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Inquiry in the Chemistry Classroom
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A recent survey of high school chemistry teachers indicated that many teachers are not using inquiry labs in their classrooms. One reason is that although teachers understand the theory of inquiry, they lack practical…
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By June, most teachers are more than ready to leave the classroom routine, but they are seldom able to leave their love of science behind. They travel, explore, and read, so that they can return in the fall better…
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Seeing the World Through Instrumental "Eyes"
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An historical timeline and related activities illustrate the importance of the electromagnetic spectrum in providing vital clues about the evolution of the universe. Teachers can explore with students the history of…
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The New Teacher's Toolbox: Defining Your Homework Stance (Part 2)
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This column shares tips for teachers just beginning their career. This month’s issue discusses approaches to homework.
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Biological Clocks and Circadian Rhythms
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The study of biological clocks and circadian rhythms is an excellent way to address the inquiry strand in the National Science Education Standards (NSES) (NRC 1996). Students can study these everyday phenomena by…
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Idea Bank: Celebrate the International Year of Astronomy
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In 1609, Galileo Galilei turned his telescope to the night sky and began a series of observations of the cosmos. These observations, together with the work of Johannes Kepler and other scientists of the time,…
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Hand washing: A powerful preventative practice!
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Hand washing and hand care practices are especially important and have long been recognized as a standard health and safety protocol for laboratory work. Find the answer to the Question of the month: Should sponges be…
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Throwing Paper Wads in the Chemistry Classroom: Really Active Student Learning
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It is well-known that too many students learn to “plug and chug” formulas while gaining very little concomitant understanding of the underlying concepts. Active engagement in the classroom is one of the best tools…
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Perspectives: Defending Inquiry
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Inquiry-based lessons incorporate each of the science processes where most appropriate. Science is taught through inquiry in order to learn how scientists work, improve problem-solving skills, and improve student…
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Science Sampler: Opening the door for reading
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Teaching students how to read without compromising the time dedicated to hands-on, inquiry-based science has become vital for science teachers of all grades. The reading strategy, Talking to the Text, effectively…
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Conceptual Change in the Classroom
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When was the last time you tried a new teaching method? The conceptual change model of learning may be what you need. In this article, three teachers agreed to try the new teaching method and reported that modifying…
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Science Sampler: Stories of Scientists
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Stories about scientists
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Teaching through Trade Books: Secrets of Flight
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The date was December 17, 1903. The place was a windswept beach near Kitty hawk, North Carolina. With Orville Wright at the controls and his brother Wilbur running alongside, the plane took off. This event lasted only…
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The Green Room: Environmental Science Lab Reports
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This column focuses on making your teaching more environmentally friendly. This month’s issue discusses the importance of keeping clear, concise, and informative lab reports.
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Investigating Island Evolution: A Galapagos-based lesson using the 5E instructional model
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Many endemic species of the Galapagos Islands are useful for a biology teacher planning an extended lesson on evolution. In this activity, the teacher focuses on his Galapagos Islands’ experience to develop a unique…
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