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Latest Earthquakes in the USA: Past 7 Days
No full textThis set of lists and maps provides information on the latest earthquakes for the 50 states and Puerto Rico. The lists are organized by date and time, and by magnitude. On the interactive maps, symbols are coded by size (larger symbols mean greater magnitude) and by color (last hour, last day, last week). Clicking on individual map symbols links to detailed maps and written information for the selected earthquake, including date and time, location, depth, magnitude, and other data
The Process of Natural Gas Extraction From the Marcellus Shale
No full textThis lesson plan from the Pennsylvania Geological Survey provides an overview of the processes used to extract natural gas from shale gas reservoirs like the Marcellus shale. A detailed outline is provided for instructors to structure a lecture with. Some of the specific topic areas covered include the Marcellus drilling process, Marcellus well completions and water management. This material is intended for high-school age and older students, and the lecture should take one 45 minute class period to complete. This document may be downloaded in PDF file format
Pouring an Agarose Gel
No full textThis video from CUNY Kingsborough Community College shows how to pour an Agarose Gel. The video describes the process step by step and would be easy to replicate in a laboratory setting. Running time for the video is 2:13
Solar Education Technology Programs: Tools for Students, Educators, and Trainers
No full textThe US DoE put together educational tools to help you or your students learn more about solar electricity, or photovoltaics (PV). Whether you're just interested in learning some facts about PV or want to challenge your students, you've come to the right place! If you're interested in advanced training in PV, we have also included some resources for you. Resources include: -History Lessons: This solar timeline shows the development of solar electricity, or photovoltaics (PV), spanning from 7th Century B.C. to present day and the future! -PV Quick Facts: These interesting facts about the technology are useful for quick reference. -FAQs: We have compiled a list of common questions and responses related to PV to aid in the learning process. -Myths of Solar Electricity: This information will aid in the learning process and dispel many common myths about the technology -Educational Resources: This site features links to educational resources such as lesson plans, competitions, and activities on energy efficiency and PV. -Adult Education and Vocational Training: This features links to continuing education and vocational training opportunities in solar, including classes for homeowners interested in renewable energy systems and building energy-efficient homes -Glossary of Terms: This glossary provides definitions of a number of important terms associated with electricity and power generation, including key terms related to solar electricity, or photovoltaics (PV)
USGS Educational Resources For Secondary Grades
No full textThis portal provides links to selected United States Geological Survey (USGS) educational resources that may be useful to educators in secondary school grades. Many of these resources can be used directly in the classroom, as preparation for lessons or demonstrations, or as resources for teacher education and curriculum development. Major topic areas include biology, geography, geology, and water resources. Resources (indicated by symbols) include complete teaching modules, classroom activities, and web-based resources. Items that have costs beyond basic printing or on-line viewing costs are also indicated by a symbol
Transforming Agriculture with GPS; Using Lasers and Photonics; What is Biomanufacturing?
No full textThe ATETV project delivers web-based videos to connect students to careers in advanced technology. In this episode of ATETV, precision agriculture, laser and photonics technology and biomanufacturing are discussed. All of these areas are on the cutting edge of technology, and many students are gaining a practical education in such fields at community colleges. The episode can be watched in full or through the three segments: âTransforming Agriculture with GPS;â âUsing Lasers and Photonicsâ and âWhat is Biomanufacturing?â Running time for the full episode of this streaming video is 7:25
Impacting the Future, One Experience at a Time
No full textThe ATETV project delivers web-based videos to connect students to careers in advanced technology. This episode of ATETV focuses on just how much input community colleges receive from industry. The first part of the video, Making Sense of What You Are Learning, looks at electrical engineering programs and how community colleges tailor them to fit industry needs to better prepare graduates. The second half of this video, Going Green with Civil Architectural Technology, looks at green jobs and how community colleges are creating programs for students in these areas. Running time for the full episode of this streaming video is 7:01
Jetstream: Online School for Weather
No full textProduced by the National Weather Service, this site offers a comprehensive introduction to weather and weather safety and includes numerous lesson plans suitable for high school use. Topics include the atmosphere, ocean, synoptic meteorology, thunderstorms, lightning, and remote sensing
The Materials in Your New TV: The Liquid Crystal Display
No full textThis module introduces the liquid crystal display, including glass substrates, electronics and liquid crystals. Learning objectives include explaining the components of the LCD system, describing the process of making LCD glass, illustrating a typical glassy structure, defining a liquid crystal, and discussing the applications of liquid crystal displays. The lesson requires one class period
Gordon and Mike's ICT Podcast: WTCC Social Media Radio Interview
No full textGordon and Mike's ICT Podcast offers perspectives on the information and communication technologies (ICT) industries from Gordon Snyder and Mike Qaissaunee. In this podcast, Mike, Gordon and guest Setta McCabe from WTCC 90.7 FM discuss social media use on her weekly radio show. Blogging, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn are among the social media applications that they cover. The running time for the show is 33:50