The Early Years: Shape Exploration: Another Dimension

Journal Article | December 2013

This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This month’s issue explores three-dimensional shapes.

Formative Assessment Probes: Assessment for All

Journal Article | December 2013

This column focuses on promoting learning through assessment. This month’s issue describes some of the features of formative assessment probes designed to broadly address all students as well as ways teachers can make…

Methods and Strategies: Learning Science in Cultural Context

Journal Article | December 2013

This column provides ideas and techniques to enhance your science teaching. This month’s issue describes students taking a school yard hike to identify rock and mineral materials in and around students' classroom that…

Science 101: What Causes Major Wind Patterns, Such as Trade Winds?

Journal Article | December 2013

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue discusses general wind patterns on Earth.

The Leonardo Strategy: Scientific Discourse and Argumentation in an Online Environment

Journal Article | December 2013

Use online discussion forums to engage even your most reluctant students.

Supporting Linguistically Diverse Students in an Era of Science Education Reform

Journal Article | December 2013

Try these strategies for closing the achievement gap between your ELL/ESL and English-speaking students.

Every Assessment Tells a Story

Journal Article | December 2013

Tell a story to reduce anxiety and boost student achievement on assessments.

Science + Art = Enhanced Learning Experiences for Students

Journal Article | December 2013

Blend art and science to promote student thinking, interaction with phenomena, and diverse modes of expression.

Engage. Elaborate. Evaluate! Virtual Environment-Based Assessments of Science Content and Practices

Journal Article | December 2013

Create an immersive virtual environment to engage students in problem solving.

Using Place-Based Inquiry to Inspire and Motivate Future Scientists

Journal Article | December 2013

Combine inquiry with place-based education to improve student attitudes about science.

Stomp Rockets: A High-Impact Exploration of Science Concepts

Journal Article | December 2013

Explore the principles of engineering and design with a rocket-building activity.

Standardized Test Questions: A Tool for Developing Students' Proficiency With the Framework's Science Practices

Journal Article | December 2013

Learn to create test items that put students' higher-level thinking skills to the test.

Editor's Roundtable: Meet Me in the Middle in Boston

Journal Article | December 2013

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

Teachers Toolkit: Scientific Explanations and Arguments: Accessible Experiences Through Exploratory Arguments

Journal Article | December 2013

This column provides how-to strategies and practical advice for the science teacher. This month’s issue focuses on activities that use a puzzling but accessible phenomenon to engage and familiarize students with…

Scope on Safety: Eating in the Lab: A Recipe for Disaster

Journal Article | December 2013

This column shares safety information for your classroom. This month’s issue discusses the rules associated with eating in the science laboratory.