Evaluating the Effectiveness of the 2000-2001 NASA "why?" Files Program

By: Nasa, National Aeronautics and Space Adm

NASA 'Why?' Files, a research and standards-based, Emmy-award winning series of 60-minute instructional programs for grades 3-5, introduces students to NASA; integrates mathematics, science, and technology by using Problem-Based Learning (PBL), scientific inquiry, and the scientific method; and motivates students to become critical thinkers and active problem solvers. All four 2000-2001 NASA 'Why?' Files programs include an instructional broadcast, a lesson guide, an interactive web site, plus numerous instructional resources. In March 2001, 1,000 randomly selected program registrants participated in a survey. Of these surveys, 185 (154 usable) met the established cut-off date. Respondents reported that (1) they used the four programs in the 2000-2001 NASA 'Why?' Files series; (2) series goals and objectives were met; (3) programs met national mathematics, science, and technology standards; (4) program content was developmentally appropriate for grade level; and (5) programs enhanced/enriched the teaching of mathematics, science, and technology.Pinelli, Thomas E. and Frank, Kari Lou and Ashcroft, Scott B. and Williams, Amy C.Langley Research CenterEDUCATION; SURVEYS; SCHOOLS; INSTRUCTORS; STUDENTS; TECHNOLOGIES; MATHEMATICS; SCIENCE

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1723832553
• ISBN13: 9781723832550
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"