July 27, 2016 | Sensors, Sensors…..Everywhere! Middle School Meteorologist Create Weather Bots! By Amneris Solano During this unit students will be learning about sensors. Sensors are used to give computers/robots/electrical devices senses like a human. They will allow computer equipment...
July 27, 2016 | Saving Those Who Save Us: Exploring the use of sensors with data visualization By Amneris Solano Emergency rescue teams often experience a number of physiological stressors depending on the scenario they find themselves in. These stressors can take a variety of...
July 27, 2016 | Keeping Your Balance: Measuring Thermoregulation in Humans and Animals in Relation to Hypothermia and Hyperthermia By Amneris Solano This lesson will introduce students to thermoregulation and homeostasis in humans. Students will learn how homeostasis works to regulate body temperature and the difference between...
July 22, 2016 | Follow the Bouncing Ball: A Data-Driven Investigation of Complex Models through Basic Newtonian Mechanics By Amneris Solano Bouncing a ball is quite simple. You can let go of a ball and let the force of gravity pull it down or you can...
July 22, 2016 | Impacting the risk of falling: How do Accelerometers work? By Amneris Solano Injuries due to falling are an important health concern in the US. According to the National Institute of Health, falls are the most common accident...
July 22, 2016 | Analysis of Biodiesel in the Classroom By Amneris Solano The lessons in this module are designed to teach energy production to introductory biology students in the context of biodiesel production. The biodiesel link gives...