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

Knowledge Box Development sponsored by American Association of Drilling Engineers in conjunction with the Offshore Energy Center.

Knowledge Box Objectives:

The Knowledge Box enables students to:
Describe the origin of oil and natural gas
Discuss the importance of petroleum in our lives
Evaluate the economic and environmental impact/issues of fossil fuels
Understand the economic significance of the petroleum industry
List everyday objects made from petroleum

Workshops Schedule:

Saturday, January 12, 2008

Saturday, February 16, 2008

Saturday, March 29, 2008

Saturday, April 12, 2008

Saturday, May 3, 2008

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

For more information, contact:
Offshore Energy Center
Doris Tomas, Education Director
200 N. Dairy Ashford, Suite 6220
Houston, TX 77079
281-544-2435
oeceducation@aol.com