Science Alberta Foundation has a number of programs designed specifically for all levels of the Alberta Science curriculum. Our hands-on minds-on programs engage students with innovative activities that tie science to the real world.
Wonderville.ca
Step inside the high-tech world of Wonderville.ca and meet colourful characters in engaging environments that stimulate learning through exciting online activities. Along with activities for students there is a teacher support site for lesson plans and ways to effectively integrate Wonderville.ca into your instructional plan.
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Crates
Our curriculum linked crates use highly visual and engaging activities to illustrate how science is used in everyday situations and help you bring science to life in your classroom. Science Alberta Foundation collaborates with teachers, students and science experts to ensure each crate accurately reflects real-life science and technology.
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Science Challenges
Wonderville.ca Science Challenges provide a unique model to connect both rural and urban classrooms over the internet with a design challenge. Students involved in the challenges solve practical and relevant engineering design problems using the knowledge they have gained from their class studies. The next Challenge is February 2010, and registration begins Spring, 2009. Read More >
Exhibits
Science Alberta Foundation exhibits present a new understanding of the science behind the everyday products and activities that people see, use and hear about. Each exhibit provides an opportunity to bring science to people in urban and rural areas, in places they spend time - in shopping malls, community centres and libraries. The intent is to surprise, intrigue and stimulate curiosity. Exhibits use experiential digital technology or captivating hands on activities to communicate with children, teachers, families, and community groups. Eye-catching designs will invite visitors to play and intriguing activities encourage discussion and further exploration of the science.
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