General Education & Liberal Arts
Learning Objects
Dive into Wisc-Online’s rich collection of learning objects — bite-sized, interactive, and designed for real learning. These modular digital tools include animations, drag-and-drop exercises, quizzes, videos, and more. You can explore topics across STEM, arts, humanities, career skills, and beyond. Each learning object is crafted to help learners actively engage with content—reviewing, applying, self-checking—in a way that’s flexible and self-paced.
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Learning Object
A Model for Initiating Conflict Resolution (Screencast)
In this screencast you'll identify and write assertive "I" statements that focus on BCF (behavior, consequences, and feelings).
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assertive, communication, conflict, constructive, feedback, leadership, negotiation, resolution
Acid-Base Reactions (Screencast)
Learners view several movie clips that demonstrate the use of an indicator to follow the neutralization reaction that occurs when an acid and a base are mixed. Students test their knowledge in a series of questions. Immediate feedback is given.
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Adding Fractions With Unlike Denominators (Screencast)
Learners follow steps to add fractions with different denominators. They also review fraction concepts, do a drag-and-drop exercise involving fraction terms, and add fractions with common denominators.
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common, denominator, fraction, improper, mixed, number, numerator
Affinity Diagram
In this module, we’ll explore what an affinity diagram is, discuss how it can be used to solve problems, and end with some real-world applications to show you how these can help you in any manufacturing role to bring order to chaos.
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Cause and Effect Diagram, problem-solving
An Algorithm for Binary Subtraction
Students use the Base Minus One Complement method to perform binary subtraction. This learning activity has audio content and immediate feedback.
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An Algorithm for Converting a Binary Number to a Decimal Number
In this learning activity you'll examine two methods for converting a binary number to a decimal number.
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Algorithm, converting a binary number, how do I convert a binary number to a decimal, what are binary numbers
An Algorithm for Converting a Decimal Number to a Binary Number
In this learning activity you'll examine a systematic method for converting a decimal number (base 10) into a binary number (base 2).
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algorithm, binary, computer programming, decimal, how do I convert a decimal number to a binary number
An Introduction to Algebraic Word Problems
In this animated object, learners follow the steps for solving word problems using algebra. An introductory example is explained.
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An Introduction to the Powers of 10
The learner will evaluate powers of 10 with integer exponents and multiply decimal numbers by powers of 10 with integer exponents.
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10, decimal numbers, exponents, integer exponents, multiplying by powers of 10, multiplying by powers of ten, powers of 10, powers of ten, ten
Analyzing Medical Terms: Urinary System
Students identify the meaning of urinary system word parts to analyze and define medical terms.
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medical, terminology
Atomic Symbols, Atomic Numbers, and Mass Numbers
Learners read definitions of atomic symbols, atomic numbers, and mass numbers and then answer questions about the number of neutrons, protons, and electrons in select elements.
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Atomic, Electron, Mass, Neutron, Proton, Symbol
Barriers to Critical Thinking: Being Human
The learner will explore basic human limitations that create barriers to critical thinking including selective thinking, false memories, and perceptual limitations.
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belief, biases, confirmation biases, critical, critical thinking, employability essentials, false memories, lack of information, perception limitation, selective thinking, soft skills
Barriers to Critical Thinking: Communication
This activity will examine several of the barriers related to problems with communication.
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Barriers, Communication, Crit Thinking
Barriers to Critical Thinking: Errors in Judgment
The learners will explore the Errors in Judgment: Barriers to Critical Thinking and how it affects their decision-making processes.
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critical thinking, decision, decision-making, errors, judgment, soft skills
Barriers to Critical Thinking: People-Related Obstacles
The learner will identify barriers to critical thinking related to internal and external factors after viewing scenarios.
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ad hominem fallacy, advertising, authority effect, bandwagon effect, communication skills, critical, critical thinking, external influences, fallacies, internal influences, poisoning the well, red herring, shoehorning, soft skills, thinking skills, using emotion
Barriers to Effective Listening (Video)
Learners examine the seven most common barriers to effective listening and consider suggestions for how to overcome these barriers. This interactive object contains audio.
