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Ensuring The Ethical Conduct of Research
Book Chapter | September 2012
In this lesson, students explore the federal regulations and guidelines that have been established to help ensure the correct treatment of animals, such as the Animal Welfare Act (AWA). Students discuss acceptable and…
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Beyond Protocols—Conducting Interactive Research
Book Chapter | January 2003
This section provides instructions for two research projects that students have carried out in cooperation with Cornell scientists and these projects could be of interest to other students. It also suggests ideas for…
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Conducting Research on Current Climate Change Topics
Book Chapter | March 2019
This session leverages the power of student discovery, viewed through the lens of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), to support students’ awareness of the complex nature of a warming planet. Students begin…
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Conducting Science Labs in a Virtual World
Journal Article | November 2020
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Using Mathematics to Conduct Social Analyses of Bottlenose Dolphins in Science Classrooms
Journal Article | April 2013
Observe dolphin social interactions in an interdisciplinary math and life science unit.
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Mosquitoes on Maui: Students conduct research for an island-wide mosquito study
Journal Article | May 2003
Science students participate in a year-long, school-based study involving the Maui Public Health Department to define mosquito behavior and distribution due to an outbreak of dengue fever, a disease spread by Mosquitoes…
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Human Impact on Water Quality: Conducting Inquiry Activities With Cyber Databases and ICTs
Journal Article | November 2013
Tap into water-quality databases to conduct an authentic inquiry activity.
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Journal Article | March 2010
Project Citizen is a program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education’s congressionally funded Center for Civic Education, which sponsors both domestic and international programs. The Center for Civic Education’s…
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Journal Article | September 2017
Use motion-triggered wildlife cameras to study mammals in your neighborhood.
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Safety Alert: Do Not Use Methanol-Based Flame Tests on Open Laboratory Desks
Page | February 2020
Safety Alert: Do Not Use Methanol-Based Flame Tests on Open Laboratory Desks Because of serious safety issues surrounding science experiments and demonstrations involving ignition of flammable liquids, NSTA strongly recommends that teachers immediately stop using methanol-based flame tests on an open…
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Safer Handling of Alcohol in the Laboratory
Page | February 2020
Safer Handling of Alcohol in the Laboratory The use of alcohol is quite common in biology and chemistry laboratories. Because of its flammability and toxicity, it is imperative that teachers understand how to use it safely, especially in light of the serious injuries that have occurred due to the…
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Page | August 2020
COVID-19 Pandemic Safer Science/STEM Online and Face-to-Face Learning Environments Instruction Disclaimer Statement (Note: This disclaimer statement is recommended for instructors to include with their course outline and all online or at home science/STEM lab activities.) “The safety precautions/protocols outlined for…
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Page | March 2020
Designing Units and Lessons Select lab experiments, readings, discussions, lectures, and other learning activities based on what students should learn and explicitly link them together in the unit. One example architecture for designing integrated instructional units is the BSCS 5E model, explained in Translating the…
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Page | February 2020
Personal Protective Equipment Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes safely designed and constructed garments or equipment, such as clothing, gloves, protective hearing devices, shoes, or goggles, designed to protect a person's body from injury or infection by minimizing exposure to workplace…
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Page | February 2020
Behavioral Disorders Behavioral disorders also known as conduct disorders are one of the most common forms of disability among children and young adults and is the most frequently cited reason for referral to mental health services. The appearance of behavioral disorders is increasing dramatically in…
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