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Posts tagged ‘science and technology’

Creating Collaborative Curriculum

Collaborations between teachers and scientists can generate novel classroom experiences that enhance students’ enthusiasm for science

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Human by Nature: Reclaiming our Natural Human Heritage

Three hands-on activity plans to educate elementary students about traditional technologies and skills.

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Analyzing Wildlife Habitat with Google Earth

Three classroom lessons for Grades 5-6 that use this free and readily available remote-sensing software can help students learn to recognize the characteristics of good wildlife habitat, monitor changes in land use over time and develop a big-picture understanding of the need for effective conservation strategies.

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Putting Marine Science on the Map

Using Google Maps to help students connect to waters near and far

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Real-time Teaching with VENUS and NEPTUNE

New technology allows students in institutions with low budgets and no access to the ocean
to get involved in marine science – using real data

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The Ocean – Live! Anywhere! Anytime!

Real-time data offer meaningful ways for middle-school students to develop science and math skills

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