Project Author: Dave Durrant (edquest@telusplanet.net)

Project Title: 2001 MKISS Science Competition

Project Begin & End Dates: 2/20/01 to 3/23/01

Project Summary:
Competition categories include: 4-6, Middle/High School. There will be 3 rounds and you can participate in any or all, with the same class or a different class at any point. This project is open to schools anywhere in the world, but note, that it is only in English.
http://mkiss.star64.com/2learn
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Project Details
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Project Level: Basic

Curriculum Area: Information Technology, Science, Technology

Technologies Used: Email, Web Based Discussion Forum

Project Sponsor: Telus 2Learn Telecollaborative Project

Full Project Description:
Formulate, or try to answer questions in Science, based on interests or curriculum.  Those who excell in both areas will be honored with the MKISS 2001 Einstein Award - as the Most Knowledgeable Internet Science School.  This is a telecolaborative project, which integrates Technology and Science.

Objectives:
To collaborate with students around the world.
To integrate technology outcomes in Science.
To improve Science Inquiry Skills, questioning and problem-solving skills.
To teach students how to locate information using approved Search techniques and Search Engines.
To facilitate the exchange of information by using email and a discussion forum.
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Project Registration Information
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Project Email Address: edquest@telusplanet.net

Registration Acceptance Dates: 2/08/01 to 2/19/01

Number of Classrooms: 15

Age Range: 10 to 19 years

Target Audience: Anyone

Project URL: http://mkiss.star64.com/2learn

Registration Instructions:
All information about Registration is available on the MKISS 2001 Competition Site
http://mkiss.star64.com/2learn
Just complete the registration form to become one of the competitors.
Competitions will be separated into Upper Elementary - Grades 4-6 (if enough schools register) and Middle School (Grades 6-9)

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Project Contact Information
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Dave Durrant - mailto:edquest@telusplanet.net
Project Leader -  Our Lady of Peace
http://neptune.spaceports.com/~science/mainhomepage.html
Calgary, Alberta,US