Secondary Science Virtual Labs

Virtual labs are a great tool to try if you have computer access. I love them because:

• They are FREE! If you are tired of spending your own money on lab supplies, throw in a virtual lab instead. 
• They are great for visual learners.
• If students mess up, they can start over with no pressure
• They give you a small break from stressful wet-labs. 

I've compiled a list of websites that have virtual labs. Many require Flash or Java software, so be sure your computers have it before trying with students. If any of the links are broken or out of date, please leave a blog comment and I will update. 

1. Glencoe Labs: The Biology Corner website has a list of every Glencoe virtual lab ever created. It is broken down by science discipline. It's the mother-lode! 
2. Phet: This website from University of Colorado has a ton of simulations. This website is especially great for physics and chemistry teachers. It even includes free downloadable handouts and worksheets you can use with the simulations.
3. NMSU Virtual Labs: This site has 8 virtual labs for biology and chemistry. 
4. HHMI Biointeractive: This site has virtual labs that tend to be better for honors/AP students.
5. Learn Genetics: University of Utah's Learn Genetics site is great for all things genetics. They also have 4 virtual labs that deal with DNA. 
6. Virtual Dissections: Resources are broken down by animal 
7. California State University: Has a list of virtual labs broken down by content area
8. Physics Labs: This site has a list of labs just for physics teachers
9. Molecular Workbench: Has 100's of simulations for all content areas
10. NOVA Labs: Includes virtual labs on the sun, energy, RNA, clouds, and evolution.
    
11. Bioman: Games and virtual labs for biology
    

Enjoy! If you know of other sites, please share in the comments!