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clarity, language, listen, message, perception
Basic Terms in Division (Screencast)
In this interactive object, the learner examines the basic terms used in division. A quiz completes the activity.
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basic, dividend, division, divisor, quotent, terms
Building Medical Terms for the Digestive System
In this interactive object, learners read the definitions of prefixes and suffixes that relate to the digestive system. They then use this knowledge to combine word components to form medical terms.
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medical, medical terms, terminology
CSI Coding Scene Investigation
Learners test their knowledge in this drag-and-drop exercise by identifying coding errors in health care claim cases.
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ama, american, association, coding, cpt, medical
CSI Coding Scene Investigation
Learners test their knowledge in this drag-and-drop exercise by identifying coding errors in health care claim cases.
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ama, american, association, coding, cpt, medical
Calculating Exponents
In this learning activity you'll calculate exponents. You'll practice breaking down exponents and calculating the results.
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How do I calculate exponents, what are exponential terms, what is an exponent
Calculating Formula Weight and Molecular Weight
In this interactive object, learners calculate formula and molecular weights by working through five examples and two problems.
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Calculating Gas Density from Standard Molar Volume
Learners calculate gas density from the standard molar volume and observe how the density increases with the increasing molecular weight of the gas.
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Changes in Our World: Chemical and Physical (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the kinds of physical and chemical changes that occur in substances.
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chemical, Physical
Changing a Decimal to a Fraction (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll explore how to change a decimal to a fraction and learn a method to visually check the fraction for accuracy.
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converting a decimal to a fraction, how to change a decimal to a fraction
Chemical Formulas
Students read an explanation of chemical formulas in this animated activity. A quiz completes the object.
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chemical
Chemistry Math - Solving a Formula (Screencast)
Students use algebra to rearrange formulas and solve for the missing volume, density, or mass quantity.
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conversions, density, gas, laws, temperature
Common Types of Oxidation-Reduction Reactions (Screencast)
Learners identify combination, decomposition, displacement, and combustion types of redox reactions. They also watch a video clip that demonstrates the reaction of sodium and water.
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oxidation, reduction
Communication: Identifying Active and Passive Voice
The learner will identify active and passive voice and distinguish between the two.
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active voice versus passive voice, styles of communication, what is the difference between active and passive
Communication: Prepositions
In this study guide, we will review the general rules for using prepositions.
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communication, prepositions, what are prepositions
Communication: The Writing Process
The learner will identify the three steps in the writing process and the elements in each step.
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communication, writing, writing process
Construction of the Cell Membrane
In this learning activity you'll study the structure of the cell membrane and construct it using the correct molecules.
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Biochemistry, Biology, Biomolecules, Classroom resources, Educational resources, eLearning, how does a cell membrane work, Interactive learning, Learning activities, Lipid bilayer, membrane, Membrane function, Membrane proteins, Membrane structure, Molecular biology, Molecular structure, Online learning, Phospholipids, Plasma membrane, Student engagement, Study aids, what are the parts of a cell membrane
Conversion Between Mass and Moles of an Element (Screencast)
Atomic weights are used to convert the mass of a sample into the number of moles of the element in the sample and vice versa. Four examples are provided for practice.
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atomic weight, mass, moles
Conversions: Fractions-Decimals- Percents Pre-Test
Students perform conversions among fractions, decimals, and percentages in this assessment.
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convert
Converting Numbers from Standard Form to Engineering Notation
Learners convert a number from standard form to engineering notation.
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amperage, base 10, conversion, decimals, engineering notation, factor of 10, prefix, standard form, voltage
Converting Values in Engineering Notation
The learner will convert various values to engineering notation.
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conversions, engineering notation
Creating Histograms
Students follow steps to transfer data from a list to a histogram.
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frequency, histogram, midpoint, range
Critical Thinking: Applying Analysis Steps to a Situation (Screencast)
The learner reviews steps in analyzing a process and applies them to a situation in his/her own work or personal life.
