Math Projects
Genetics MiniUnit
Explore the diversity of the human species. Compare and contrast similarities/differences among both human and plant species. An opportunity for students from different parts of the world to recognize their similarities while appreciating their differences. Share on-line data. 
Watts Up Energy Conservation Project
Grades 4-8
DATES
November 15, 1999 - December 15, 1999 

PROJECT OBJECTIVES
By the end of this mini-project, you will be able to: 

     Read an electric meter, record readings accurately, and determine the cost of electricity over time 
     Input the gathered data into a spreadsheet 
     Create graphs from this data to help visualize or recognize trends 
     Use knowledge gained from data analysis to create an energy conservation plan 
     Carry out an energy conservation plan 
     Analyze results of an energy conservation plan 
     Report the findings of your energy conservation plan 
Sunergy for the New Millennium
Grade 7 
DATES
March 20 - May 8, 2000 

PROJECT OBJECTIVES
Students will be able to determine the relationship between latitude and the amount of solar energy absorbed. 
Students will be able to calculate the number of calories produced by observing the change in water temperature over time. 
Students will be able to determine if there is any relationship between elevation and the amount of solar energy produced. 
Students will be able to distinguish the different methods of heat transfer. 
Space Flight
Grades 3 - 12 
PROJECT DATES
February 28 - April 7, 2000 
PROJECT OBJECTIVES

     Students will construct an oaktag model of the US Space Shuttle. 
     Students will conduct a series of test flights, recording distances flown, with variations of thrust and weight. 
     Students will research the topics of flight, space shuttle, astro/aerodynamics, utilizing library and online 
     resources. 
     Students will analyze data and submit findings via e-mail. 
     Students' research will be posted to the membership. 
     Students will have the opportunity to interact with other member classes via e-mail (all addresses will be posted). 
Thrills and Chills Without the Spills
(Grades 6 - 8)
DATES
December 15, 1999 - April 17, 2000 
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
This Web-based project is intended to be an interdisciplinary exploration of how roller coasters work, using science, math, and language arts to bring the project to life. 
Children will apply the scientific process through construction of a specified roller coaster design, using any chosen material. They will analyze data from speed trials to determine the best construction material and track design. 
Afterwards, they will construct a roller coaster of their own design, and compete against other students for speed and safety. Competition results and scale drawings of roller coaster designs will be posted to the web site. 
Is Your School Under Construction?
Grades K - 8
If so, the fourth and fifth grade students at Gables School in Neptune, New Jersey, would like you to participate in our project. 
DATES
September 1999 - April 2000 
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
To utilize telecommunications to monitor the process of school building construction 
To compile, classify, and analyze data to do a comparative study of schools under new construction using graphing skills 
To keep a photo journal to monitor construction process experiences with Keypals 
To share results with participating schools interactively 
The Math Forum
Weekly/Monthly Math Challenges for levels 3-12.
Brain Teasers
Entertaining and  mentally challenging math problems for grades 3-?

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