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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Reality Shock (Screencast)
Learners examine the phases and characteristics of the reality shock experienced by nurses. They also identify strategies to deal with reality shock and with the transition from student nurse to registered nurse.
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novice, nurse, stress, transition
Recharging Your Attitude
Learners will determine if they are satisfied with their attitudes and then rank tips for regaining a positive disposition in the workplace.
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attitude, attitude of gratitude, attitudes in the workplace, disposition, how to relieve stress, positive disposition, productivity, self-improvement tips
Regional Body Parts
In this interactive object, learners identify a person's regional body parts.
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anatomy, human
Religions of the World
In this learning activity you'll analyzes the structures and processes of religion within a global context.
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Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, what are the religions of the world, World religions
Religions of the World - Buddhism
In this learning activity you'll analyze the structures of Buddhism and identifies the countries with the largest Buddhist populations.
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Buddhism, What countries have the largest Buddhist populations
Religions of the World - Judaism
In this learning activity you'll use a map to identify the 10 countries with the largest populations of Jewish people.
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What countries have the largest Jewish communities, Where are the largest Jewish communities
Respiratory System Drug Treatment Review
Learners match respiratory drug actions to the appropriate drug category.
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Respiratory Terms
In this interactive object, learners review respiratory system terminology and then match the terms with their definitions.
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breathing, lung, respiratory, terminology, terms
Right Triangles That Are Special: Using the Pythagorean Theorem
In this learning activity you'll apply the Pythagorean Theorem to isosceles and equilateral triangles.
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pythagorean, right, theorem, triangles
SQ5R
Instead of trying to memorize content, the SQ5R technique focuses on understanding concepts and new ideas.
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learning, review, study, test prep, understand
Scientific Notation - Converting Numbers Larger Than 1 to Scientific Notation (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll review scientific notation and practice expressing numbers larger than 1.
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how do I use scientific notation, notation, scientific, what is scientific notation
Scientific Notation - Converting Numbers Smaller Than 1 to Scientific Notation (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll read an explanation of scientific notation and practice expressing numbers smaller than 1 in scientific notation.
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how do I convert numbers using scientific notation, notation, scientific, what is scientific notation
Selection: The First Stage in the Perception Process (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll review the selection stage in the perception process and apply the information to complete an activity.
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motives, perception, selection, selective perception, stimuli, what is the perception process
Sequencing Impacts Using Radial and Concentric Fractures (Screencast)
Learners examine radial and concentric fractures in glass to determine the sequence of the impacts.
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Concentric fractures, Glass cracks, Radial fractures, Sequencing impacts
Seven Barriers to Listening
The learner will identify common barriers to effective listening.
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core skills, Gamma+, Seven Barriers, soft skills
Sexual Harassment: Preventing and Addressing Sexual Harassment
In this activity, you'll identify ways to prevent and address sexual harassment.
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HR, human resources, management, sexual harassment, workplace ethics
Sexual Harassment: Separating Fact from Fiction
In this activity, you'll distinguish between sexual harassment facts and fiction.
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animation, fear, scenario, sexual harassment
Sexual Harassment: The Three Types
In this learning activity, you'll identify the three types of sexual harassment.
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sexual harassment
Simplifying Algebraic Expressions: Addition & Subtraction
Learners read definitions of the terminology associated with algebraic operations and then follow steps to simplify algebraic expressions.
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Socialization: The Process of Becoming Ourselves
In this learning activity you'll review socialization and agents of socialization and create your own lifeline.
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how do events impact your life, how do i create my own timeline, What are the agents of socialization
Solving Percent Problems Using a Pyramid Grid (Screencast)
Students use the pyramid method to solve percent problems. The pyramid grid provides a visual way to set up the equation.
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chart, grid, math, percent, percents, solving
Solving Systems of Linear Equations Using the Addition or Subtraction Method (Screencast)
In a series of practice problems, learners use the addition or subtraction method to solve systems of linear equations, also called "simultaneous linear equations."
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Solving Systems of Linear Equations Using the Substitution Method
In a series of practice problems, learners use the substitution method to solve systems of linear equations, also called "simultaneous linear equations."
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Sorting Out Math Symbols
In this learning activity you'll review different math symbols and identify them in a matching exercise.
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how to read a math problem, what are the basic math symbols
South Asia - The Asian Subcontinent (Screencast)
Students identify and locate the seven countries on the Asian Subcontinent.
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asia, bangladesh, bhutan, india, indian, lanka, nepal, pakistan, peninsula, south, sri, subcontinent
Spanish Conversation - Greetings in Mexico
Spanish conversation instruction, by Fox Valley Technical College Spanish instructors. How two native speakers from Mexico would greet each other.
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greeting, hello, Mexico
Stages of Dental Plaque Formation (Screencast)
In this screencast, students read about the stages of microbial dental plaque formation and the time it takes for each stage to occur.
