On-the-go learning

Article Abstract:

Concord Consortium, a MA-based, nonprofit-making R&D organization, is furthering its goal of applying technology to science education by developing a new format for lessons that combines innovative technology, such as handheld computers, and out-of-classroom activities.

Methods, Usage, Hand-held computers, Handheld computers, Sciences education, Science education, Concord Consortium

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The Hoover Dam

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The Hoover Dam irrigates more than a million acres of land in the US and a half-million in Mexico. The dam was completed in 1935 two years ahead of schedule. It connects Nevada and Arizona while crossing the Colorado River, and is also known as the Boulder Dam.

Reports, Appreciation, Dams, Hoover Dam, Arizona and Nevada

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Deep space traveler

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Deep Space 1 (DS1) rockets are evaluating different technologies including the space vehicle's solar-electric or ion propulsion and an autonomous navigation system. One of DS1's missions is to decide for itself on what to do upon encountering an asteroid.

Analysis, Cover Story, Technology application, United States. National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Spacecraft, Space vehicles, Space probes

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