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March/April 2023
Volume 46, Number 4
Earth and Human Activity
This issue of Science Scope includes articles that address the impact of humans on the Earth, overconsumption of natural resources, and how natural events—such as volcanoes—shape the decisions of local people. I encourage you to consider applying the lens of the 8th billionth person to the articles. What role does our population play in the consumption of natural resources? What role should society play in addressing the consequences of the human population? How do we ensure access to clean water, healthy food, and quality healthcare for all humans?
Using technology to transform lessons into meaningful learning experiences means focusing on learning goals rather than the technology tool. Step outs...
By nature, adolescents often desire to make a difference in the world, but aren’t always afforded the opportunity. Provide students with actionable ...
Tried and True Teaching Ideas addresses classic demonstrations and experiments that have been proven to work time and time again in your classroom. We...
The road to classroom implementation of the Next Generation Science Standards can be fraught with challenges. The articles found in this issue of Scie...
Biological evolution is a concept students must understand to achieve science literacy. Learn how you can strengthen students’ understanding of this...
A performance task is an excellent assessment vehicle because it allows students to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding, and proficiency throug...
The crosscutting concept of Stability and Change helps students understand dynamic systems such as the Earth’s climate. Explore how large systems ar...
Not everyone lives in close proximity to an ocean, but everyone on the planet is affected by these massive bodies of water. Learn how changes in our o...