http://teachers.egfi-k12.org Blog about the growing role of engineering in K-12 education. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:21:19 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/carnegie-science-center/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/carnegie-science-center/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:54 +0000 jxs http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=32028 The Carnegie Science Center in Pittsburgh, Pa. seeks to inspire learning and curiosity by connecting science and technology with everyday life. By making science both relevant and fun, the Science Center’s goal is to increase science literacy in the region and to motivate young people to seek careers in science and technology. ]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/carnegie-science-center/feed/ 0 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/one-laptop-per-child/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/one-laptop-per-child/#comments Sun, 04 Dec 2011 10:00:59 +0000 jxs http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=31747 The One Laptop Per Child (OLPC) program aims to provide each child with a rugged, low-cost, low-power, connected laptop. To this end, hardware, content, and software has been designed for collaborative, fun, and self-empowered learning.]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/one-laptop-per-child/feed/ 0 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/computer-science-education-week-2/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/computer-science-education-week-2/#comments Sun, 27 Nov 2011 10:00:04 +0000 jxs http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=31617 CSEdWeek 2011 celebrates the impact of computing and the need for computer science education. The week incorporates events and resources for students, teachers, parents, administrators, college and university reps, and industry. When: December 4-11, 2011.]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/computer-science-education-week-2/feed/ 0 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/engineergirl-essay-contest/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/engineergirl-essay-contest/#comments Sun, 06 Nov 2011 10:00:03 +0000 jxs http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=27409 The 2012 EngineerGirl! Essay Contest from the National Academies & National Academy of Engineering focuses on the role of engineering in providing safe and nutritious food. Contestants in three age categories compete for monetary prizes and recognition through writing essays on and researching the topic. Deadline: March 1, 2012.]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/engineergirl-essay-contest/feed/ 0 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/naval-programs/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/naval-programs/#comments Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:57:35 +0000 jxs http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=31129 The Office of Naval Research provides several different outreach programs for students at different grade levels. The programs, which include competitions and afterschool engagement, range in size and mission.]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/naval-programs/feed/ 0 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/biomimicry-youth-design-challenge/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/biomimicry-youth-design-challenge/#comments Tue, 27 Sep 2011 10:00:33 +0000 mxl http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=31054 The Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge is a contest for K-12 students to learn about biomimicry -- design inspired by nature -- and use it to create something new. Sponsored by the nonprofit Biomimicry Institute, the contest is open to students at three different levels: K-4 (submissions made by the whole class); 5-8; and 9-12. Prizes will be awarded in all three categories.]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/biomimicry-youth-design-challenge/feed/ 0 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/program-science-club-for-girls/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/program-science-club-for-girls/#comments Sun, 18 Sep 2011 10:00:20 +0000 jxs http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=30854 Science Club for Girls (SCFG) is a series of afterschool STEM programs offering K-12 girls the chance to explore science and technology through experiments and activities. Through the Junior Mentor leadership program, teenage girls become role models, teaching young children science, learning life skills, conducting outreach, and exploring careers in STEM fields. ]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/program-science-club-for-girls/feed/ 0 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/contest-scientist-for-a-day/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/contest-scientist-for-a-day/#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 10:00:56 +0000 jxs http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=30656 NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory recently announced the new Fall 2011 Cassini Scientist for a Day essay contest for students in grades 5-12. Winners are invited to a teleconference with Cassini scientists and engineers from the lab. The contest deadline is Oct. 26, 2011.]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/contest-scientist-for-a-day/feed/ 0 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/design-squad-webinar/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/design-squad-webinar/#comments Sun, 17 Jul 2011 10:00:11 +0000 mxl http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=30233 Join PBS’s Design Squad Nation and ASEE’s Engineering Go For It for a free webinar entitled “Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers,” on August 25 from 12 PM to 1 PM EDT. Learn about free hands-on activities, videos, and other online resources that will help enliven your classes and spark a love of engineering in kids ages 9 and up.]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/design-squad-webinar/feed/ 0 http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/green-roof-fieldtrip/ http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/green-roof-fieldtrip/#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 10:24:56 +0000 sah http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/?p=30057 Summary: What is a green roof? How do rooftop gardens help protect the environment? In this field-observation activity, elementary students individually or working in teams will learn about green-roof design, energy conservation, and the types of plants and creatures that can live in the extreme environmental conditions found on rooftops. ]]> http://teachers.egfi-k12.org/green-roof-fieldtrip/feed/ 2