Press Releases

Vernier’s Summer Workshops Offer Science and Math Educators Hands-On Training in Data-Collection Technology

Beaverton, OR – March 22, 2006 – Starting in June, Vernier Software & Technology will offer science and math educators extensive training in data-collection technology at 24 locations throughout the United States. Educators can find more information at www.vernier.com/workshop and sign up to be notified by e-mail when registration opens for specific workshops.

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Vernier and NSTA Announce Winners of 2006 Technology Award

Beaverton, OR – March 22, 2006 – Vernier Software & Technology announces the six winners of the 2006 Vernier/National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) Technology Award. Ranging from elementary school to college, these six educators were judged by a panel of experts, appointed by NSTA, to be the best in their respective categories.

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Vernier’s New ‘Easy Math Deluxe Package’ Makes Real-World Data Collection Easier for Math Teachers

BEAVERTON, Oregon, February 22, 2006 –Vernier Software & Technology introduces a new Easy Math Deluxe Package, a data-collection kit for the math classroom featuring the EasyTemp temperature probe, the EasyLink sensor interface, and the Texas Instruments Calculator-Based Ranger™ 2. The new Easy Math Deluxe Package allows students to study mathematical relationships in real-world phenomena as recommended by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics.

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New Kit for Handheld Digital Microscope Brings Versatility to Laboratory Investigations and Analysis

Beaverton, OR – February 15, 2006 – Students studying high school biology or middle school life sciences have a new tool for taking a close-up look at lab specimens. Exclusively from Vernier, the Biology ProScope Kit includes a USB handheld digital microscope called the ProScopeTM, plus lenses, adapters and a mounting stand.

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The New ‘Vernier Spectrometer, Powered by Ocean Optics’ Melds Accuracy and Affordability for Classroom/Academic Labs

Beaverton, OR – February X, 2006 – Vernier Software & Technology now offers chemistry and physics teachers a spectrometer powered by the technological power and accuracy of renowned photonics technology firm Ocean Optics™. Portable, powerful and precise, the fully functioning visible light spectrometer connects directly to computers with a standard USB cable and gives precise measurements instantly over a range of 380–950 nm.

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Physics Classes Gain Improved Efficacy and Creativity with New Wireless Dynamics Sensor System

BEAVERTON, Oregon, January 23, 2006 – Vernier Software & Technology introduces a new five-in-one dynamics sensor system that enables high school and college physics classes to measure acceleration, force, and altitude and then send the data to computers wirelessly.

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Spring Training is Not Just for Baseball

BEAVERTON, Oregon, December 1, 2005 – Starting in February, science and math educators across the country can once again take Vernier Software & Technology’s free hands-on workshops in data-collection technology. Educators may register online or sign up to be notified about specific workshops by e-mail. Registration is available at http://www.vernier.com/workshop/evaluation.html.

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Vernier Marks 25th Anniversary by Celebrating Teachers’ Use of Technology in Science

Beaverton, OR – December, 2005 – In celebration of its 25th anniversary in 2006, Vernier Software & Technology is inviting teachers to share memories about the ways in which the company’s data-collection technology has influenced their instruction and enhanced students’ learning. If their story is selected for publication, teachers will receive a $300 Vernier gift certificate and a box of gifts, including a 25th anniversary T-shirt and mug.

Teachers can enter their stories online at http://www.vernier.com/celebration

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New ‘Logger Pro 3.4′ Software Makes It Easier to Teach Science to English-Language Learners

Beaverton, OR – December 1, 2005 – Vernier Software & Technology’s new version of the award-winning Logger Pro 3 data-collection program removes language barriers to educators teaching science to English-language learners. By presenting software functions in four foreign languages, Logger Pro 3.4 enables ELL students to fully participate in lab activities and learn science in their native language.

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‘Logger Pro 3.4′ Data-Collection Software Expands Video Capability for Science and Math

Beaverton, OR – September 2, 2005 –Vernier Software & Technology has updated its award-winning Logger Pro 3 data-collection program to include expanded capabilities focused on video analysis, mathematical modeling of data, and more.

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