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This article describes an online climate change curriculum that incorporates dynamic computer models that enable students to visualize the complex interactions related to climate change science. Students learn how…
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Editor's Roundtable: You Can't Just "Wing It"
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Science Scope’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue.
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Editor's Corner: Dynamic Earth
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The Science Teacher’s editor shares thoughts on the current issue.
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NSTA's 2011–2012 president writes a message for science educators.
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In this case study, students grapple with the complex issues surrounding the use of DDT to control malaria, which affects millions of people in developing nations. In their examination of the issues, students consider…
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Science Sampler: Inquiry into measuring
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It is important for students to understand that numbers in science often involve measurements and that measurements have limited precision. The following two activities demonstrate the limitations of measurement tools…
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The Ins and Outs of Guided Reading
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A teacher and author of children’s books provides a model for incorporating guided reading strategies into the classroom. Includes extensions and cross-curricular activities along with suggestions of what to do before,…
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This column shares reflections or thoughtful opinions on issues of broad interest to the community. In this month’s issue find out what the author faced while expressing interest in some summer part-time work to apply…
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This case study describes materials and teaching strategies used in an introductory physics course at a Portuguese university. The study provides evidence of student success and offers insights and suggestions on how to…
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Teaching in the human anatomy field is evolving rapidly with the introduction of innovative instructional methods. This article features more efficient teaching techniques using digital images.
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Crack open an acorn and investigate the organisms that call it home. In this article, students practice measurement skills as they conduct investigations and discuss concepts of habitat, communities, and ecosystem…
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Current Taxonomy in Classroom Instruction
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The ability to sequence genes has vastly altered our understanding of higher-level relationships among organisms such as those found at the kingdom level. It is important for biology teachers to incorporate these new…
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A handheld computer is a portable electronic device that helps organize and integrate electronic data into the mobile lifestyle of busy professionals and many students. Handheld devices have become more than just…
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This article focuses on the importance of science education and of the need to support the implementation of the Standards by improving science education in local school districts, colleges, and universities. Scientists…
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Snow Globe Science: Students learn solution chemistry through an open-ended lab investigation
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Allowing students to experiment to make a product such as a snow globe encourages the development of problem-solving skills, and students learn the concepts behind solution chemistry by determining the best combination…
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