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For y'all to pass to your colleagues in elementary school sciences:
Judy
The NASA "Why?" Files
http://whyfiles.larc.nasa.gov
The NASA "Why?" Files Series is a standards-based, technology focused,
distance learning initiative designed to integrate and enhance the teaching
of math, science, and technology in grades 3-5. The 2000-2001 series of
four, 60-minute programs uses problem-based learning and scientific inquiry,
including the scientific method and science process skills, to introduce
students to the excitement and exploration of real-world mathematics,
science, and technology. The NASA "Why?" Files is video and web-based and
includes a resource rich teacher guide and is FREE to
educators. The series combines the leading-edge technology of the Web with
the content-driven, instructional quality of video programming. The
user-friendly web site engages students, teachers, and parents in the
learning experience by linking them to a world of formal and informal
"learning opportunities" that include NASA programs, projects, and
researchers. The presence of educational technology in the series mirrors
the expanding application and integration of mathematics, science, and
technology in the classroom. Off air rights to the NASA "Why?" Files are
granted in perpetuity; no fees or licensing agreements are required. Neither
the broadcast nor the teacher guide is copyrighted. Educators do, however,
have to register to receive the lesson guide. Programs are delivered via Ku-
and C-band satellite broadcast and air on 81 PBS-member
stations. Register at the NASA "Why?" Files web site:
Contact Information:
Dr. Thomas E. Pinelli
Educational Technology & Distance Learning Officer
NASA Langley Research Center
Hampton, Virginia 23681-2199
Voice: (757) 864-2491 Fax: (757) 864-8835
E-mail: t.e.pinelli@larc.nasa.gov
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Judith K. Graves
Educational Services
National Digital Library Program
Library of Congress
101 Independence Avenue, S.E.
Washington, D.C. 20540-1320
jgrav@loc.gov (V)202/707-2562 (F) 202/252-3173
http://learning.loc.gov/learn/
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