Math & Science
Parents, educators, and the business community acutely understand the importance of improving the achievement of U.S. students in mathematics and science. The documentaries in this group detail new and innovative ways math and classroom are being taught in the classroom.
Edutopia videos on this DVD:
About the George Lucas Educational Foundation: An Overview
An introduction to The George Lucas Educational Foundation, its mission, and its projects. More to this story.
Academics Meets Architecture: Applying Math Skills to a Real-World Problem
Students in Eeva Reeder's geometry class design schools for 2050, with guidance from two Seattle architects. More to this story.
Collaborating to Compete: Teens Come Together to Put Robots Together
Participation on their high school robotics team provides Colorado students with valuable lessons in applied mathematics and engineering -- and in the importance of teamwork. More to this story.
Hula to High Tech: Hawaiian Students Re-Create History
A Honolulu school uses technology to illuminate an ancient heritage. More to this story.
Journey North: Children Practice Real Science by Monitoring Monarchs
Thousands of students track migration patterns of butterflies and other species as part of this online project. More to this story.
The JASON Project: Kids Become Virtual Adventurers
In person or via satellite, students engage in project-based learning through the exploits of Titanic explorer Robert Ballard. The project's free, online curriculum Operation: Monster Storms won the 2008 CODiE Award for Best Online Instructional Solution. More to this story.
The Magic of Math: Continuing Education Adds Up
Despite large class sizes and economic challenges that plague many Oregon schools, Fullerton IV Elementary School has improved test scores dramatically by focusing on teacher training and support, including a math coach and summer workshops. More to this story.
Toad Tracking: Science and More Through NatureMapping
Through their work in a nationwide project, fourth-grade students hone their reading, writing, and math skills while making meaningful contributions to science. More to this story.
Wetland Watchers: Kids Care for Their Environment
Through this nationally recognized service-learning project in Louisiana, students have become stewards of the area's fragile wetlands. More to this story.
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