by Darlene Cavalier | May 17, 2011 | Science Education
WASHINGTON – The National Academy of Engineering (NAE) congratulates 14 students for graduating as NAE Grand Challenges Scholars in 2011. The students will receive diplomas this month from Duke University, Louisiana Tech University, and Olin College of Engineering....
by Darlene Cavalier | Nov 16, 2009 | Blog, Citizen Science, In the News
Paw Talk, “the online community for pets and pet owners” picked up the SciCheer post featuring Yale’s mascot (Handsome Dan) during his science lesson. And, not quite mainstream, but the National Academy of Engineering Tweeted a note about this post,...
by Darlene Cavalier | Sep 22, 2009 | Blog, Science Education
One week ago today, the National Academy of Engineering and National Research Council held a public briefing and symposium to release the report “Engineering in K-12 Education: Understanding the Status and Improving the Prospects.” The report assesses the value of...
by Darlene Cavalier | Jul 30, 2009 | Citizen Science, Computer & Technology Projects, Physics Projects, Projects & Activities, Science Education
Designing housing that is affordable for city dwellers is challenging enough, even without considering green building standards. However, the National Engineer’s Week Foundation is asking junior high school kids to design energy-efficient urban environments in...
by Darlene Cavalier | Jul 8, 2009 | Blog, Science Education, Science Policy, Sticky
It’s not an uncommon question, particularly after a speaking engagement when folks learn this site isn’t underwritten by a secret society of cheerleaders-turned-science advocates or sponsored by Final Net etc. The contributors and I do this because 1) we...