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bacteria, dental, dentist, microbial, oral, plaque, teeth
Standard-Position Angles and Reference Angles
The learner will recognize standard-position angles and find the reference angle for any standard-position angle.
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angle, angles, reference angles, Standard-position angles
Stem and Leaf Plots (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll create a stem and leaf plot.
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how do I create a stem and leaf plot, how do I use a stem and leaf plot, leaf, plot, stem, what is a stem and leaf plot
Subject - Verb Agreement (Screencast)
Student learn to use proper subject - verb agreement.
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sentence structure, subject verb
Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators
In this animated and interactive object, learners view two examples of how to subtract fractions with unlike denominators and then work five similar problems.
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Summary Writing (Screencast)
In this screencast, students demonstrate an understanding of summary writing by reading step-by-step instructions and then summarizing short paragraphs. Examples of summaries that are poorly written, as well as those that are written well, are included.
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lecture, summary, write a summary, writing
The Coherence Principle
Explore how the coherence principle uses concise narration and graphics to illustrate good eLearning.
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The Contiguity Principle
Explore how aligning on-screen text and narration with graphics can help improve knowledge retention and learner engagement.
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Contiguity, design, eLearn, mayer, multimedia
The Development of the Self-Concept (Screencast)
In this screencast, we'll review the role of significant others in the development of the self-concept
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perceive ourselves, self concept, self-concept
The Duties of the Three Branches of Government (Screencast)
In this screencast, explore the legislative, executive, and judiciary branches of the U.S. government. External resource: www.usconstitution.com
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branch, Constitution, executive, judiciary, legistlative
The Five Whys
The learner will explore the techniques used to identify cause-and-effect relationships of a particular problem.
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5 whys, cause-and-effect, defects, question-asking techniques, questioning, root causes, root problem, supply chain, why
The Horizontal Portion of the Sine Wave
In this animated object, learners examine cycles, frequency, Hertz, wavelengths, and periods. A brief quiz completes the activity.
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aa0001, ac, alternating, current, frequency, period, sine, voltage, wave, wavelength
The Johari Window (Screencast)
In this screencast, you will see how the Johari Window works when determining a relationship with someone.
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how do I use a johari window, johari window explanation, What is a Johari window
The Parts of a Wheelchair (Screencast)
In this screencast, students view a basic wheelchair and identify its parts.
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chair, identify, label, parts, therapy, wheel, wheelchair
The Production Possibility Model (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll construct a production possibility model.
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how do I create a production graph, plotting points, Production possibilities
The Professional's Guide to Telephone Etiquette
Learners listen to effective techniques to successfully interact with customers via the telephone. They also submit their own suggested replies to customers in various scenarios. Topics include general telephone etiquette, dealing with angry callers, working with confused or unsure customers, and managing voicemail. A quiz completes this customer service activity.
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angry callers, business professional, confused callers, customer service, customers, interactive learning activities, online graded assessment, telephone, telephone etiquette, unsure callers, voice mail, voicemail
The Reality of Sterotypes
In this learning activity, the user will understand how believing in and using common stereotypes can get in the way of working together.
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communication barriers, communication skills, stereotypes, teamwork, working together
The Signaling Principle
Multimedia Principles - Signaling. Explore how using voice and visual cues can help your learners focus, organize, and process your content.
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design principles, eLearning, good eLearning, multimedia
The Study Cycle
Explore The Study Cycle – an approach that research and experience shows is the best and most efficient way to study
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check, learning, review, study, understand
The Vertical Portion of the Sine Wave
In this animated lesson, learners examine sine waves and alternating current. A brief quiz completes the object.
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aa0001, ac, alternating, amplitude, current, sine, voltage, wave, waveform
Thinking About the Topic: Brainstorming
Brainstorming helps find new ideas to problems. Learn how you can use brainstorming to write a paper, give a speech, or work on a group project. In this video, you’ll explore what brainstorming is and how to use it.
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brainstorm, brainstorming, how to find a speech topic, how to narrow down a topic, speech topic focus
Thinking About the Topic: Generating Ideas
Writers block happens to all of us. Homework block is even worse. If you’re stuck on how to get started, watch this video to explore how to generate ideas for speeches, papers, and projects quickly and effectively.
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brainstorm, How do I generate a topic, ideas, narrow down my topic, topic outline
Thinking About the Topic: Mind Mapping
Trying to write your paper but you’ve gotten stuck? Explore Mind Mapping! This creative technique helps you explore what you already know, lets you see how your ideas are tied together, and gets you writing quickly.
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how do I mind map my ideas, mind map, mind mapping, speech, topic idea
Time Management
The learner will assess his or her time management strategies and study habits.
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deadlines, homework strategies, procrastination, productive study habits, project deadlines, soft skills, study time, time management, time management strategies
Time Management - Automotive
School or work stressing you out? Never feel like there are enough hours in the day? Improve your time management skills and get more time back for you.
