Science Sleuths

Software [X] Web-Based [ ] (check one)
Publishing/Parent Company: VideoDiscovery
System Requirements (Mac/PC): Mac, Windows
Subject Covered: Chemistry, Biology, Physics (integrated)
Approximate Grade Level of Appropriate Student: 6-9
Supplemental Materials: 40-page Teacher's manual available, with solutions, worksheets, sample exercises and assessment guidelines.

Description: A virtual science laboratory, complete with mysteries to solve, clues, scientific tools, and a notebook. May reference materials, including short videos and a glossary, are available to help the student solve the mystery.

Evaluation (10 being highest):
Graphics: 9
Interactivity: 9
Ease of Navigation: 9
Treatment of Subject: 9
Development of Critical Thinking Skills: 9

Notes: 2 mysteries, each with 6 different solutions corresponding to its different levels. Good, engaging graphics. Individual mysteries take between 30 minutes and 3 hours to solve, depending on the level. An excellent integration of interdiscipli nary material is evident: good application of the scientific method. Appropriate either for individuals or small groups.


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