@Concord - Spring 2010
Practice SPARKS Perfection in StudentsFormative assessments in electronics transform novices into experts.
Perspective: Are We There Yet?
Alan Kay’s Dynabook and Apple’s iPad each have something to teach us about educational technology adoption.
Modeling the Unknown is High Adventure Science
Three model-based units in earth and space sciences engage students in high adventure science.
Teaching and Learning Heat Transfer with Energy2D
A new simulation presents a compelling visualization of temperature distribution and heat flow, helping students to design energy-efficient houses.
Monday’s Lesson: Satellites in Orbit
Students consider the fate of the International Space Station while experimenting with orbits in two models.
Collaboratories for Genetics Learning
The Geniverse project exposes students to the techniques of modern genetics and helps develop an understanding of biology as a science.
Teaching Future Nanoscientists in Today’s Classrooms
Quantum mechanics rules the nanoscale world and its importance can't be overestimated. But its counterintuitive and sometimes downright spooky.
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News from the Concord Consortium in Spring 2010
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