Mobile Technology for teaching and learning SCIENCE in the real world
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Mobile Technology for teaching and learning SCIENCE in the real world
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The following activities have been designed to utilize the features/functions of various MT SCIENCE tools/resources. They are provided for educational purposes. Check back often as this library is expected to grow! MT SCIENCE Mountain Climbing 101 Challenges Data (click here!) Review and use this teacher-generated data from local events to manipulate, analyze, and interpret real-world GPS (longitude, latitude, elevation), weather conditions (wind speed, air temperature, wind chill, relative humidity, heat index, dew point), water quality (conductivity, dissolved oxygen, pH), and environmental variables (carbon dioxide, humidity/temperature/dew point, light, sound, magnetic field)! DATABASES | REPORTS | PROTOCOLS
Other Databases Citizen's Gateway (http://www.firstgov.com) Find federal statistics, reports and other information about your community - and links to a whole lot more! Data Depot at the Science Junction (http://www.ncsu.edu/sciencejunction) The "Data Depot" has complete instructions for classes of students to participate in joint experiments with other classes across the state. Students can collect data to help answer science questions then upload the data to Science Junction. All classes participating in the experiments will be able to see the total data collected and use it to analyze, look for patterns, and make models. In addition, simulated data based on theoretical models will be available. Teachers can use the data in the classroom to help emphasize skills such as spreadsheet use, graphing, equation fitting and scientific modeling. GLOBE Program (http://www.globe.gov) GLOBE is a world-wide hands-on, primary and secondary school-based education and science program. This site gives you direct access to GLOBE student data GPS (http://www.texs.com/gps/) GPS Coordinates and fishing information for Texas lakes. Look-up Latitude and Longitude - USA (http://www.bcca.org/misc/qiblih/latlong_us.html) This table gives the latitude and longitude of various major cities in the United States. The first column gives the latitude in degrees and minutes. The second column gives the longitude in degrees and minutes. National Weather Service (http://www.weather.gov) The NWS has a variety of current and past US weather information on winter storms, weather, emergency preparedness, thunderstorms, lightning, and tornadoes available online. Real-time Water Data (http://water.usgs.gov/data.html) From the stream to your screen! Selected Science Datasets Sites (http://www.ncsu.edu/sciencejunction/terminal/imse/)
TerraServer (http://www.terraserver.com) Terraserver.com is the world-wide source of the finest satellite imagery and aerial photography for people of all walks of life. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (http://163.234.20.106) Search TCEQ Data Data on pending and completed permits, environmental quality, licensing, enforcement of environmental regulations, environmental cleanups, recycling, wastewater and water utilities. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/) Find out all the latest about opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations in Texas, including Parks, Historic Sites, Fishing, Hunting, Boating, Game Warden, Adventure, Business, Conservation, Education, Nature, Outdoor Programs, Publications, Related Sites, Texas Water, and more... U.S. Geological Survey (http://www.usgs.gov) USGS is a world leader in the natural sciences through our scientific excellence and responsiveness to society's needs by providing reliable scientific information to describe and understand the Earth; minimize loss of life and property from natural disasters; manage water, biological, energy, and mineral resources; and enhance and protect our quality of life. Waypoint Base (http://www.waypoints.de/) The Waypoint Base is the perfect place to enter your GPS waypoints or look for data from others.
Reports
TXU has chosen to make annual, public reports on corporate environmental progress. While these reports vary by region, they all discuss our challenges and our progress toward sustainability. Protocols How to...Recommended procedures for investigating…
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