Subject Specific Tools (Science)

Here are some ICT tools that will help you teach your subject content or skill. 

Alison - Online Biology Course

 Web Based

Biology is the science of life. An understanding of cells, DNA, and evolution is vital to success in fields like clinical medicine, public health, medical research, veterinary science, and clinical laboratory science.

Bioman

 Web Based

BioMan Biology is the fun place to learn Biology! Here you will find learning games, review games, virtual labs and quizzes that will help you to learn about cells, ecology, genetics, physiology, and much more!

The Classroom Physics

Web Based

Filled with tutorials, interactive videos, practice review tests and many more!

Exploratorium

Web Based

The Exploratorium isn't just a museum; it's an ongoing exploration of science, art and human perception—a vast collection of online experiences that feed your curiosity.

GeoGebra Classroom Resources

Web Based

Find over 1 million free activities, simulations, exercises, lessons, and games for math & science!

FX SciencePack

Windows/Mac

High Productivity Toolkit for Chemistry and Physics Teachers. FX SciencePack provides chemistry and physics teachers with highly efficient means of creating equations and chemical structures. Just type and create.

Vernier Video Physics

iOS

Perform on-the-go analysis of interesting motion. Measure the velocity of a child's swing, a roller-coaster, or a car. Or, take a video of a basketball free throw shot.

NASA

iOS/Android/Fire

The NASA app showcases a huge collection of the latest NASA content, including images, videos on-demand, NASA Television, mission information, news & feature stories, latest tweets, ISS sighting opportunities, satellite tracking, Third Rock Radio and much more.

SGBioAtlas

iOS/Android

It is fun and easy to use; a great way to learn more about the amazing diversity of animals and plants in our green city while contributing to our database of biodiversity sightings.

Science360

iOS/Android

The National Science Foundation's (NSF) Science360 app for tablets showcases compelling science and engineering images and video from around the globe and features a news feed of breaking research news from NSF-funded institutions.

Monster Physics

iOS

Monster Physics® is a unique building app that lets you play with physics! Build and operate your own car, crane, rocket ship, plane, helicopter, tank and more!

Star Chart 

iOS/Android

High Productivity Toolkit for Mathematics Teachers. FX MathPack is a suite of four, high productivity tools designed specifically for mathematics teachers and students. Your FX MathPack subscription will provide you with all of the tools you need to create materials to support your teaching.

Frog Dissection

iOS/Android

Frog Dissection from Punflay, is a greener alternative for teaching dissection in the classroom. This iPad app is suitable for middle-school students who are learning about organs and organ systems as part of their life science curriculum. Students can try dissecting a virtual specimen with all the trappings that come with the real procedure-minus the mess of course! Besides a virtual chloroformed specimen, the app comes with all the dissection tools and detailed instructions to complete the procedure. Once dissection is complete, the frog’s organs are exposed for further study. Vivid 3D images will help students visualize the internal organs very effectively. For enhanced learning experience, the app also has information on the different types of frogs, frogs’ life cycle, anatomical comparison of frogs with humans, an interactive quiz and detailed descriptions of the organs.

Cell and Cell Structure

iOS/Android

Cell and Cell Structure is written for middle school students, and also provides a great review for high school students. Learn about life’s smallest unit – the cell. Students and teachers will appreciate the detailed 2D and 3D imagery, stunning graphics and in-depth content. Specifically designed for middle-school students, and offering a detailed review for high school students.

Rat Dissection

iOS/Android

Users can get a feel for dissecting a rat on the iPad without ever inflicting any harm on the animal. The app walks you through a series of steps on how to dissect a rat. All you have to do is to simply follow the written instructions along with voice-over to dissect and explore the rat’s internal organs. Besides a virtual chloroformed specimen, Rat Dissection comes with all the dissection tools. The organs are all presented as 3D images. Users can tap on the individual organs to see what they look like from different angles. Detailed information on the organs is provided to help the student learn about their structure and function.

Solar Walk

iOS/Android

Solar Walk is an amazing 3D model of our solar system bringing the universe to the palm of your hand and allowing you to interact with planets, satellites, moons, comets and other space objects anytime and anywhere.

Journeys of Invention

iOS

Pick up and play with some of the most fascinating objects in the history of science and technology. With Journeys of Invention you can study, rotate and even operate some of the most revolutionary scientific inventions of all time. The app features original and insightful history specially written by Science Museum curators with a rich collection of historic photographs, rarely seen contemporary artworks, archive film footage and video.

Visual Anatomy Lite

 iOS

Interactive anatomy reference with 3D rotational models, Gray's anatomy images add-on, a muscle highlighting tool and full description!

PhET

 Web Based

Free science and math simulations for teaching STEM topics, including physics, chemistry, biology, and math, from University of Colorado Boulder.

Periodic Table

iOS

This fact-filled, image-rich app is the only periodic table you need. Ideal if you’re a student, teacher or just have an interest in the chemical sciences.