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Scope on the Skies: International Year of Astronomy
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This year marks the 400th anniversary of when a telescope was used for astronomical observations, and 2009 has also been designated the International Year of Astronomy—a yearlong celebration of astronomy through various…
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Editor’s Roundtable: Health Literacy
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In his 2003 testimony, the Surgeon General called for combating the obesity epidemic in America by increasing health literacy among our citizens, and especially among the nation’s children. Schools must teach students…
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The Early Years: Developing Observation Skills
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We typically know children are learning when they are able to make sense of an object’s materials or a situation that was previously a bit mysterious and communicate what they have figured out. But what about observing…
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As teachers, we are given quite a list of duties to fulfill. It is tempting to take the easy way and plan your lessons for next week during your planning period. However, to be a truly dynamic teacher you must do more.…
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Science Sampler: What is relative humidity relative to anyway?
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When describing the amount of moisture present in the air, the term "relative humidity" is frequently not understood. In order to help students grasp the concept of relative humidity, it helps to ask the question, "…
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The Green Room: Fracking for Natural Gas
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This column focuses on making your teaching more environmentally friendly. This month’s issue discusses the environmental problems and economic benefits associated with using fracking to extract natural gas.
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Students clear up science misconceptions when they learn about the "fantastic four" ways in which force affects motion.
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Safer Science: Lab Safety—A Shared Responsibility
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This column provides best safety practices for the science classroom and laboratory. This month’s issue discusses responsibility for lab safety being in the hands of both the teacher preparatory institution and the…
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Scope on the Skies: Peeking at the planets
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This column focuses on astronomy throughout the year. In this month’s issue learn more about the exciting things happening in our solar system.
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This article covers the "Wind, Water, and Waves," a four-week science program at Seattle University. It is meaningful to help students learn how math and science tie in to exciting careers, the benefits of teamwork, and…
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That Is Not Where That Element Goes … Ah, the Nature of Science
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Learning how the periodic table has developed over time can provide an important foundation for students’ future science learning, as they begin to explore the explanatory power of other models in science. In this…
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Every Day Science Calendar: July 2007
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This monthly feature contains facts and challenges for the science explorer.
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Tried and True: Population 75 trillion: Cells, organelles, and their functions
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Students are often required just to memorize information about the cell, instead of conceptualizing the relationships that exist between structure and function. However, Marzano, Pickering, and Pollock (2002) have…
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The purpose of this photosynthesis unit is to stimulate students' interest in the process and concepts of science in fun and educational ways. Engaging young students in real, hands-on experiences with photosynthesis…
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Teaching Teachers: Science is About Not Knowing, but Trying to Find Out
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This article is about an experience that took place in an elementary science methods course at Hofstra University. It carries an important message about what science is, and how science might be treated by teachers.
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