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MCC-Science on a Sphere: Are UFO’s Real?

On December 17, 2019, Posted by , With Comments Off on MCC-Science on a Sphere: Are UFO’s Real?

Explore the significant evidence that has been collected over the last 70 years. We will examine local reports of UFO’s as well.  Taught by David Pares Fee: $29.00 Hours: 3.00 CEUs: 0.30   About Science on a Sphere: In the fall of 2019, MCC debuted the permanent exhibit Science On…

MCC-Science on a Sphere: Climate Change

On December 17, 2019, Posted by , With Comments Off on MCC-Science on a Sphere: Climate Change

Earth is a fragile and complex system. Learn how the Earth has changed due to temperature change and the domino effect that has resulted. Witness how Earth’s system has been altered through the atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere. Instructor Leon Micek Fee: $29.00 Hours: 2.00 CEUs: 0.20 About Science on a…

MCC-Science on a Sphere: Climate Change (ages 5-12)

On December 17, 2019, Posted by , With Comments Off on MCC-Science on a Sphere: Climate Change (ages 5-12)

Earth is a fragile and complex system. Learn how the Earth has changed due to temperature change and the domino effect that has resulted. Witness how Earth’s system has been altered through the atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere. This is a child/parent class, only the child needs to register. (ages 5-12)….

American Society of Civil Engineers Annual Truss Bustin’ Competition

On December 3, 2019, Posted by , With Comments Off on American Society of Civil Engineers Annual Truss Bustin’ Competition

The Nebraska Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers will host its annual Truss Bustin’ competition at the Peter Kiewit Institute in Omaha on Saturday, February 22nd. The competition is intended to educate students on the engineering design process, and provide a hands-on approach to learning the basics of…

MCC-Science on a Sphere: How to Make a Weather Forecast

On December 30, 2019, Posted by , With Comments Off on MCC-Science on a Sphere: How to Make a Weather Forecast

Discover the basics of how to make a weather forecast. Learn all the various parts that forecasters use to make the daily forecast. You will make a forecast at the end of the session. Instructor David Pares Fee: $29.00 Hours: 2.00 CEUs: 0.20 In the fall of 2019, MCC debuted…

MCC-Science on a Sphere: The Bermuda Triangle

On December 30, 2019, Posted by , With Comments Off on MCC-Science on a Sphere: The Bermuda Triangle

We’ll cover and answer questions of what is going on in this area of the world. We will review some famous cases, such as, Flight 19, Bruce Gernon and other intriguing ones. Instructor David Pares Fee: $29.00 Hours: 3.00 CEUs: 0.30 In the fall of 2019, MCC debuted the permanent…

Math in Nature Educator Workshop

On January 17, 2020, Posted by , With Comments Off on Math in Nature Educator Workshop

Flyer Nature Math Fremont Jan 18 2020 In the natural world, mathematics exists all around us. This workshop will explore nature as a tool to teach math concepts such as symmetry, patterns, counting, observations, and the Fibonacci sequence.   To register: Please email jamie.bachmann@nebraska.gov with your full name, grades you…

Math and Medicine

On January 21, 2020, Posted by , With Comments Off on Math and Medicine

Have you wondered the math behind the logarithimic growth rate of bacteria? Join us for this very interactive hands-on event with activities connecting math principles to healthcare concepts. Tour the state of the art Interprofessional Learning Center. This event is for Educators, Administrators and Pre-Service Teachers Registration Fee $5 Enter…

MCC-Science on a Sphere: Tour the Solar System

On December 30, 2019, Posted by , With Comments Off on MCC-Science on a Sphere: Tour the Solar System

Take a tour of the Solar System with fifteen stops around the planets and moons that rotate around our sun. Learn how the Sun is the center of the Earth and why Venus, not Mercury, is the hottest planet in our Solar System. Discover which planets have the greatest chance…

MCC-Science on a Sphere: Tour the Solar System (ages 5-12)

On December 30, 2019, Posted by , With Comments Off on MCC-Science on a Sphere: Tour the Solar System (ages 5-12)

Take a tour of the Solar System with fifteen stops around the planets and moons that rotate around our sun. Learn how the Sun is the center of the Earth and why Venus, not Mercury, is the hottest planet in our Solar System. Discover which planets have the greatest chance…