Promoting Energy Literacy
An Integrated Math, Science, and Technology Institute
February 6, February 13, February 27, and March 20, 2008
Designed for Teachers Grades 4-12
Instructors
Dr. Susan Powers, Associate Dean of Engineering
Dr. Pragasen Pillay, Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering
Dr. Ian Suni, Professor, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
Dr. Raghunathan Rengasamy, Assoc Professor, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
Dr. Kenneth Visser, Assoc Prof, Depart. of Mechanical & Aeronautical Engineering
Jan DeWaters, Graduate Assistant, Civil & Env. Engineering
We are in the midst of an energy crisis. Energy fuels our daily way of life –either directly, (to power our vehicles and machinery and satisfy our home heating, cooking, and electric requirements), or indirectly. Educating children to make them more energy literate requires the integration STEM knowledge and application, coupled with social sciences and other humanistic considerations as well. Through hands-on activities and by incorporating a “systems approach,” students will be challenged to apply critical thinking skills tackle relevant energy problems. An annual Energy Science Fair will provide opportunities for teachers and students to communicate their scientific findings.
