Earth science, geography and the basics of engineering are some of the many topics of science classes we’ve collected. Learning about the world is something we should all take the time to do, one lesson at a time

Science

Online Classes

• Geography of US Presidential Elections
• Geography of World Cultures
• ‘I am Kinda’:Reflections on the Culture of Imperialism
• Global Geopolitics
• Weather and Society
• Globalization
• City Visions: Past and Future
• Aircraft Systems Engineering
• Astrobiology and Space Exploration
• Exploring Black Holes: General Relativity & Astrophysics
• Frontiers and Controversies in Astrophysics
• Introduction to Astrophysics
• Stars, Galaxies, and the Universe
• String Theory, Black Holes, and the Laws of Nature
• Introduction to Solar System Astronomy
• Atomistic Computer Modeling of Materials
• Convex Optimization I
• Convex Optimization II
• Direct Solar/Thermal to Electrical Energy Conversion Technologies
• Dynamics of Machines
• Engineering Statistics
• Environmental Air Pollution
• Fluid Mechanics
• Introduction to Chemical Engineering
• Engineering
• Introduction to Linear Dynamical Systems
• Introduction to Engineering
• Unified Engineering I
• Mechanical Engineering: Introduction to MEMS Design
• Nano-to-Macro Transport Processes
• The Fourier Transform and its Applications
• Visual Instrumentation
• Linear Integrated Circuits
• Introduction to Digital Integrated Circuits
• Advanced Analog Integrated Circuits
• Introduction to Microelectronic Circuits
• Electrical – Digital Signal Processing
• Electromagnetic Fields
• Exploring Black Holes: General Relativity & Astrophysics
• Descriptive Introduction to Physics
• Fundamentals
• Fundamentals of Physics
• Fundamentals of Physics II
• Introduction to Astrophysics
• Introduction to Solar System Astronomy
• Introductory Physics
• Modern Theoretical Physics: Classical Mechanics
• Modern Theoretical Physics: Quantum Mechanics
• Modern Theoretical Physics: Special Relativity
• Modern Theoretical Physics: Einstein
• Modern Theoretical Physics: Cosmology
• Modern Theoretical Physics: Statistical Mechanics
• Physics
• Quantum Entanglement I
• Quantum Entanglement III
• Quantum Mechanics
• Quantum Mechanics
• Quantum Physics Made Relatively Simple
• Physics I: Classical Mechanics
• Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism
• Physics III: Vibrations and Waves
• Physics for Future Presidents
• The Character of Physical Law

Open CourseWare

• Open Learning Initiative
• BBC Academy

Textbooks & eBooks

• Agriculture and the Environment: Perspectives on Sustainable Rural Development
• Agriculture for Beginners
• Environmental Indicators for Agriculture Volume 1: Concepts and Framework
• Biology I -Honors
• Botany Online – the Internet Hypertextbook
• Cells: Molecules and Mechanisms
• Life Sciences Honors for Middle School
• Rediscovering Biology: Molecular to Global Perspectives
• The Biology Pages
• Chem1 Virtual Textbook: a reference text for General Chemistry
• Chemistry
• Chemistry
• Concept Development Studies in Chemistry
• Virtual Textbook of Organic Chemistry
• Earth Science Honors for Middle School
• Earth Systems: An Earth Science Course
• Introduction to Physical Oceanography
• Engineering: An Introduction for High School
• Fundamentals of Elecrtical Engineering I
• Calculus-Based Physics
• Classical Electrodynamics
• Conceptual Physics
• Essential Physics I
• Fields
• General Relativity
• Introduction to Groups, Invariants & Particles
• Introduction to String Field Theory
• Light and Matter
• Motion Mountain
• People’s Physics Book
• Physics, 21st Century: A Compilation of Contemporary and Emerging Technologies
• Simple Nature
• Superspace, or One thousand and one lessons in supersymmetry
• The Age of Einstein

Videos

•  NOVA
•  Richard Dawkins Foundation
• ScienCentral
• Steve Spangler Science

Podcasts

• 60 Second Psych
• 60 Second Science
• All in the Mind
• Astronomy Cast
• Best of National Geographic Magazine
• Cambridge University Science Festival
• CBC Quirks & Quarks
• Discovery Channel Space Podcast
• Discovery Channel Video Podcasts
• Earth & Sky Clear Voices
• Einstein’s God
  
• Exploring Environmental History
• Groks Science Radio Show and Podcast
• Guardian Unlimited: Science
• Hmmm…. Krulwich on Science
• Jet Streaming
• NASAcast
• National Geographic’s Wild Chronicles
• Nature Podcast
• New Scientist Podcast
• NOVA
• NOVA e-mc2
• NOVA Science Now
• RadioLab
• Science and Society
• Science Friday Podcast
• Science Friday Video
• Science Magazine Podcast
• Science Talk: The Podcast of Scientific American
• Slacker Astronomy
• The Engines of Our Ingenuity
• The Missing Link Podcast
• The Naked Scientists
• The Science Show
• The Skeptics’ Guide to the Universe
• This Week in Science
• This Week in Virology
• USGS Corecast
• Evolution 101

Archives & Directories

• Modern Mechanix blog

Research & Writing Courses

• Writing Assignments in Anthropology
•  Guidelines for Summarizing Articles and Chapters
• How to Write an Anthropology Paper
• Citing Sources in Anthropology
• Great Expectations
• Hints on How to Succeed in College Classes
• Studying from the Textbook
• The Changing Sun and Moon
• West Valley College Biology Study Skills
• How to Study Biology (and succeed)
•  Biology Tutorial Program
• Biology Study Skills
• Biology Reading Skills
• Taking Notes and Reading
• How to Survive Microbiology
• Three Dozen Study Tips for Introductory Biology
• How to Study for Biology Exams and Quizzes
• Sample Lab Report
• Formatting Science Reports
• Structure of a Lab Report
• Writing in the Biological Sciences
• Writing in Biology
• Professors’ Perspectives on Student Writing
• Short Answers for Tests (and Homework Questions)
• Summarizing a Scientific Article
• The Scientific Paper
• Developing a Poster Presentation
• Chemistry Success Videos
• Study Techniques for Chemistry
• How to Make the Grade in Chemistry
• Study Tips for Chemistry Students
• ChemTutor
•  Chemistry Mathematics Test
• How to Pass Chemistry
• 10 Ways to Make Chemistry HARD
• How to Study Chemistry
• Ten Ways to Pass Your Next Chemistry Exam
• Chemistry Study Hints
• Writing in Chemistry Courses
• A Few General Characteristics of Good Writing in Chemistry
• How to Keep a Notebook
• Lab Reports
• Density of an Unknown Liquid Sample
• Short Lab Reports
• How to Study Math, Science and Engineering
• Engineering Student Survival Guide
• Tips on Test Taking
• Guidelines to Good Study Practices
• Succeeding in Engineering
• Communicating as a Civil Engineer
• Teaching and Learning Resources
• Advice from Engineers
• Writing Guidelines for Engineering and Science Students
• Lab Reports
• Civil Engineering Lab Reports
• Engineering Technical Reports
• Project Notebooks
• Electrical Engineering Lab Reports
• Electrical Lab Reports
• Becoming an Informed Map Reader
• Geology Rocks
• Reading Topographical Maps
• What to do in a Geology Exam When You are Failing