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Science and Technology in Local Challenges (K-4) * People continue inventing new ways of doing things, solving problems, and getting work done. New ideas and inventions often affect other people; sometimes the effects are good and sometimes they are bad. It is helpful to try to determine in advance how ideas and inventions will affect other people. * Science and technology have greatly improved food quality and quantity, transportation, health, sanitation, and communication. These benefits are not available to all the people of the world. (NSES, 1996)
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In the rectangle above, you will find the fundamental concepts and principles that underlie this standard. Below you will find a list of recommended "learning tools" for this standard. Just click the links within the descriptions. Numbers are for reference only. Use our "Tell a Friend" feature, at the bottom, to send this page to a friend!
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Spectacular web site called Making the Modern World comes to us from the Science Museum. This learning tool brings you powerful stories about science and invention from the eighteenth century to today. It explains the development and the global spread of modern industrial society and its effects on all our lives. The site expands upon the permanent landmark gallery at the Science Museum. |
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Students build different types of cars and find out the effect on mileage, safety, and pollution. This clever "learning tool" is called SEPUP's Car Comparison and was developed by the Lawrence Hall of Science. The have some really fun simulations that challenge students to think. |
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Power Up! is a “learning tool” brought to us by Science NetLinks. Students are provided with a specific monetary budget, which they can use to purchase power plants for their city. As students choose their types of power, they will learn how much power the plant provides, how much it costs, and the effect it could have on the environment. Just click the link under "Power Up!". |
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