This software packet has been prepared to provide background information about Hoover Dam and the surrounding area. It includes learning activities to promote an understanding of Hoover Dam's impact on the environment, and it's te  ... more

This software packet has been prepared to provide background information about Hoover Dam and the surrounding area. It includes learning activities to promote an understanding of Hoover Dam's impact on the environment, and it's technical and historical significance for the United States. The student activities may be used either alone or in conjunction with a visit to Hoover Dam. The information has been separated into four main sections: History, Wildlife, Water Resources, and Hydroelectricity. Within each section you will find the concepts that are stressed by the material, background information for learners, suggested activities to aid learning and understanding, charts, posters, puzzles, and a bibliography for further resources. This courseware was originally cataloged at http://www.my-edu2.com/eduframe.htm.   less

Gives plans, materials list, and uses for a standing wave machine. Though the drawings are a bit crude and the explanation simple, the machine itself is a very fine demonstration of how standing waves work.  ... more

Gives plans, materials list, and uses for a standing wave machine. Though the drawings are a bit crude and the explanation simple, the machine itself is a very fine demonstration of how standing waves work.   less

Describes how to build a simple, yet effective seismograph. Also gives suggestions about improving the basic seismograph and how to think towards developing one's own design.  ... more

Describes how to build a simple, yet effective seismograph. Also gives suggestions about improving the basic seismograph and how to think towards developing one's own design.   less

Abstract: This article highlights the many activities provided by the support communities available for women in computing. Thousands of women actively participate in these programs and they receive many benefits including network  ... more

Abstract: This article highlights the many activities provided by the support communities available for women in computing. Thousands of women actively participate in these programs and they receive many benefits including networking and professional support. In addition, the organizations and associations help promote the accomplishments of women computer scientists and disseminate valuable information. This article surveys some of these organizations and concludes with a list of suggestions for how faculty members can incorporate the benefits of these organizations in their own institutions.   less

A short, simple experiment to demonstrate free-fall. No conclusions are drawn (that is left for the student) but a complete supplies list and construction method are provided. Added bonus, a balloon will pop.  ... more

A short, simple experiment to demonstrate free-fall. No conclusions are drawn (that is left for the student) but a complete supplies list and construction method are provided. Added bonus, a balloon will pop.   less

This is the EPA homepage for the American Indian Environmental Office, describing their activities and mission.  ... more

This is the EPA homepage for the American Indian Environmental Office, describing their activities and mission.   less

"Education can clarify the importance of good solid waste management to community members and to tribal leadership, ensuring that your solid waste program will be supported as a high priority. Environmental curricula which incorpo  ... more

"Education can clarify the importance of good solid waste management to community members and to tribal leadership, ensuring that your solid waste program will be supported as a high priority. Environmental curricula which incorporate Native American cultural themes help sensitize students to environmental issues and may inspire greater participation in community pollution prevention activities." This EPA site provides links to K-12 and Higher Education resources.   less

This applet shows the complex impedance of an RLC circuit using both a vector diagram and a conductance vs frequency curve.  ... more

This applet shows the complex impedance of an RLC circuit using both a vector diagram and a conductance vs frequency curve.   less

The Gateway Materials Program Area Project is a collaborative effort among 5 schools to develop exportable modules useful for teaching Materials Science and Engineering fundamentals and laboratory principles.  ... more

The Gateway Materials Program Area Project is a collaborative effort among 5 schools to develop exportable modules useful for teaching Materials Science and Engineering fundamentals and laboratory principles.   less

The home page of one of the greatest science learning museums in the United States. High quality, on-line activities, science news, and essays. * Origins - Exploring CERN, the worlds largest particle accelerator * Live webcas  ... more

The home page of one of the greatest science learning museums in the United States. High quality, on-line activities, science news, and essays. * Origins - Exploring CERN, the worlds largest particle accelerator * Live webcasts - lectures, experiments, collection of archived webcasts * The Brain explorer - activites exploring perception * Science wire - news articles on latest science * The Learning studio - interactive exhibits, and activities * Observatory - astronomical information * Sport science - science concepts using sports examples * Solar max - a page dedicated to the sun (and 2000's solar maximum)   less