 Turtle Shell (3 min): https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=3197

Animal Encounters:
1. Braveheart the Red-tailed Hawk: https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=1078
2. Madagascar Hissing Cockroach: https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=2701
3. Franklin the Eastern Box Turtle: https://youtu.be/FWJ6htDggqA?t=2701

Subject:
Life Science
Science
Material Type:
Presentation
Author:
North Carolina Zoo
Date Added:
03/30/2021
Zoo Classroom: The Art of Camouflage
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Did you see that? Probably not if it had good camouflage! Come test your eyesight to see if you can find these hidden creatures who have mastered the art of camouflage!

We have created some helpful clips if you're unable to watch the full video:
1.L.1 Predators use camouflage (30 sec): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=118
1.L.1 Color Matching (6 min): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=158
1.L.1 Animals that change color at different seasons (2 min): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=554
1.L.1 Disruptive Coloration (12 min): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=685
1.L.1 Warning Colors (5 min): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=1410
1.L.1 Mimicry Camouflage (3.5 min): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=1714
1.L.1 Self Decoration (2 min): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=1947

Animal Encounters:
1. Madagascar Hissing Cockroach (2 min): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=195
2. King Tut the Eastern King Snake (4 min 15 sec): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=867
3. Forest Stump the Spotted Salamander (3 min): https://youtu.be/iLADFwnUpEM?t=1532

Subject:
Life Science
Science
Material Type:
Presentation
Author:
North Carolina Zoo
Date Added:
06/16/2021
Zoo EDventures: Ocelot
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Do you know an ocelittle or an ocelot about this amazing cat? Join the Zoo EDventures team to learn about this beautiful yet elusive feline!

We have created some helpful clips if you're unable to watch the full video:
3.L.1 Ocelot Skull (1.5 min): https://youtu.be/pnG3GBzRLLw?t=1293
3.L.1 Ocelot Camouflage (2 min): https://youtu.be/pnG3GBzRLLw?t=1349

Subject:
Life Science
Science
Material Type:
Presentation
Author:
North Carolina Zoo
Date Added:
07/13/2021