Improving Precollege Science Education—The Involvement of Scientists and Engineers: Enlisting the Support of Scientists and Engineers to Translate Science Education Standards into Effective Science Programs

Journal Article | February 1998

This article focuses on the importance of science education and of the need to support the implementation of the Standards by improving science education in local school districts, colleges, and universities. Scientists…

Archive: Book Beat Live! Uniting Scientific Discovery with Engineering Design: Discovery Engineering in Biology: Case Studies for Grades 6-12, September 21, 2022

Web Seminar | July 2022

A great number of the amazing innovations in modern society have resulted from someone making a careful observation, a mistake, or finding out new or different information from experimentation. These unique and…

Engineering Encounters: How Can We Store Water During a Drought?

Journal Article | July 2018

This column presents ideas and techniques to enhance your science teaching. This issue shares information about a sustainability engineering design problem for fourth graders.

WISEngineering Hydroponics: A Technology-Enhanced, Life Science Engineering Design Unit

Journal Article | June 2016

Develop students’ understanding of photosynthesis and cellular respiration with this online engineering resource.

Teacher's Toolkit: Troubleshooting: A Bridge That Connects Engineering Design and Scientific Inquiry

Journal Article | January 2013

This column provides how-to strategies and practical advice for the science teacher. This month’s issue discusses how to troubleshoot during the design process.

Building Models to Better Understand the Importance of Cost Versus Safety in Engineering

Journal Article | October 2010

While some disasters involving engineered structures are due to events in nature (e.g., tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes), others may be caused by inadequate materials, design flaws, and poor maintenance. These…

Inspired by Real Science: Biomedical Engineering for Breast Cancer Research in the Classroom

Journal Article | November 2014

Design a tissue-engineered system using an iterative cycle of development to answer an open-ended question.

The Ocean Platform Engineering Design Challenge: Flooded With Stem Content and Practices

Journal Article | October 2015

Design and build a floating structure that can withstand the motion and forces at play in the ocean.

Everyday Engineering: Queuing Theory—Is My Line Always the Slowest?

Journal Article | November 2015

This column provides an inside look at the marvels of engineering in everyday life. This month shares a lesson that shows students an iterative process that allows them to gather evidence to evaluate different models.

Formative Assessment Probes: Pendulums and Crooked Swings: Connecting Science and Engineering

Journal Article | September 2013

This column focuses on promoting learning through assessment. This month’s issue explores the complementary nature of science and engineering in the elementary classroom.