Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Sun Savvy Students. |
| Authors: |
Hall-Jordan, Luke hall-jordan.luke@epa.gov |
| Source: |
Science & Children. Summer2008, Vol. 45 Issue 9, p32-35. 4p. |
| Subject Terms: |
*Educational programs, *Science teachers, *Science students, *Curriculum, Ozone layer, Ultraviolet radiation, Solar radiation |
| Geographic Terms: |
United States |
| Company/Entity: |
United States. Environmental Protection Agency |
| Abstract: |
The article focuses on SunWise program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Its objective is to educate science students and teachers regarding the stratospheric ozone layer, ultraviolet radiation and how to be safe while under the head of the Sun. It has website and activity kit which provide large number of resources that help teachers add some excitement to their solar science curriculum. SunWise website provides downloadable video clips highlighting aspects of the Sun's effects on health. It is stated that the tool kit is the center of the SunWise program which consists of more than 50 standards-based activities for elementary and middle school students. |
| Database: |
Education Research Complete |
