Medical vs. Nursing Diagnoses
By Diane Cozzi
In this interactive and animated object, learners classify a number of diagnoses by shooting a soccer ball into goals marked "Medical" and "Nursing."
An Overview of Pulmonary and Systemic Circulation
By Wendy Dusek
In this animated and interactive object, learners examine how blood flows through the heart and lungs. A brief quiz completes the activity.
How to Use a Microscope
By Barbara Liang
Learners examine the function of each part of a microscope and follow step-by-step instructions on how to focus on a specimen. They also review the proper use and care of a microscope and test their knowledge in two drag-and-drop exercises.
Gram Stain Procedure (Screencast)
Learners view video clips demonstrating Gram's staining procedure. Correctly stained slides are shown.
Digital Terrain Model (DTM): Determining Contour Location
By Steve Whitmoyer
Learners read how to determine the location of a contour for a specific location given a TIN.
Electrical PPE Mini Sim
By Excelsior College
This activity is a simulation that allows the learner to practice personal protective equipment tasks.
Hydraulic System Pressure
By Terry Bartelt
In this animated activity, learners observe how pressure values throughout a hydraulic system are developed based on pump pressure and the size of the load.
The Dial Caliper
By Barbara Anderegg
Learners review guidelines for the proper use of a dial caliper. Illustrations appear throughout the learning object.
The Axial Skeleton: The Skull and the Rib Cage
In this animated object, learners examine the eight cranial bones, the fourteen facial bones, and the ribs.
Series-Parallel DC Circuits Analysis
By Patrick Hoppe
Learners follow a methodical approach for the dc analysis of series-parallel circuits.
Regional Body Parts
By Gerald Heins
In this interactive object, learners identify a person's regional body parts.
Biomolecules - The Proteins
In this animated object, learners read an introduction to protein structure and function.
How to Read a Caliper
In this interactive object, learners review how to read a caliper. They then test their skills with eight practice questions.
Anatomical Terminology: Body Regions
Students identify the various regions of the human body through drag-and-drop exercises.
The Superposition Theorem
The superposition theorem is explained as it relates to dc circuit analysis. Examples are given.
The Triac
Learners study the fundamental operation of a triac, particularly how it is turned on and off. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Current in a Series Circuit
In this learning activity you'll determine what happens to current flow in a series circuit when the resistance is changed.
The Spring-and-Diaphragm Actuator
Learners study an animation of a spring-and diaphragm actuator controlling the opening of a flow valve.
Tissue Identification
In this learning activity you'll review the structure and function of the different tissues of the human body.
Basic Elements of Dimensions Used in Engineering Drawings
By Glenn Sokolowski
In this interactive object, students explore the basic elements and common terms associated with dimensions and leaders. A quiz completes the activity.
The Cell: Passive Transport Osmosis
In this animated object, learners examine water molecules moving through a semipermeable membrane.
Body Sections and Divisions of the Abdominal Pelvic Cavity
In this animated activity, learners examine how organs are visualized in three dimensions. The terms “longitudinal,” “cross,” “transverse,” “horizontal,” and “sagittal” are defined. Students test their knowledge of the location of abdominal pelvic cavity organs in two drag-and-drop exercises.
Basic Symbols Used in Engineering Drawings
By Kelly Curran, Glenn Sokolowski
Learners examine the drawing symbols used for counterbore, countersink, spotface, radius, diameter, and depth. In the quiz that completes the activity, they associate these symbols with machining applications.
Shorts Affecting Current in a Series Circuit
In this learning activity you'll review how a short affects current flow and voltage in a series circuit.
Signed Binary Numbers: 2's Complement
By John Casey, Terry Bartelt
Learners use this interactive and animated object to examine the use of binary numbers in a programmable logic controller. A brief quiz completes the activity.