Knowledge Box:
The Knowledge Box is a free traveling classroom exhibit for students in grades 6-12 showcasing the oil and gas industry through interactive technology, hands-on activities, posters and multimedia presentations. Curriculum in the Knowledge Box is correlated to State and national Standards. After completing a Project E3 Workshop, teachers are eligible to reserve the Knowledge Box for a period up to 30 days for their classroom use.
What’s in the Knowledge Box? 
- 7 Posters with Student Activities
- 14 Videos/CDs/DVDs
- 9 Interactive Software Activities
- 5 Pamphlets/Newspapers
- 12 Publications
- 21 Activity/Resource Books
- 5 Stereoscopes
- 6 Posters for Ride the Carbon Cycle Activity
- Geology Demonstration Kit
- Geoblox Petroleum Game
- Drill Bit Models & Pig
- Rock Samples and Oil Sample
- Teacher Binder with Activity & Lab Guides
- Updated TEKS Correlations
The Knowledge Box enables students to:
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Describe the origin of oil and natural gas
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Discuss the importance of petroleum in our lives
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Evaluate the economic and environmental impact/issues of fossil fuels
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Understand the economic significance of the petroleum industry
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List everyday objects made from petroleum
Knowledge Box Development sponsored by American Association of Drilling Engineers in conjunction with the Offshore Energy Center.
Workshops Schedule: |
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Saturday, April 30, 2011 |
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Thursday, June 16, 2011
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Thursday, August 4, 2011 |
Workshop Registration Form
For more information, contact:
Offshore Energy Center
Doris Tomas, Education Director
200 N. Dairy Ashford, Suite 4119
Houston, TX 77079
281.544.2435
dtomas@oceanstaroec.com
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