Integrating Introductory Biology and General Chemistry Laboratories: Making the Necessary Connections Between Scientific Disciplines at Boston University

Journal Article | November 1999

This paper discusses how two different laboratory sections can employ nontraditional investigative laboratory modules that integrate concepts from cell biology, molecular genetics, and chemistry. During each module,…

Teaching Science as Inquiry by Scaffolding Student Thinking

Journal Article | April 2003

In construction, “scaffolding” means a temporary framework used to support workers and materials during construction. The analogy is consistent with contemporary analogies for learning that describe scaffolding as a…

The Making of "The List"

Journal Article | February 2005

Have you ever wondered how the mountain of trade books out there gets evaluated or how books are chosen as "outstanding"? The Outstanding Science Trade Books (OSTB) for Grades K-12 doesn't just magically appear but is…

NSTA’s Response to the TIMSS

Journal Article | December 1999

The U.S. science education community has been alternately encouraged and disheartened by the results of the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS). While our fourth graders outperformed students from…

A Look at the <i>Next Generation Science Standards</i>

Journal Article | February 2013

This article and the accompanying diagram provide an overview on the architecture of the Next Generation Science Standards.

A Lemon of a Lesson

Journal Article | January 2008

If life hands you lemons, make lemonade. This age-old advice is hard to argue with, but if you’re handed lemons in science class, it’s time to make observations. “A Lemon of a Lesson” provides valuable opportunities for…

SCST: Celebrating SCST's Commitment to Science Education—A Brief Look Back: Improving Interdisciplinary Science-Teacher Interaction

Journal Article | August 1999

In this column the leadership of SCST shares its views with JCST readers. In this month’s issue the focus is on the first SCST goal: Improvement in the teaching of college science courses via interdisciplinary…

Tried and True: Making the connection—Addressing students’ misconceptions of circuits

Journal Article | October 2007

Electricity is an abstract phenomenon that students interact with every day. Interestingly enough, many eighth-grade students do not fully understand the requirements for a complete circuit. In an effort to "short-…

Web-Based Warm Up Exercises in Just-in-Time Teaching

Journal Article | August 2003

The authors used warm-up exercises in Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT) to reveal students’ prior knowledge and misconceptions in biology, chemistry, and physics. This article demonstrates how the use of preparatory warm-up…

Studying Racial Bias: Too Hot to Handle?

Journal Article | August 2000

Students evaluate a research proposal to determine if it is consistent with ethical principles and federal guidelines for the conduct of research with human subjects. The case can be taught either as a discussion case,…

Every Day Science: April 2010

Journal Article | March 2010

This monthly feature contains facts and challenges for the science explorer.

Every Day Science Calendar: April

Journal Article | March 2011

What Happens to Animals during Hurricanes?

Journal Article | January 2006

Student curiosity provides a springboard for discussions ranging from weather, to conservation, to biology, and concern for animal welfare. Teachers can use these real-world events that spark students' interest to…

Teaching Through Trade Books: A Season to Inquire

Journal Article | October 2004

Aside from learning about naturally occurring cycles that happen over time, trade books about seasons can help students learn about the cause of the seasons. The activities based on this month’s books deepen students'…

Editor's Roundtable: Genetic Material Injected into the Headlines

Journal Article | September 2012

Science Scope’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue.