Activities enhance student knowledge of the micro-world and student skill in the use of microscopes. Each vista contains numerous assessment strategies including pre-assessment, embedded assessment, demonstration assessments, concept mapping, performance assessments, and student self assessment. The acquisition of scientific data from instruments and computing technology on offshore drilling project ships is described and modeled. Topics include motion, waves, energy transformations, properties of matter, changes in matter, and solution chemistry. Specific attention is given to laboratory investigations of the natural world, the use of scientific methods, and the use of critical thinking and scientific problem solving to make informed decisions.
Special emphasis is placed on real-world applications of knowledge and skills.
This institute is scheduled for development and will be available 2002-2003. Physics This institute is scheduled for development and will be available 2002-2003.