CHECK OUT THE ALL-NEW DISCOVER ENGINEERING

What is http://www.discoverengineering.org?

* It’s a fun, new website developed specifically for middle school students to learn more about engineering, technology, math, and science.

* It provides instant access to 3 “crazy cool” videos designed and produced for students in grades 6, 7, and 8. Clean water, wind turbines, and solar power are just a few of the topics and lessons addressed in a highly entertaining way. Videos are available on DVD for classroom or auditorium showings.

* Save planet Helios! PowerUp! is IBM’s new interactive game where players help save plant Helios from doom by harnessing wind energy and more. Launched during National Engineers Week 2008, viewers also learn how video games are made. PowerUp! is accessible from Discover Engineering.

* It’s a resource for educators and includes teaching aids and materials that correspond to each of the technologies and lessons in the videos.

* It’s a new opportunity and a cool tool for engineers to talk about the profession and inspire kids to consider engineering as a career option.

Check out Discover Engineering