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The Electromagnetic Spectrum: Using Light and Color to Search for Astronomical Origins
Using telescopes in space and on the ground for innovative research, NASA’s Astronomical Search for Origins program explores the universe at a variety of wavelengths. To help communicate the results of the Origins program in a manner that is direct...
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At the end of their oceanography unit, fourth-grade students are challenged to create an imaginary creature that is well adapted to live in an ocean environment. They present their new species at a "marine biology convention" and demonstrate their un...
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Project SunSHINE: A Student-Based Research Program
This successful middle school program has students use technology to conduct their own weather investigations. Students design a research question focusing on ultraviolet levels, then collect data on local weather conditions....
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The phrase "Life is change" is meant to convey to high school students that a key characteristic of living organisms is continual change. A community photography project captures the essence of biology and fosters collaboration between high school an...
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If Stones Could Talk...Epitaphs feed data for a unique after-school club
Students learn science and mathematics through inquiry-based investigations using technology and the unique history of a local cemetery. This project helped students learn how to combine the learning of science and technology with important issues an...
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In this edition of the Editor’s Note, outgoing editor Joan McShane bids farewell to readers and ushers in a new era for NSTA. She reflects on the past 10 years and recounts technology being the most dramatic change in our classrooms and lives. Sh...
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Careers in Science: An interview with firefighter Denise Dierich
From biochemistry and teaching, to firefighting and paramedics, Denise Dierich's love of learning constantly yields new challenges and rewards as she provides a vital service to the community. ...
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Teaching through Trade Books: Weather Watchers
In the past two months, students probably have heard weather-based sayings, such as “March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb” or “April showers bring May flowers.” Throughout the ages, people have developed these and other sayings...
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The authors share their experiences with free test items from National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) tests. These questions provide an excellent format for teachers to create new questions or modify existing questions to meet specific cla...