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Time Management Matrix
Explore what time management is, how to use a time matrix, and how to put it all together and use our new time management skills to accomplish more during your days.
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How to improve time management, Human Resource, Time Management
Time Management for Online Success
Learners listen to other students express their concerns about taking an online course. Strategies for how to be successful in school are discussed.
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learning strategies, online class, online course, study, study schedule, studying, succ, Time Management
Topic Selection (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll create a focused speech topic by using a focused pyramid.
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coming up with a speech topic, how do I find a speech topic, presentation, speech topic selection, topic
Total Surface Area of a Cylinder
In this module, you will see the derivation of the total surface area formula for a cylinder and work through several application problems.
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calculations, diameter, TSA
Types of Elements in the Periodic Table and Their Properties (Screencast)
In this screencast, we review the positions of metals, metalloids, and nonmetals in the Periodic Table and the general characteristics of each.
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Understanding Place Value (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll review the place values of whole numbers.
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convert, what are whole number place names
Understanding Rounding
In this learning activity you'll practice rounding numbers.
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round, rounding
Unit Conversions
In this animated and interactive object, learners follow two rules to write unit conversion fractions.
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conversion, dimensional analysis, feet, math, meters, unit, unit conversion
Units of Measurement
In this learning activity you'll explore units of measurement.
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millionths, tenths, thousandths, units
Use Your Learning Style to Boost Your Productivity
Learners will identify their learning styles and practice ways to retain information in class and on the job.
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auditory, employability essentials, kinesthetic, learning a skill, learning information, learning styles, remembering information, soft skills, tactile learning style, visual learning style
Using "Lie" and "Lay" Correctly (Screencast)
Students view examples of the correct usage of the verbs "lie" and "lay." They then practice using the verbs in a brief exercise.
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laid, lain, laying, lying
Using "They're," "There," and "Their" Correctly
In this learning activity you'll review and practice using "they're," "there," and "their" correctly.
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their, there, theyre
Using Commas in a Series
Students insert commas to divide nouns, verbs, and adjectives when the words are written in a series. This practice exercise provides immediate feedback.
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comma, grammar
Using Fire Extinguishers
By the end of this learning activity, you’ll know how to understand, use, and maintain different types of fire extinguishers.
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Activate, Aim, Assist, Attempt, fire extinguisher training, fire extinguisher use, fire extinguishers, how to use a fire extinguisher, inspection, maintenance, PASS, Pull, Squeeze, Sweep, UL rating
Using Graphs to Explain Motion (Screencast)
In this screencast, you'll observe two vehicles moving across the screen at different rates then describe the motion. Additionally, you'll select the corresponding graphs of distance vs. time, velocity vs. time, and acceleration vs. time for each vehicle.
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acceleration, distance, graph, motion, relationship, velocity
Using Modifiers (Screencast)
In this interactive object, learners read about words that give information about another word in a sentence. Students also practice placing modifiers in sentences in drag and drop exercises.
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misplaced, modifiers, modifying, phrases
Vectors in Polar Form
In this learning activity you'll place given vectors in correct positions on the Cartesian coordinate system.
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angle, direction, form, magnitude, polar, polar form, polar notation, vector
What Is Color?
In this animated and interactive lesson, learners examine additive and subtractive color theories.
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additive color theory, color, color spectrum, color triangle, color wavelength, LCD, light, light energy, phosphor dots, reflected energy, subtractive color theory, white light
What Is a Radian?
In this learning activity you'll explore a graphical depiction of a radian for angular measurement.
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how do I calculate a radian, How do I find a radian, radians and angles, what is a radian
What is an Algorithm?
In this learning activity, we’ll learn what an algorithm is.
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Algorithm, Get Unstuck, IT Study guide
Work and Power (Screencast)
Learners examine the formulas for calculating work in ft-lb units and power in ft-lb/min. units.
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engineering, jj0001, mechanical, physics, power, work
Writing Effective Instructions
The learner will distinguish effective from ineffective approaches to writing instructions.
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audience, communication, communication skills, conveying instructions, directions, giving instructions, how to write warnings, workplace communication, written communication, written instructions
Writing Effective Paraphrases (Screencast)
In this screencast, you'll review paraphrasing brief, non-fiction passages.
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documentation, paraphrasing, plagiarism, restate
Writing a Sentence Outline (Screencast)
In this screencast, you'll examine writing a sentence outline using complete sentences for headings, subheadings, main points, and subpoints.
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how do I create an outline for my speech, How do I outline a speech, how do I write an outline, speech outline tips
Writing a Topic Outline
Every speech starts with an outline. Knowing how to write one can make the difference between speech success and speech failure. In this module, we’ll explore what’s involved in creating an outline, demonstrate how to put one together, and give you examples you can use to create your own outline.
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creating an outline, outline my speech, write a speech outline, writing an outline