In this lesson, students build two circuits and explore how transistors function. When Bell Labs introduced the transistor in June of 1948, a spokesman proudly announced "This cylindrical object . . .
It's never too early to start talking with elders about quality-of-life and end-of-life issues. Having a thorough understanding of your elder's beliefs, values and wishes may ultimately help you make ...
Once you learn about your role as a caregiver, you will be better equipped to face the current and future needs of caring for the elder in your life. Two helpful publications are the following: ...
In this lesson, students search for transistor-based devices at school. They use the results of their search to explain the significance of the transistor in their lives. A transistor is a tiny device ...
Bell Laboratories, one of the world’s largest industrial laboratories and now part of Lucent Technologies, was originally the research and development arm of the giant telephone company American ...
Leaving home and giving up the car keys can be enormous challenges for elders. Many feel that having a house or driving a car defines their independence. "To drive or not to drive?" can also be a ...
Even when caregiving is borne out of love for the elder, the work can be relentless, grueling, and isolating. These debilitating side effects make it all the more important to take time to care for ...
The universe tells us its story mainly through light and other wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation. We learn about the planets, stars, and galaxies by their light—visible light, and also ...
To play the Waterloo Interactive Battle Simulator, you must first choose whether to play as Napoleon (French side) or as Wellington (Allied side). The computer will play as your opponent. The game is ...
Times: 2-3.30am, 4-5am, 6-6.30am, 8-9.15am, 11.45am-12.00pm, 2.45-3pm, 6-7.15pm, 7.45-8pm Mass and the worship of God formed the heart of a monk's life. Communal prayers averaged about five hours per ...
"There is no more lovely, friendly, and charming relationship, communion, or company than a good marriage." (Martin Luther) Martin Luther found peace when he married an ex-nun named Katharine von Bora ...
The resources offered here are designed to help you use the PBS "Napoleon" video series and companion Web site in secondary social studies, civics, religion, and language arts classes. "Napoleon" may ...