The Chernobyl Disaster (1986): Teaching Students About The Future of Energy
Introduction to The Chernobyl Disaster The Chernobyl Disaster of April 25th, 1986, in Pripyat, Northern Ukraine, marked a tragic turning point in the promise of nuclear power at the birth of the atomic age. Initially seen as a means for humanity to harness vast quantities of clean energy at a reasonable price, the events that […]
The Pale Blue Dot: Inspiring Students To Think Differently About Our Planet
Introduction: Science in my classroom is about providing students with the tools necessary to decode and appreciate the world around them. The Pale Blue Dot Image: The most unassuming way to achieve this is to introduce them to the revered, The Pale Blue Dot. This image doesn’t seem like much, does it? You may be […]