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A Novel Technology to Investigate Students' Understandings of Enzyme Representations
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This article describes how digital pen-and-paper technology was used to improve data collection in research regarding students' learning, specifically their understanding of enzyme-substrate interactions as depicted in…
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Versatile Vee Maps: An alternative to the traditional laboratory report
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The Vee map is a tool that guides students' thinking and learning during laboratory experiences. As an alternative to the traditional laboratory report, vee maps allow teachers to look into the thinking of students…
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Core Ideas of Engineering and Technology
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This article addresses Chapter 8 of A Framework for K–12 Science Education, which presents core ideas in technology and engineering at the same level as core ideas in the traditional science fields.
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The New Teacher's Toolbox: Piloting New Ideas—The Brown-Bag Friday Seminar
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One of the most exciting things about beginning a teaching career is developing your own ideas. Piloting new lessons is key to establishing a solid curriculum—though the process is often time-consuming and requires much…
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Most educators realize that copyright law could potentially impact their classroom activities but are confused by the underlying legal principles. This article clarifies important copyright issues, including ones…
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Concept mapping in the organic chemistry laboratory can supplant cookbook activities with higher cognitive exercises. The common thread of most organic lab experiments is the synthesis, isolation, purification, and…
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Natural Resources: Digging Soil
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It’s not hard to captivate children with the world of soil—many of them already love “dirt.” Plus, exploring soil requires no special equipment or field trips. Soil is everywhere, with only a shovel or trowel required.…
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Managing Inquiry-Based Classrooms
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Though it may seem that classroom management comes naturally to some teachers, upon closer examination you’ll probably discover that preparation and adaptation are more important than any innate ability when it comes to…
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Editor's Corner: Systems Thinking
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The Science Teacher’s editor shares thoughts on the current issue.
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Editor's Corner: New Dimensions
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The Science Teacher’s editor shares thoughts on the current issue.
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Idea Bank: School Greenhouse Design Tips
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Growing plants in a controlled environment such as a greenhouse can be a wonderful enhancement to any science program. Thoughtful planning, proper design, and faculty advocates who support the greenhouse as an important…
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Digital Imaging Investigations
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Activities that involve capturing, modifying, and analyzing digital images enhance classroom science instruction using digital imaging technology.
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Teaching Through Trade Books: A Balancing Act
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This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. In this month’s issue students explore activities that involve balance.
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Teaching Effective Scientific Writing
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In an extension of the preceding article, which describes a Towson University course that teaches students to analyze scientific information, this article summarizes the guidelines necessary for students to follow to…
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Idea Bank: Start a Classroom Library!
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In today’s classrooms—science and otherwise—all teachers are charged with helping students develop literacy skills. One effective method for supporting literacy is to create your own science classroom library. These…
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