Overview
This announcement informs users that the CELLS alive! educational website is now only available offline as a free downloadable package, with instructions for classroom and personal use.
CELLS alive! Offline Availability
- CELLS alive! is no longer online but can be accessed as a free offline version.
- The offline site includes interactive animations (Cell Model, Mitosis, HowBig?), the "Ouch!" burping macrophage, matching games, and jigsaw puzzles.
- The complete offline site is available via a 78mb ZIP file download.
- Instructions for installing the offline version are included in the ZIP file.
- Users are encouraged to install the site on classroom computers and share copies freely.
- The online and offline versions are intended to remain free for everyone.
Download Instructions & Technical Notes
- Download the CELLS alive! offline ZIP file from the provided link.
- In rare cases, school network firewalls may corrupt the ZIP file.
- If the ZIP file is corrupted, try downloading it outside the school network.
Contact & Acknowledgements
- The announcement is signed by Jim Sullivan, founder of CELLS alive!
- Users can contact Jim Sullivan via the provided email link for questions or comments.
- The message thanks users for their support over the years and encourages sharing educational resources freely.
Key Terms & Definitions
- CELLS alive! — An educational website featuring biology animations, games, and interactive models related to cells and mitosis.
- Offline version — A downloadable package allowing users to use the site’s resources without internet access.
- ZIP file — A compressed file format used for downloading and sharing multiple files in a single package.
Action Items / Next Steps
- Download the CELLS alive! offline ZIP file from the provided link.
- Follow included instructions to install the site on your computer.
- Share copies of the ZIP file freely with classmates and teachers.
- If issues arise with downloading at school, try from a different network.