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Looking At Density From Different Perspectives
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All too often middle school students equate density with one object simply being "heavier" than another. Even if students are able to accurately calculate the density of an object, that doesn't necessarily mean that…
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NASA "ROCKS" Problem-Based Learning
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With the National Science Education Standards as a driving force behind instruction, science educators must move toward classroom activities that allow students to guide their own learning experiences and form their own…
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Teaching Teachers: Reaching the Reluctant Science Teacher
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As a science educator, you may have heard many reasons why someone is reluctant to teach science. A "Process Approach to Science," a science course designed at California State University-Long Beach, aims to change…
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Student activities illustrate the importance of light and color in space exploration. By exploring the electromagnetic spectrum with powerful and specialized telescopes, scientists can tackle some of the most…
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The purpose of this study was to explore students' perspectives on an integrated inquiry-based biology program and their perceptions of science and scientific inquiry after completing the program.
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Science Sampler: Ozone notebook
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To combat the problems associated with high levels of ground-level ozone, the Clean Air Act of 1970 called on all government agencies to take measures to reduce ground-level ozone in our air to 120 parts per billion (…
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Commentary: Improving Science Instruction
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In this month's Commentary column, the author discusses the disturbing but true picture of science instruction in the United States, as outlined in a report from the National Research Council (NRC). As the NRC report…
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Crystals are beautiful structures—yet they occur naturally in dirty and remote places. In the inquiry-based activity described here, students will enjoy the process of creating their own crystals and using microscopes…
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Teaching Teachers: STEPS into Learning
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Prospective elementary teachers explore the use of classroom technologies in a university setting. Bringing "real" elementary students to the science methods classes helped them see how technology can be used…
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Establish the roots of a true scientific collaboration with PlantingScience, a unique website that engages students in hands-on plant investigations that allow them to work with peers and scientist mentors.
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Science Sampler: Light in the media spotlight
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Movies, music, cartoons, comics, popular literature, and internet websites are all powerful resources for science teachers. Collectively, these media transform words from a textbook into reference points for…
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Is organic food healthier?
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Science 101: How can wind cause a bridge to collapse?
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First, you might need evidence that wind can cause a bridge to collapse. To see the evidence, put “Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapse” into any internet search engine. Using this example from 1940 and a series of hands-on…
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Science 2.0: Personalizing the PC for Accessibility
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Personalizing the PC for Accessibility. Students with disabilities need access to computers in the classroom—but this goes beyond the mere availability of a machine. This month's column describes some of the Apple and…
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Career of the Month: An interview with Ear, Nose, Throat Doctor Scott Howard
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Ear, nose, and throat complaints, such as allergies, ear infections, sinusitis, and sore throats, are the number one reason people go to the doctor. Diseases and disorders of the head and neck, particularly the ear,…
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