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General Science Sites

Exploratorium
http://www.exploratorium.edu

The Exploratorium is a museum of science, art, and human perception with over 650 interactive "hands on" exhibits. Their web site features articles and discussion forums as well as information on the museum's exhibits and programs.

The Science Learning Network
http://www.sln.org/

The Science Learning Network (SLN) is an online community of educators, students, schools, science museums and other institutions demonstrating a new model for inquiry science education.

Quirks & Quarks
http://www.radio.cbc.ca/programs/quirks/

Quirks & Quarks is the award-winning radio science program of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Every week, the program presents the people behind the latest discoveries in the physical and natural sciences - from the smallest sub-atomic particle to the largest object in the sky and everything in between. This site features the shows in RealAudio and .au digital audio formats as well as quizzes, web chats and a kids' section.

The Why Files
http://whyfiles.org

The Why Files, a project of the National Institute for Science Education, is an electronic exploration of the science behind the news. Twice a month, they present a new feature on the science (and math, engineering, and technology) of everyday life.

Mad Scientist Network
http://www.madsci.org

The MAD Scientist Network is one of many places on the web where you can ask questions of scientists. They help 'unite' 300+ scientists from around the globe in a forum where people can ask questions and learn more about the world around them.

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