August 15, 2016 | Atmospheric Chemistry By Amneris Solano Global warming explains the rising climate temperatures in the last century. Several gases in Earth’s atmosphere contribute to maintaining the warm temperatures on Earth’s surface....
August 15, 2016 | Sustainable Forestry: Exploring Biotech Trees for Forest Health and Bioenergy By Amneris Solano Heather Earp created an engaging curriculum unit for middle or high school students that explores forest biotechnology. She developed six lessons that focus on science,...
August 11, 2016 | Math Made SIMPLE as 1-2-3: Simplified Educational Approach to Algebra By Amneris Solano Have you ever gotten tired of trying to figure out how to simplify complex linear equations? Learning how to manipulate linear equations is the cornerstone...
August 11, 2016 | Cell Analogy Book: Using Analogies to Understand and Remember Organelle Function By Amneris Solano Students will evaluate the functions of cell organelles by creating a children’s book of analogies relating the role of each organelle to everyday objects. Students...
August 8, 2016 | Fracking in the Sandhills By Amneris Solano Hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” as it is more commonly called, is one of the major issues in environmental and political news today. Recently, the issue...
August 8, 2016 | Science Literacy, Inquiry and 21st Century Skills: Environmental Influences on Normal Cell Function & Cancer By Amneris Solano The purpose of this lesson is to engage prior learning of the student in what they know about cancer. Students will use a model system...