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analyze, critical, implement, improvement, measure, observe, outcomes, process, suggestions, test, thinking
Describing the Transactional Communication Model
In this learning activity you'll review definitions then match the transactional communication model element with the definition or example.
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communication methods, communication models, transactional communication, What is the transactional communication model
Determining Empirical and Molecular Formulas (Screencast)
Learners follow a four-step process to determine the empirical formula of a compound from the masses of its constituent elements. The molecular formula is determined in a fifth step using the molecular weight of the compound.
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mass, percent
Determining the General Purpose of Your Speech Pt.1 (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll explore the different types of purposes for giving speeches.
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acceptance speech, different speech types, eulogy speech, informative, persuasive speech, What are the different types of speeches
Dilution of Hydrochloric Acid
In this interactive object, learners examine how to properly dilute hydrochloric acid.
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Diversity in 21st Century Work Teams
Learners test their knowledge of demographics in the United States and in the world. Immediate feedback is provided.
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diversity, diversity in the workplace, study guide for diversity, why is diversity good
Electromagnetic Radiation (Screencast)
In this animated and interactive object, learners examine the inverse proportionality of wavelength and frequency and their relationship to the speed of light.
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Employability Essentials -- Think Critically and Creatively
Being a critical and creative thinker is essential in today’s workplace. It’s also crucial to your career success, regardless of your field or your position. Employers are looking for employees who can creatively problem solve to find answers that are best for both employees and the company.
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creative thinker critical thinker, critical, employability, employment essentials, soft skills
Enthalpy (Screencast)
In this interactive object, learners calculate the amount of heat evolved or absorbed in chemical reactions. Four practice problems are provided.
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Equilibrium
Equilibrium plays a vital role in our lives. We'll show you how the equilibrium formula works in real life using our friend the chicken.
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acidosis, alkalosis, balance, emphysema, equilibrium, product, reactant
Everyone Knows How to Use a Ruler, Right?
Students review the best practices for using a ruler and answer five basic questions.
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alignment, decimal, fractional, inch, mathematics, measure, metric, parallax, rule, ruler, scale
Exploring Memory
The student reads about encoding, storage, and retrieval and test his or her memory in an interactive exercise.
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memory, recall, reindeer analogy
Feasibility Topic Determination
In this learning activity you'll determine appropriate feasibility studies from a list of selected topics.
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How do I pick a topic for a feasibility study, What is a feasibility study
Four Steps for Setting and Achieving Your Goals
You will learn four steps for good goal setting.
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better goal setting, goal setting, how do i achieve my goals?, how do i set goals?, learn goal setting
Four Steps for Setting and Achieving Your Goals
You will learn four steps for good goal setting.
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better goal setting, goal setting, how do i achieve my goals?, how do i set goals?, learn goal setting
Four Types of Communication in Conflict
In this activity, you will practice choosing assertive responses to conflict.
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communication, conflict
Gas Volume and Molar Amount
In this brief object, learners examine the direct relationship between the volume of a gas sample and the number of moles of gas. A problem is presented so students can test their knowledge of Avogadro's Law.
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Gas Volume vs. Pressure (Boyle's Law)
Boyle's Law states that gas volume varies inversely with the pressure at constant temperature and is described by the equation PV = constant. An example of a sample of gas at two conditions of P and V is used to illustrate the law.
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Homework Strategy
Do you hate doing homework? Do you think it’s a waste of your time? Are you looking for a better way?We’ve got you. In this video, you’ll explore how using the homework strategy can improve your studying techniques, make your studying strategies more effective, and reduce the amount of time wasted by trying to memorize your textbooks. We can help!
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CIE, History, Life Skills, literature, Math, School, Science, Study, test
Homophones: To, Too, Two (Screencast)
In this screencast, you'll review definitions of To, Too, and Two and review practice sentences.
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homophone, similar sound, too
How to Listen Better (Screencast)
The learner examines what it means to listen respectively and how to become a better listener.
