Teaching, Training & Facilitation
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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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
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
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
Anatomical Terminology: Relative Position
In this interactive learning activity, learners review the terms used to describe relative position of body parts in order to have a common set of words to describe their position. Check out our video on relative position: https://bit.ly/2kTXujp
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anatomical, appendicular, distal, lateral, medial, position, proximal, superior, supinate
Anatomical Terminology: Relative Position Video
Students identify the various regions of the human body through video.
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antecubital, axillary, body, femoral, inquinal, palmer, regions, umbilical
Anatomy of the Ear
The student identifies the anatomical parts of the ear and learns the purpose and function of these parts. A review follows the lesson.
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Amplitude, Auditory system, Classroom resources, Cochlea, Ear canal, Ear disorders, Ear function, Ear health, Ear hygiene, Ear structure, Eardrum, Educational resources, eLearning, Frequency, Hearing, Hearing loss, Inner ear, Interactive learning, Learning activities, Middle ear, Online learning, Ossicles, Outer ear, Sound waves, Student engagement, Study aids, Vestibular system
Angular Measurement
In this learning activity you'll review angles and different types of angular measuring tools associated with manufacturing.
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angles, angular, how are angles used in manufacturing, measurement, protractors, what are some angle tools
Animal Use in Research
The Animal Welfare Act, or AWA, gives protection to animals used in research, education, and entertainment. Explore ethical use and some of the current alternatives in this module.
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animal, animal research, Animals in research, dog, mice, mouse, NHP, non-human primates, pig, rat
Applying the Motor Voltage
In this animated lesson, learners examine the rectifier circuitry in a DC variable speed drive that supplies the voltages to the field coil and armature.
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circuitry, firing angle, motor speed, phase angle, scr, shunt motor
Appropriate Use of Welding Coupons
This module will guide you thru the use of welding coupons in the welding process.
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GMAW, Welding
Arterial Blood Gas (Screencast)
Students read an explanation of the values used for arterial blood gas analysis.
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arterial, blood, gas, level, ph
Assessing Cranial Nerves
In this highly interactive and animated object, learners complete three exercises to identify the cranial nerves and their functions.
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assessment, cranial, function, innervation, motor, nerve, nerves, neuro, neurological, sensory
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
Bloom's Taxonomy For Cognitive Learning and Teaching (Screencast)
The users of this learning object read a brief introduction to the six levels of Bloom's Cognitive Taxonomy and quiz themselves on a basic understanding of the levels.
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analysis, application, bloom, blooms, cognitive, comprehension, evaluation, knowledge, levels, synthesis, taxonomy
Building Relationships Through Active Listening
Learners will examine the four steps to listen actively to improve relationships.
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active listener, communication skills, listen to understand, listening, listening to understand, soft skills, steps of active listening
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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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 Hair Bonds: The Hydrogen Bond (Screencast)
In this screencast, learners examine the properties of the hydrogen bond and how the bond changes when hair is shampooed or styled.
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bond, crosslink, curling, hydrogen, side, styling, thermal, wet
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
Choosing the Right Fire Extinguisher
Explore the different types of fires and the extinguishers used for each type.
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fire classes, fire extinguisher, fire safety
Classification of Joints
In this animated object, learners examine the different types of joints and their movements.
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articulation, capsule, fluid, freely, hinge, immovable, joint, membrane, movable, sutures, synovial
Classification of Joints
In this animated object, learners examine the different types of joints and their movements.
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articulation, capsule, fluid, freely, hinge, immovable, joint, membrane, movable, sutures, synovial
Communicating in the Workplace
Compare the behaviors and situations that interfere with effective communication in the workplace with those that enhance listening skills and career performance.
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communication, conversation, employability essentials, how to talk to your boss, job, listening, listening skills, soft skills, teamwork, workplace communication
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
Components of a Computer Workstation: Skills Check 1
In this interactive exercise, learners label the components of a workstation, a Windows desktop, and an application window.
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computer, workstation
Components of a Data Center
In this learning activity you'll describe the typical components of a data center.
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Applications, Cloud Computing, Data Center, Data storage, what is a data center
Conversions: Fractions-Decimals- Percents Pre-Test
Students perform conversions among fractions, decimals, and percentages in this assessment.
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convert
Converting Between Standard and Metric Measurements
As a welder, you'll need to know how to convert between standard and metric measurements. Try this activity to practice converting between these two measurements. A conversion chart is provided to help you complete this work.
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conversion, convert, weld, welder, welding
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
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
Customer Service Skills for IT Professionals - Communication
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the communication model and how it impacts your work as an IT professional.
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communication skills for the IT professional, good communication skills, soft skills, What is communication
Customer Service Skills for IT Professionals - Controlling the Conversation
In this learning activity you'll practice your customer service skills in a number of IT real world job scenarios.
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handling difficult customers, How to improve my customer service skills, IT customer service, people skills, soft skills
Customer Service Skills for IT Professionals - Engaging the Customer
In this learning activity you'll explore four ways to engage your customers and improve your customer service skills.
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attention, customer engagement, Customer service, engaging, how to improve your customer service skills, it, skills, soft skills
Customer Service Skills for IT Professionals - Soft Skills
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to soft skills, or people skills, needed by all IT professionals.
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how do I improve my soft skills, necessary soft skills, soft skills, What are soft skills
Decimals to Fractions
Decimals to Fractions
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Welding
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 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
Distinguishing Between the Content Message and the Relational Message (Screencast)
In this screencast, you'll distinguish the differences between the content message and the relational message.
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Distinguishing Leadership and Management Activities (Screencast)
In this screencast, students read about the key differences between management and leadership activities. They will review typical supervisory activities as either management or leadership.
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five major functions, leadership, management, supervision
Eliminating Office Waste
Learners review office processes to find ways to save time.
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lean, office, waste
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
Wisc-Online FAQs
Explore this section for helpful answers to common questions regarding Wisc-Online.
Why did Wisc-Online change?
Wisc-Online has upported millions of learners for over 20 years. It was time for a refresh! By moving to WisTech Open, we were able to continue offering free, high-quality learning resources on a more modern, sustainable platform.
What happened with the Wisc-Online Arcade?
The Play Games Arcade went offline at the time Wisc-Online moved to WisTech Open.
Do saved links or bookmarks still work?
No, bookmarks to the old site stopped working after December 2025.
What happened to Wisc-Online objects that were downloaded into LMS platforms?
If instructors had downloaded and embedded Wisc-Online objects (like SCORM packages) into their LMS, those continued to work even after the Wisc-Online site transitioned to WisTech Open. These objects were self-contained and did not rely on the live site.
Is there an opportunity to develop new content?
Yes. Ideas for new content could be shared at https://www.wistechopen.org/contact by selecting “Pitch a Project Idea.” All project ideas were considered based on available funding.