MERLOT II is a searchable collection of online resources you can use to enhance your classes. Like other databases, the resources themselves are not included in MERLOT, but you can access them from MERLOT. What kinds of resources are included? Assessment tools, assignments, case studies, open textbooks, presentations, reference materials, simulations, tutorials, and more. To learn more about MERLOT II, view this video.
Many of the items in MERLOT have been peer reviewed, and the best have received awards. Here are a few examples of award winning sites.
- Guide to Grammar and Writing: Full of great tutorials, this website provides everything from basic parts of speech all the way to writing the Argumentative essay and using proper MLA format.
- DNA from the Beginning: An animated tutorial on DNA, genes, and heredity.
- Crisis at Fort Sumter: An interactive historical simulation and decision making program.
- LangMedia Foreign Language Media Archive: This site presents information on culture and language in different regions of the world.
- Virtual Chemistry Laboratory: Mix chemicals without wearing safety goggles.
- The Cameron Balloon Factory: This interactive on-line case study covers human resource management, operations, production management, accounting, marketing, and more.
- Guide to Financial Statements: This interactive tutorial explains income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.