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hearing, judgment, listening, truthfulness
Hypersensitivity
In this interactive object, learners review the four types of hypersensitivity and check their knowledge of alternative names, mediators, and various antigens and disease conditions.
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Ideal Gas Law
In this interactive object, learners use the ideal gas law to solve a practice problem.
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Identifying Compounds and Ions
Learners complete an exercise to match chemical formulas with the names of binary compounds, tertiary compounds, and ions.
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Identifying Engineering Notation
The learner will represent very large and very small numbers in engineering notation.
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current, electronics, engineering, engineering notation, exponents, factor of 10, gig, measurement, notation, power, resistance, standard form, voltage
Identifying Well Written Competencies
Learners distinguish between competencies that are effective and robust, and those that are ineffective and weak. The learning object is designed for faculty who are writing or revising courses. It contains audio.
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competency, curriculum, design, instructional, the bad, the good
Identifying the Number of Significant Digits
Learners will identify the number of significant digits in practice problems.
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base 10, decimals, leading zeros, measurements, non-zero digits, significant digits, trailing zeros
Integrity in Work Teams
The learner will...identify the qualities of a person with integrity and the importance of integrity within a work team.
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Integrity, soft skills, team, teamwork, work teams
Intercultural Communication: Gestures
The learner will recognize common gestures and identify the meanings associated with those gestures.
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body language, culture, diversity, expressions, hand gestures, hand signals, nonverbal communication, signals, soft skills
International Time Zones (Screencast)
In this screencast, you will learn about the 24 time zones.
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Greenwich, international, Time, Zone
Introduction to Ethics
The learner will identify the three general types of ethics.
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action ethics, choosing right from wrong, ethical decision-making, ethical decisions, ethical dilemma, ethical rules, outcome ethics, person ethics, situation ethics, soft skills, workplace ethics
Introduction to Safety in the Chemistry Lab (Video)
Learners read about lab equipment and basic safety measures. In a quiz, they view photos and determine if the lab technicians pictured are using safe practices.
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beaker, chemical, lab, protection, safety
Introduction to the Periodic Table (Screencast)
In this screencast, students read about the basic organization and structure of the periodic table of elements. Students identify elements as belonging to a group, a period, or neither.
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atomic, chemistry, elements, number, periodic, symbol, table, weight
Isotopes
The definition of an isotope is illustrated using the three isotopes of carbon. The three isotopes of hydrogen are discussed as exceptions.
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Left- and Right-Brain Thinking Modes (Screencast)
In this interactive object, learners examine the characteristics of left- and right-brain thinkers.
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assistant, brain, instructional, left, right
Lewis Dot Structures of Covalent Compounds
In this interactive and animated object, students distribute the valence electrons in simple covalent molecules with one central atom. Six rules are followed to show the bonding and nonbonding electrons in Lewis dot structures. The process is well illustrated with eight worked examples and two interactive practice problems.
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Logical Reasoning in Speeches (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the eight most common logical fallacies commonly used in persuasive speeches.
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argumentation theory, Common logical fallacies, how to avoid logical fallacies in public speaking
Maintaining Motivation
The learner will explore the challenges commonly faced with remaining motivated and identify the obstacles that cause a loss of motivation.
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employability essentials, goal success, goal-oriented, goals, motivation, overcoming obstacles, setting goals, soft skills
Mandarin Chinese - Asking for Directions
Learners read and listen to phrases in Mandarin Chinese that would be part of directions to common locations. Additional vocabulary words related to forms of transportation are also presented.
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Beijing, foreign, language, Locations, Translate, Transportation
Measuring Length in the Metric System
In this learning activity you'll explore how units in the metric system are related to each other and practice locating measurements on a metric line.
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distance, kilometer, length, measurements, measuring, meter, metric, units
Measuring Volume Using a Graduated Cylinder
Learners view an explanation of how to read a graduated cylinder by measuring the lowest portion of the meniscus. A quiz completes the activity.
