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Science Sampler: The eight-step method to great group work
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Many science teachers already understand the importance of cooperative learning in the classroom and during lab exercises. However, many teachers shy away from group work because of the challenges associated with…
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Society for College Science Teachers: Facilitator Versus Teacher
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Educational fads in higher education are interesting phenomena. They seem to bubble up from the K-12 sector, but have little substantial research to support their use in the college setting. Fads seem to gain footholds…
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Writing Assignments in a Nonmajor Introductory Ecology Class
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A unit was developed which incorporated writing assignments into an introductory ecology class to encourage nonmajors to improve their writing skills and gain an appreciation for environmental issues. Statistical…
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Web Seminar |
This interactive web seminar will begin with an overview of safety protocols specific for doing elementary level safer science/STEM classroom/laboratory activities with Dr. Ken Roy, NSTA and NSELA Safety Compliance…
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Archive: Science Update: From Apollo to Artemis: NASA’s Return to the Moon, February 16, 2023
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More than 50 years after the Eagle landed at Tranquility Base, NASA has begun its campaign to return astronauts to the surface of our Moon. Named after the mythical twin sister of Apollo, the Artemis program aims to…
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Web Seminar |
There will be an annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023 and a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 in the US – an Eclipse Double-Header – with everyone in North America seeing at least a partial eclipse. Learn from…
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Archive: Teacher Tip Tuesday: Reviewing a Proposal for NSTA Conferences, May 2, 2023
Web Seminar |
During this web seminar, the conference team will guide you through the process of reviewing and giving feedback, ensuring you have all the tools you need to provide a strong evaluation for each proposal. …
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Web Seminar |
Our oceans are filled with items that do not belong there. Huge amounts of plastics, metals, rubber, textiles, lost fishing gear, abandoned vessels, and many more items enter the marine environment every day. This makes…
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Science Notebooks in Student-Centered Classrooms (e-book)
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Now Available for Preorder! Thinking made visible: That’s what happens when elementary students record their thoughts in science notebooks. This practical guide shows how notebooks can become a tangible record…
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Journal Article |
The Center for Global Soundscapes developed a five-day camp program for students with visual impairments that follows an inquiry-based learning approach to explore concepts fundamental to soundscape ecology. …
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Archive: Science Update: Observing Hurricanes with Ocean Drones, June 8, 2023
Web Seminar |
Advancing our understanding of hurricanes and improving forecasts require measurements from the most violent parts of the storms, where ships and aircraft cannot safely travel. The ocean-atmosphere interface within a…
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Archive: Science Update: Europa Clipper: Exploring an Ocean World, May 11, 2023
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In this web seminar, a team from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory will share information about the exciting Europa Clipper mission that will explore Jupiter’s moon Europa. Launching in 2024, Europa Clipper will study…
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Archive: Science Update: Do NASA Science LIVE! July 20, 2023
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July 20th is the anniversary of the 1969 Moon landing, when American astronauts became the first humans to land on the moon. To celebrate this historic event, join us as we partner with SciStarter to share 21st century…
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Archive: NIH Archive: Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code, High Altitude Living Storyline, August 15, 2023
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Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code provides free lesson plans and storyline units to help guide high school students as they explore various genetics, natural selection, and evolution concepts. Units will culminate in…
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Archive: NIH Archive: Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code, Playlist, August 16, 2023
Web Seminar |
Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code provides free lesson plans and storyline units to help guide high school students as they explore various genetics, natural selection, and evolution concepts. Units will culminate in…
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