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Part of NASA's Learning Technologies Project, Athena engages students in observing phenomena using remotely sensed data to construct knowledge about the world. Data sets and instructional pieces are related to oceans, the atmosphere, Earth resources, and space/astronomy. Real-time data are used where possible. The material is intended for direct use by students with appropriate assistance from teachers. The goal of Athena is to enhance the K-12 science curriculum, and facilitate use of the powerful computational tools in classrooms networked to the Web. Materials include data sets with appropriate explanations, student activities, and teacher background information delivered to classrooms via the Internet. Athena makes scientific data accessible to students in an understandable form by involving educators in planning, writing, and piloting the material in classrooms. Project staff train teachers and provide support for 18 pilot sites in Seattle-area classrooms. Athena supports the pilot classes with onsite visits and e-mail, solicits feedback, and offers writing materials developed in light of the classroom experience.
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Subject: Geoscience:Geology, Atmospheric Science, Oceanography:Biological, Geoscience:Oceanography, Lunar and Planetary Science, Atmospheric Science:Climatology , Geoscience:Oceanography:Physical Resource Type: Datasets and Tools:Datasets with Teaching Activities, Activities:Lab Activity, Classroom Activity, Datasets and Tools:Datasets Inquiry Level: Step-By-Step Instruction Special Interest: Global/National Issue Grade Level: Middle (6-8), Intermediate (3-5), Primary (K-2), High School (9-12) Use: Illustrating concepts and ideas Ocean Environments: Surface Waters Theme: Teach the Earth:Incorporating Societal Issues:Climate Change, Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Oceanography, Planetary Science, Atmospheric Science
