This is posted as an example (not necessarily in content, but in approach, #0f words, using links, etc).
Noon Day Project (This would actually be your Posting Title)
The Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education (CIESE) sponsors an interactive project designed to have students measure the circumference of the earth using a method that was first used by Eratosthenes over 2000 years ago. Students at various sites around the world will measure shadows cast by a meter stick and compare their results. From this data students will be able to calculate the circumference of the earth. This is a wonderful example of creating virtual collaborative spaces for team work. The data collection is 'real world' and encourages students to collaborate with others. In fact, the project depends on data from others, thus creating a rich collaboration that could not have taken place without the use of technological tools.
I can remember how fascinated high school students were with the picture book titled "The Librarian Who Measured the Earth" -- and how interested they were in trying to do this. Having access to such a project is a great addition to the story.
Did anyone say if this worked?? When I think about how in different places, there are different times, which will lead to different shadows, I'm wondering how in the world this is effective? and everyone would have to do it at a certain time because shadows are different sizes depending on the hour!!
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