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Call for Papers: Science Scope
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Call for Papers: Science Scope Not ready to pen a feature article?Consider writing a column. These shorter, focused pieces are the perfect way to share your experiences with the wider middle school science community. General Interest Manuscripts…
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Glossary of Disability Terminology
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Glossary of Disability Terminology Accessible: In the case of a facility, readily usable by a particular individual; in the case of a program or activity, presented or provided in such a way that a particular individual can participate, with or without auxiliary aid(s); in the case of electronic resources, accessible…
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10 Questions Your Kid's Science Teacher Wishes You Would Ask
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10 Questions Your Kid's Science Teacher Wishes You Would Ask For the same reasons we encourage our children to be active participants in classroom discussions, parents should take advantage of opportunities to talk with teachers. Learn more about science teaching and learning in your child's classroom, whether it's…
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Safety Resources for Elementary Schools
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Safety Resources for Elementary Schools American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) Call the Poison Control Help line at 1-800-222-1222 or visit PoisonHelp.org. American Chemical Society (ACS) Safety in the Elementary (K–6) Classroom (PDF) Milli's Safety Tips for Children (PDF) Council of State…
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Science Education Checklist “What Should I Look for in the Science Program in My Child's School?” A Guide for Parents developed by SciMathMN Parents often ask, What can I do to support good science education? One of the most helpful things parents can do is support not only their student, but also the schools and…
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Using Storylines to Support Three-Dimensional Learning in Project-Based Science
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Calendar May 2024Monday, May 6 to Sunday, Jun. 2Review of Proposals • NSTA National Conference in New OrleansThursday, May 9Sponsored Web Seminar • NSTA/ECA Science Kit Services—Partnering Together to Help You Manage Your Classroom MaterialsSubmit Session Proposals • NSTA National Conference in New OrleansHousing…
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Motor Impaired / Orthopedic Disability
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Motor Impaired / Orthopedic Disability James Prescott Joule (1818–1889) was an English physicist who studied thermodynamics, leading to the famous “Joule’s Law.” He was born with a spinal disorder that required him to be home schooled. Motor impaired/orthopedic disabilities include a…
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Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy
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Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy The Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy is in its fifth year. The program—designed specifically for middle school teachers (grades 5–8)—was established to help enhance teacher confidence and classroom excellence in science, engineering and technology, while…
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Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy 2022 - OLD
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Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy 2022 - OLD The Northrop Grumman Foundation Teachers Academy is beginning its sixth year and is now accepting applications for 2022. The program—designed specifically for middle school teachers (grades 5-8) was established to help enhance teacher confidence and classroom…
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Safety Resources for Middle/Secondary Schools
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Safety Resources for Middle/Secondary Schools U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: The National Library of Medicine (NLM) Specialized Information Services (SIS) recently released a new Enviro-Health Links page, "Laboratory Safety," which offers links to information for clinical, academic, and school…
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The Development of the Next Generation Science Standards
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The Development of the Next Generation Science Standards An NSTA Background Paper Writers of Science for All Americans (AAAS 1989) were the first to clearly define the “understandings and ways of thinking [that] are essential for all citizens in a world shaped by science and technology.”…
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The purpose of this assessment probe is to elicit students’ ideas about what is and what is not technology. The probe is designed to find out if students have a broad understanding of technology as defined in the…
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