VTT Curriculum | Cosmic Evolution | Planetary Evolution
Origin of Life | Evolution of Life | Evolution of Technology

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or read below for testimonials on the Hominid Evolution Module.

Teacher Comments on the Hominid Evolution Module:

The module made impressive use of current research in both the student readers and in experiments that really brought the world of scientific inquiry to life for my students. I also found the extensive use of the computer, both for the students (in the lab) and for the teacher (in lecture presentations) to be very engaging for the students. Specifically, the computer imaging of the difference in human and chimp skeletons as they walked really emphasized and made real the adaptations humans have made to walking upright.

- Julia Waggener, Miramonte HS, Orinda, CA

The technical organization of material allowed me to easily pick and choose appropriate lessons for inclusion in other courses. The human evolution module fit perfectly with a forensic unit I taught using clay muscles on plaster skulls. Leakey’s footprints and associated inquiry exercises led my class along a path of deeper understanding. The animations of continental drift and Gonwanaland made the earth move for my kids!

Much of the material can be used effectively with or without frequent computer lab access. My classroom has one computer with three large monitors. The material works very well in this environment.

- Dr. Whitey Hitchcock, Clinton HS, Clinton, TN

Student Comments on the Hominid Evolution Module:

There were a lot of activities that were fun and interesting. I thought the videos on the differences between Neanderthal humans were fascinating.

- 10th grade student at Grangeville HS, Grangeville, ID

I like being exposed to all the different theories behind different aspects of hominid evolution, and I liked that the module did not teach facts, but ideas instead.

- 10th grade student at Grangeville HS, Grangeville, ID

I really enjoyed the skull and skeletal comparisons. They really helped me see things about our relationship between apes and humans that I didn’t know before.

- 9th grade student at Rampart HS, Colorado Springs, CO

Maybe there is more to this evolution theory than I once believed!

- 9th grade student at Rampart HS, Colorado Springs, CO

I learned more about how and where we came from. I also liked the fact that I was able to see how we’ve changed.

- 10th grade student at San Leandro HS, San Leandro, CA