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Applications Now Open for the 2020 Vernier Engineering ContestBEAVERTON, Ore., Oct. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Vernier Software & Technology is now accepting applications for its 2020 Engineering Contest, which recognizes the innovative use of Vernier technology to introduce engineering concepts or practices to students. Middle school, high school, and college educators are encouraged to apply for the chance to win a prize valued at $5,500. "The Vernier Engineering Contest has highlighted so many creative uses of data-collection technology throughout the years," said John Wheeler, CEO of Vernier Software & Technology. "We've seen students create a variety of projects ranging from a next-gen egg drop investigation using the Vernier Force Sensor to a child safety device using a Vernier Temperature Probe, LEGO® EV3, and Arduino™ hardware. We look forward to seeing even more innovation this year and awarding another educator with cash and technology prizes for their best practices that both inspire and engage students in the STEM classroom." Applications for the Vernier Engineering Contest are due by February 15, 2020, and the winner will be announced on the Vernier website and Facebook page in March. To enter, educators must complete an online application and produce a video showcasing the investigation conducted with students, the Vernier technology used, and the engineering concepts addressed. The Vernier sensors may be used in conjunction with any Vernier software titles or other programming and robotics systems such as Arduino Applications will be judged by a panel of Vernier experts based on innovation, the engineering concepts being taught, and the ease by which other educators can use the project in their classroom. One winner will receive $1,000 in cash, $3,000 in Vernier technology, and $1,500 toward expenses to attend the 2020 National Science Teachers' Association (NSTA) STEM conference or the 2020 American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) conference. For complete information on the 2020 Vernier Engineering Contest and to submit an application, visit https://www.vernier.com/grants/engineering/. About Vernier Software & Technology
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