Posted on March 12th, 2010 by ASEE
Women in Aviation & Space, held at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, outside Washington, DC, Saturday, March 13, highlights the many achievements of women in science, technology, and aerospace. Visitors will learn about the accomplishments of Amelia Earhart , the Women Air Force Service Pilots (WASPs), astronaut Sally Ride, and women who are currently contributing to aviation, science, technology, and space exploration. Also, participate in book signings, story time, and fun and educational hands-on activities throughout the Museum. Admission: Free, Parking $15
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Tags: Aerospace, Aviation, Programs for Families, Programs for Girls, Weekend programs, Women in Engineering
Posted on March 12th, 2010 by ASEE
The Spring 2010 Design Revolution Road Show is a traveling exhibition and lecture series bringing “product design that empowers” to 25 U.S.high schools and universities. The road show features a biodiesel-powered truck and Airstream trailer exhibition of 40 humanitarian design solutions, sponsored by Project H Design. The products will be on view at every stop for visitors to experience, use, and touch; each is a smart design solution to one of eight issues: Water, Well-Being, Energy, Education, Play, Food, Mobility, Enterprise.
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Tags: Amazing Engineering, Design, Engineering Design Process, Exhibit, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Grades K-5
Posted on March 11th, 2010 by ASEE
Everyone is invited to join the forty 2010 Intel Science Talent Search finalists, who will display and present their research at the National Academy of Sciences, Sunday, March 14, 2010, 1 – 4 pm, at the Great Hall of the National Academy of Sciences, in Washington, D.C. The display is intended to be a motivating experience for students, their teachers, parents, and the public.
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Tags: Programs for Families, Programs for Students, Science Contest, Weekend programs
Posted on March 9th, 2010 by ASEE
The 7th Annual Girls’ Day at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, April 6, 2010, is designed to introduce young women, grades 6 -8 to STEM careers. Girls will hear inspiring messages about STEM careeers, participate in hands-on activities, and witness demonstrations from various departments. Location: Rapid City, SD. Cost: $5.00 Registration Deadline: March 23, 2010.
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Tags: Contest, Grades 6-8, Programs for Girls, STEM subjects
Posted on March 8th, 2010 by ASEE
In honor of Earth Day, girls in grades 6-8 will participate in hands-on activities led by Kansas State graduate and undergraduate students on April 10, 2010. Activities will explore new and innovative ways scientists & engineers are working to save our planet. Cost: $15 registration fee plus $5 lunch fee for adults. Application deadline: April 2, 2010 or until full.
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Tags: Grades 6-8, Programs for Girls, Weekend programs, Women in Engineering
Posted on March 8th, 2010 by ASEE
Operated by the Idaho National Laboratory, the Energy for Educators Website offers excellent lessons on energy topics for all grade levels, including on wind, solar, geothermal, hydro, nuclear, and biomass energy sources.
Teachers will also find news about the Energy workshops, INL wind resources, real-time wind data, “energy myths,” and a write-in “ask a scientist” page.
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Tags: Alternative Energy, Geothermal, Idaho National Laboratory, Lesson Plans, Nuclear Engineering, Solar Engineering, Web Resources, Website, Wind Technology
Posted on March 8th, 2010 by ASEE
This lesson plan from PBS helps students discover the basics of wind power technology in having them build and refine a wind turbine. Students examine the concept of renewable energy, identify the benefits and drawbacks of wind power, and compare its costs and impact on the environment with other energy sources.
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Tags: Mechanical engineering, Wind Technology, Wind Turbine
Posted on March 8th, 2010 by ASEE
The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) offers several scholarships to attend WINDPOWER 2010 Conference & Exhibition, May 23-26, 2010, in Dallas, Texas. The scholarships provide those interested in enhancing their knowledge of the wind industry an opportunity to learn from the experts.
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Posted on March 8th, 2010 by ASEE
The U.S Department of Energy Energy Education and Workforce Development Website provides lesson plans, science projects, and activities, listings of student and teacher contests, information on classes, fellowships and internships, and links related to clean energy.
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Tags: Lesson Plans, U.S. Department of Energy, Web Resources, Wind Technology
