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Finalists at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair Highlight Alternative Energy

June 2nd, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation

Students at this year’s Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, a program of the Society for Science & the Public, presented their research on renewable and alternative energy sources. Check out this video and see two finalists discuss their projects that focus on wind turbines and solar energy.

What Do Finalists at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair Enjoy Most?

June 1st, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation

In this video, finalists at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, a program of the Society for Science & the Public, discuss what they love about the event. Their favorite part: the international aspect of the competition and meeting students from all over the world.

Finalist Creates Augmented Reality System at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair

June 1st, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation

Lai “Dimitri” Xue, a contestant at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, which is a program of the Society for Science & the Public, took his inspiration from the movie “Iron Man” to create his own augmented reality system. Watch this video as Dimitri describes what he can do with his project, including moving 3D objects in his visionary field, and also as he details the potential real-world applications of his project, such as simulated surgery for training surgeons.

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Check Out Team Thailand at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2011

June 1st, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation


Watch this video, which highlights the Thailand Team that competed at this year’s Intel International Science and Engineering Fair, a program of the Society for Science & the Public. This video offers a glimpse of some of the fun things the finalists did while they were in Los Angeles. You’ll also get to see the Thai finalists who received awards!

Intel’s Education Leader to Watch!

June 1st, 2011 by InspiredbyEducation

Congratulations to Paige Johnson, worldwide manager of K-12 education for Intel Corporation, who was named one of EdNet’s Best for 2011 Leaders to Watch! This list recognizes business professionals who are making a significant impact in the education industry.

Paige is responsible for the Intel® Teach Program, a worldwide professional development initiative that helps educators integrate computer technology effectively and promote 21st century skills. This research-proven program has trained more than 9 million teachers in over 60 countries. Under her management, the curriculum remains on the leading edge of education needs and provides a series of innovative teacher productivity and thinking tools, free for educators at www.intel.com/education.