Special Publications in Honor of Global Science and Technology Week 2001
  • Issues in Global Education

    • Put out by the American Forum for Global Education, this special issue in honor of GSTW highlights the role of technology in the classroom for ALL curriculum -- especially the power of the Internet in helping students learn math and reading.  Filled with web-based classroom activities, this teacher and student resource guide will be distributed to high-school educators nationwide.
  • USDA’s Agriculture in the Classroom Notes…. Special Edition

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    Both printed and electronic versions of the Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) Notes" Newsletter will distributed to K-12 teachers around the Nation. Featured articles include Science Knows No Boundaries; Boundless Science – Bountiful Agriculture;  Heroes in Ag Science - Dr. Norman Borlaug;  Foreign Agricultural Service and AITC Join Forces;  Farm Facts Plant Many Skills; and,  Minnesota Asks Kids: Where in the World? 
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  • NASA Electronic Linkage Campaign and Associated Activities 

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      In recognition of Global Science and Technology Week (GSTW), NASA has coordinated an electronic linkage campaign designed to provide the public with multiple opportunities and methods to explore specific NASA science ventures that have been in the news.

      Using the Internet, visitors are able to learn more about NASA hot topics, uncover some treasures of NASA's history related to the Moon, read electronic news stories on current NASA mission events, view the NASA TV education video schedule and watch the videos over the web, and, finally, subscribe to an array of NASA public and education news and announcement services.
       
       

  • USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Science Knows No Boundaries Web Site for Kids 

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      USDA's Agricultural Research Service developed the web site in recognition of "Global Science and Technology Week" (GSTW), May 6-12. The "Science Knows No Boundaries" web site is designed for children about 8 to 13 years old, but has links to more advanced material. 

      The site highlights work by USDA scientists who search overseas for natural controls to weed and insect pests, as alternatives to pesticides. To get their jobs done, some scientists rode elephants, coped with leeches, and watched out for tigers and rhinos, all the while meeting and working closely with people from vastly different cultures. 
       

  • National Science Foundation Global Science and Technology Week Web Site

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      Features Highlights of Selected International Research and Education Activities

      The National Science Foundation is proud to participate in Global Science and Technology Week (GSTW). GSTW celebrates the expanding opportunity for the world's best scientific minds to transcend national boundaries and collaborate on new discoveries and shared global problems. Research and education in science and engineering benefit immensely from international cooperation. The selected NSF-supported research and education activities highlight both the international nature of science and engineering and the importance of math and science education in today's era of globalization.
       
       

  • The MarcoPolo Partnership 

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      MarcoPolo offers a wealth of resources to help students explore the world of global science.  This sampling of standards-based lessons illustrates how scientists around the world are addressing issues such as biodiversity, environmental degradation, poverty, disease, and sustainable energy production.
  • The Tech Museum Awards – Technology Benefiting Humanity

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      The Tech Museum of Innovation  is announcing a new awards program that will draw global attention to individuals, companies, and organizations using technology to transform the way we live. In keeping with The Tech's mission, the awards will show the profound impact technological innovation can have when applied creatively to solve significant challenges. 

      The Tech and its partners are seeking nominations by anyone who can identify a worthy candidate, including self-nominations. Nominations can be submitted online  or sent by mail or fax. Eligible nominees will be contacted and invited to submit an Application for the Awards.


     
  • National Council of Teachers of Mathematics  (NCTM)

    • Helpful Tools for Teaching Math…
     
    • Figure This! Mathematics Challenges for Families

      • Figure This! Mathematics Challenges for Families provides interesting math challenges for middle-school students to do at home with their families. Each “challenge” includes a description of the important math involved, a note on where the math is used in the real world, a hint to get started and complete solutions!
       
    • ILLUMINATIONS: The NCTM Illuminations Web site provides Internet resources that will help improve the teaching and learning of mathematics for all students.  Among its many offerings, “Illuminations” provides standards-based resources for classroom use.

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Other Helpful Math and Science Education Links
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