National Nuclear Science Week
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Monday
25
Mo
[January]
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Tuesday
26
Tu
[January]
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Wednesday
27
We
[January]
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Thursday
28
Th
[January]
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Friday
29
Fr
[January]
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Topics and downloads for curriculum
Teachers: Do you need some resources for teaching nuclear science in your classroom?
These lesson plans will provide you with step-by-step ways to teach the fundamentals of nuclear science.
temp_file_Radioactive_Decay.doc
Radiation_Dose_and_Perception_of_Risk.docdosechart.pdf
CLOUD_CHAMBER.docFission_and_Critical_Mass.doc
Visit these sites to learn more:
Links
These sites have something in common: they will provide ideas, information, and suggestions for curriculum development for your classroom.
Energy Information Administration
This kid-friendly site explains energy through a variety of topics, including all about energy and its sources, how to use and save energy, the history of energy generation, and related games and activities.
http://tonto.eia.doe.gov/kids/
Nuclear Medicine
This site explains nuclear medicine and how it is used to check the body for health issues. PET scans, cardiovascular imaging, and bone scanning are examples of some of the topics students can learn about.
http://health.howstuffworks.com/nuclear-medicine.htm
The Alsos Digital Library for Nuclear Issues
This site provides a web-based source of information on a host of topics including nuclear science, the Manhattan Project, the Cold War, nuclear power, nuclear medicine, and nuclear waste. This library provides authoritative information that has been vetted through a National Advisory Board.
http://alsos.wlu.edu
Chemistry Overview
This site introduces and explains the various components of Nuclear Chemistry. There are pictures, problems and case studies for teachers to use in their classroom.
http://www.chemcases.com/nuclear/index.html
Nuclear Pathways Search Engine
Nuclear Pathways makes information on historic and current nuclear issues more accessible and comprehensible to the public, educators, and students from middle school through graduate programs.
http://nuclearpathways.org/
Nuclear Age Peace Foundation
The Nuclear Files is an effort to provide the average person access to important documents that often disappear from the public realm and seem to be accessible only to specialists. There is a timeline and information on a variety of nuclear topics.
http://nuclearfiles.org
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists
ASRT strives to foster the professional growth of radiologic technologists by expanding knowledge through education, research and analysis. The Career Center answers questions and gives advice for those interested in a job in the field.
https://www.asrt.org/content/CareerCenter/_careercenter.aspx
Health Physics Society
This site provides information and answers questions about radiation and radiation safety or protection
http://www.hps.org
Atomic Archive
This site explores the complex history surrounding the invention of the atomic bomb - a crucial turning point for all mankind.
http://atomicarchive.com
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Why is Nuclear Science Important?Nuclear science plays a vital role in the lives of Americans...and the world. Read More » |
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What is Nuclear Science Week?January 25-29, 2010, is the inaugural week designed to recognize the contributions of the nuclear science industry and those who work in it every day. Read More » |
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Suggested ActivitiesNeed some ideas to get you started in your activities to recognize National Nuclear Science Week in your school or workplace? Read More » |
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