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Research and Teaching: Teaching Students How to Check Their Work While Solving Problems in Genetics
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An essential component skill of monitoring and reflection during problem solving is work checking, a process used by experts while solving problems to determine if their solution is achieving the goal. The results of…
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At the authors' public liberal arts institution, biology masters students are required to enroll in BIOL 5050: Teaching Techniques. Course topics include designing effective lectures, assessment, classroom management,…
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Research and Teaching: Reenvisioning the Introductory Science Course as a Cognitive Apprenticeship
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Introductory science courses play a critical role in the recruitment and retention of undergraduate science majors. In particular, first-year courses are opportunities to engage students in scientific practices and…
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This column shares reflections or thoughtful opinions on issues of broad interest to the community. This month’s issue discusses the importance of the insights that are gained through neuroscience research.
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Case Study: What Makes a Good Case, Revisited: The Survey Monkey Tells All
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This column provides original articles on innovations in case study teaching, assessment of the method, as well as case studies with teaching notes. In this month’s issue the authors provide a more definitive answer to…
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A design challenge requires students to create structures that can withstand a hurricane’s effects.
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A fourth-grade ecology lesson connects science and social studies.
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Students explore earthquakes and other natural hazards using technology.
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In Our Neighborhood: Who's Been Here?
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A project-based unit introduces third graders to the animals in their surroundings.
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In this role-play activity, students act as superhero agents while learning the science behind a series of gadgets.
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Editor's Note: Natural Hazards
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Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue.
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The Early Years: Navigating Natural Disasters
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This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This month’s issue has students attempting to contain moving water and experience and use its force.
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The Poetry of Science: Hurricanes
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Building literacy in playful, meaningful ways. This poem about hurricanes helps students connect to ideas about changes in Earth's surface, emergency preparedness, and storms.
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Teaching Through Trade Books: Forecasting Hazardous Conditions
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This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. Through the use of printed text and video resources, young students can begin to ask questions to learn about different types of weather, whereas older…
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Science 101: What Causes Severe Thunderstorms and Tornadoes?
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This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue discusses the mechanisms that create thunderstorms and tornadoes, which are almost identical.
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