Friday, January 16, 2015

Shakespeare experiences the real world application of modern scientific instruments.



Shakespeare loves being invited to the science classrooms. So much has changed since his glory days in the 16th century! The sixth grade scientists did not disappoint him. They took him on an adventure with some high tech scientific measurement tools as part of their physical science unit experimenting with waves. 


The class used PASCO probes with light sensors to measure the intensity of different light sources and of light bouncing off of objects in the room.  This was a great way to experience scientific principles in action! They gained an understanding of reflection, absorption, and transmission, the students use the light sensor probes in a variety of investigations. 

Students are continuing to use the light sensor probes in a variety of investigations in order to gain an understanding of reflection, absorption, and transmission of light!