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measuring, meniscus, volume
Medical Terminology Abbreviations
In this activity, you will work with a list of medical terminology abbreviations and their definitions.
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abbreviations, medical, terminology
Medical Terminology Pronunciation "Jukebox"
The learner listens to the pronunciation of medical terms using a "jukebox" to select the terms.
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jukebox, medical, pronunciation, terminology
Mole Ratios in Chemical Equations
Learners use the coefficients in a balanced equation to develop the mole ratios of reactants and products involved in the reaction. Five interactive examples illustrate the method, and students test their knowledge by working four problems.
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Multiplying and Dividing Signed Numbers
Students read the rules used in multiplying and dividing signed numbers. They view examples and work practice problems.
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divide, multiply, negative, numbers, positive, signed
Naming Binary Ionic Compounds Containing Fixed Oxidation State Cations
Learners examine a table containing the names of common cations and anions.
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Naming Binary Ionic Compounds Containing Variable Oxidation State Cations (Screencast)
Roman numerals are used to identify the charges on metal cations having multiple oxidation states. Five examples are provided for practice.
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Naming Compounds Containing Polyatomic Ions
Learners examine a table of common polyatomic ions. Eight examples are provided for practice.
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Negative Roles: How They Affect Teamwork (Video)
Learners identify negative roles, match statements characteristic of each role, and relate how they have handled negative teams.
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aggressor, blocker, dominator, jokester, withdrawer
Newton's First Law of Motion - Video
The learner views several animations to study Newton's First Law of Motion, also known as "The Law of Inertia."
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force, isacc newton, laws, motion, physics
Newton's Second Law of Motion - Video
In this learning activity you'll examine force, mass, and acceleration to understand this "Law of Acceleration."
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acceleration, Classroom resources, Educational resources, eLearning, force, Interactive learning, isaac newton, laws of motion, Learning activities, mass, newton's laws, Online learning, Student engagement, Study aids
Newton's Third Law of Motion - Video
In this learning activity you'll examine Newton's Third Law: for every action, there is an equal but opposite reaction.
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laws of motion, Newton, physics
Nonverbal Communication
Learners read about nonverbal communication. In a drag-and-drop exercise, they evaluate photos of people interacting and determine if the behaviors shown interfere with communication or enhance it.
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body, communication, employability essentials, language, nonverbal, soft skills
Order of Operations (Screencast)
In this activity you'll calculate equations using the order of operations. You'll be introduced to what it is and how it works.
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how do I calculate an equation, how do I use the order of operations, What is the order of operations
Organization: The Second Stage in the Perception Process (Screencast)
The student will read a mini-lecture explaining the organization stage in the perception process and will complete an activity.
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organization, perception
Overcoming Barriers to Critical Thinking: Being Human
The learner will identify ways to overcome barriers to critical thinking and problem-solving including false memories, personal biases and prejudices, and physical and emotional hindrances.
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belief, biases, communication, confirmation bias, critical, critical thinking, decision-making, false memories, interference, lack of information, perception limitations, perspective, problem-solving, soft skills
Overcoming Barriers to Critical Thinking: People-Related Obstacles
The learner will identify techniques to use to overcome people-related barriers to critical thinking.
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ad hominem fallacy, advertising, arguments, authority effect, bandwagon effect, campaign, critical, critical thinking, emotion, logic, poisoning the well, red herring, shoehorning, soft skills, using emotion
Oxidation-Reduction Reactions
Learners examine the meaning of oxidation, reduction, and half-reaction, and watch a film showing the deposition of copper metal from the reduction of copper (II) ion by aluminum. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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Percent Composition of Compounds (Screencast)
Learners examine the method used to calculate the mass percent of an element in a compound. Three examples and one problem illustrate the method.
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Perception - Understanding the World Around You
Learn the definition of perception, its process and how it affects communication
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communication, perception, soft skills
Personal Pronouns
Read about the difference between the subject and object form of personal pronouns and test your knowledge in practice exercises.
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english, grammer, pronouns