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Davidoff, Martin R. – 1978
The function, design, and ground station requirements of the AMSAT-OSCAR non-commercial space satellite system are described, and various experiments designed for direct student participation in space communications are provided in this text primarily written for the science educator. Six chapters include: (1) an introduction to general satellite…
Descriptors: Communications Satellites, Higher Education, Radio, Science Activities
Rankins, William H., III; Wilson, David A. – 1978
This publication describes in detail projects for using solar energy; five major projects and five mini-projects. The major projects are: (1) Parabolic reflectors, both cylindrical and spherical; (2) Solar oven; (3) Hot water heater; (4) House heating; and (5) Conversion to electricity. Mini-projects investigate: (1) Solar computers; (2) Fresnel…
Descriptors: Energy, Energy Conservation, Environmental Education, Heating
Bochinski, Julianne Blair – 1996
Science fairs have become an important key to gathering valuable science experience while pursuing independent projects. This book serves as a guide to every aspect of science fairs and science fair projects. It provides information on finding suitable topics, researching them properly, developing experiments, and giving meaning to data results.…
Descriptors: Demonstrations (Science), Elementary Secondary Education, Exhibits, Research Projects
Ferguson, Thomas A.; Repass, Susan O. – 1975
This paper outlines a project for developing a comprehensive volume devoted to concrete teaching ideas, resources, strategies, and activities relating to science education for elementary school students and teachers. An extensive bibliography of existing references on science activities and resources is included. (SL)
Descriptors: Activities, Bibliographies, Educational Resources, Elementary Education
Whitney, Helen, Comp. – 1975
Fourth in the series "101 Environmental Education Activities" by the Upper Mississippi River ECO-Center, the booklet contains 39 environment-based science activities directed to students in primary, intermediate, and junior high classes. Organization of the activities usually includes grade level, objectives, procedures, and materials,…
Descriptors: Climate, Conservation (Environment), Curriculum Enrichment, Curriculum Guides