NSTA - National Science Teachers Association

Exploring the Science Framework By: Robert Mayes and Thomas R. Koballa Jr. The Science Teacher, Dec 12 Average User Rating: This article discusses what it means for students to be mathematically proficient in the context of science and makes connections in math with the Common Core State Standards. This article discusses what it means for students to be mathematically proficient in the context of science and makes connections in math with the Common Core State Standards. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: High School

Career of the Month: Forensic Anthropologist By: Luba Vangelova The Science Teacher, Dec 12 Average User Rating: This column shares interviews with professionals using science in the workplace. This month’s issue discusses the work of a forensic anthropologist. This column shares interviews with professionals using science in the workplace. This month’s issue discusses the work of a forensic anthropologist. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: $0.99 Grade Level: High School

A Journal Club Workshop That Teaches Undergraduates a Systematic Method for Reading, Interpreting, and Presenting Primary Literature By: Katherine Robertson Journal of College Science Teaching , Jul 12 Average User Rating: This article describes a journal club mini-workshop in which students learn a systematic method for reading primary literature. Students who have been taught this method are better able to interpret, critique, and present primary articles in a journal...  [view full summary] This article describes a journal club mini-workshop in which students learn a systematic method for reading primary literature. Students who have been taught this method are better able to interpret, critique, and present primary articles in a journal club and express increased confidence in their abilities to understand primary literature across the curriculum. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: $0.99 Grade Level: College

Science Shorts: Building Bridges By: Barbara Adams Science and Children, Jul 06 Average User Rating: London Bridge is falling down, falling down...Can you finish the song? Although there are various stories that suggest the meaning of this famous nursery rhyme, the London Bridge, which spans the River Thames, did indeed "fall down" several times throughout...  [view full summary] London Bridge is falling down, falling down...Can you finish the song? Although there are various stories that suggest the meaning of this famous nursery rhyme, the London Bridge, which spans the River Thames, did indeed "fall down" several times throughout history. This month's Science Shorts explores what makes bridges stay up. A corresponding activity is included. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: $0.99 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

The New Teacher's Toolbox: Defining Your Homework Stance (Part 1) By: Michael Romano The Science Teacher, Dec 12 Average User Rating: This column shares tips for teachers just beginning their career. This month’s issue discusses different approaches to homework. This column shares tips for teachers just beginning their career. This month’s issue discusses different approaches to homework. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: $0.99 Grade Level: High School

Case Study: Using A Case Study Article on Earwax to Enhance Understanding and Interest in Genetics By: Doug Van Hoewyk Journal of College Science Teaching , Jul 12 Average User Rating: This column provides original articles on innovations in case study teaching, assessment of the method, as well as case studies with teaching notes. In this month’s issue the case study article explains that humans either have wet or dry earwax and highlights...  [view full summary] This column provides original articles on innovations in case study teaching, assessment of the method, as well as case studies with teaching notes. In this month’s issue the case study article explains that humans either have wet or dry earwax and highlights that the gene that determines the type an individual has been recently identified. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: $0.99 Grade Level: College

Research and Teaching: Graduate Teaching Assistant Training That Fosters Student-Centered Instruction and Professional Development By: Thomas C. Pentecost, Laurie S. Langdon, Margaret Asirvatham, Hannah Robus, and Robert Parson Journal of College Science Teaching , Jul 12 Average User Rating: This article discusses the effect of a new graduate teaching assistant training program on the TA's ability to lead student-centered recitations and on their professional development. This article discusses the effect of a new graduate teaching assistant training program on the TA's ability to lead student-centered recitations and on their professional development. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: $0.99 Grade Level: College

The Green Room: Tar Sands and the Keystone XL Oil Pipeline By: Amanda Beckrich The Science Teacher, Dec 12 Average User Rating: This column focuses on making your teaching more environmentally friendly. This month’s issue describes tar sands and the controversy surrounding them. This column focuses on making your teaching more environmentally friendly. This month’s issue describes tar sands and the controversy surrounding them. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: $0.99 Grade Level: High School

Science 2.0: Simulations in the Classroom By: Eric Brunsell and Martin Horejsi The Science Teacher, Dec 12 Average User Rating: This column shares web tools that support learning. This month’s issue discusses how using simulation software can help students deepen their understanding of science concepts. This column shares web tools that support learning. This month’s issue discusses how using simulation software can help students deepen their understanding of science concepts. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: $0.99 Grade Level: High School

Editor's Note: Focus on the New Standards By: Linda Froschauer Science and Children, Jan 13 Average User Rating: Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue. Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue. [hide full abstract] Member Price: Free Nonmember Price: Free Grade Level: Elementary School