Don't Swat That Fly! Using House Flies in an Inquiry Activity

Journal Article | January 2014

Explore the biology of house flies while trying to solve a mystery involving polka-dotted fences.

Science Evolving

Journal Article | January 2014

Create a classroom time line as part of a yearlong exploration of famous life scientists.

Evolutionary Technology: Using Google Earth, Cyber Databases, and Geotagged Photos to Enhance Students' Scientific Practices and Understanding of Darwin's Theory of Evolution

Journal Article | January 2014

Use the latest information and communication technology to explore evolution a world away.

Historical Plant Studies: Tools for Enhancing Students' Understanding of Photosynthesis

Journal Article | January 2014

Discover how scientific thinking about plant growth evolved over the years.

Tracking Science: Following the STEM Trend

Journal Article | January 2014

Engineer your own solar tracker technology to maximize the energy from the Sun's rays.

The History and Nature of Science: Is the Past the Key to Our Future?

Journal Article | January 2014

Explore how scientific theories are revised over time in light of new data and empirical evidence.

Connecting Students to STEM Careers

Journal Article | January 2014

Raise student awareness of careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with this innovative program.

Editor's Roundtable: Teaching the Nature of Science: Let the Story of Science Lead the Way

Journal Article | January 2014

Science Scope’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue.

Guest Editorial: A Founding Father of Science

Journal Article | January 2014

This article presents a chapter from the author's book on evolutionary biology.

Tried and True: How to Organize a STEM Career Day

Journal Article | January 2014

This column provides classic demonstrations and experiments with a new twist. This month’s issue discusses one school's annual event with hands-on explorations and discussions related to careers in science, technology,…

Scope on the Skies: Imaging the Night Sky

Journal Article | January 2014

This column focuses on astronomy throughout the year. This month’s issue talks about using digital photography to capture the night sky.

Scope on Safety: Kitchen Chemistry and Safety

Journal Article | January 2014

This column shares safety information for your classroom. This month’s issue covers guidelines for household chemical use.

Teaching Electricity and Engineering With LEDs

Journal Article | January 2014

Using colorful light-emitting diodes to engage students in the study of electric circuits.

The Bird Box Survey Project

Journal Article | January 2014

A field-based science inquiry investigation.

Pond Power

Journal Article | January 2014

How to establish interdisciplinary connections.