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Journal Article

Inquiry-Based Learning on Biomimicry

By Amanda Deliman and Kimberly Lott

Elementary Biology Evolution Inquiry Life Science Literacy

Picture-Perfect STEM Lessons, Second Grade, Expanded Edition: Using Children’s Books for Three-Dimensional Learning

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Picture-Perfect STEM Lessons, Second Grade, Expanded Edition: Using Children’s Books for Three-Dimensional Learning

There’s a lot to love about this newly expanded book in the Picture-Perfect Science series: You can combine STEM and reading through appealing lessons that are just right for your second-grade students. Also, reading comprehension strategies are em...

By Emily Morgan, Karen Ansberry

Elementary Informal Education General Science STEM Crosscutting Concepts Disciplinary Core Ideas Multilingual Learners Inquiry Lesson Plans NGSS Phenomena Three-Dimensional Learning Interdisciplinary Literacy New Science Teachers Preservice Science Education Teacher Preparation

Journal Article

A Hands-on Activity to Understand the Nature of Science and Authentic Scientific Inquiry in Large Laboratory Courses

Integrating authentic research practices into introductory laboratory courses to prepare tomorrow’s scientists has become increasingly prevalent over the past decade. However, an incomplete understanding of the nature of science (NOS) and authentic...

By Lin Xiang and Madhusudan Srinivasan

Postsecondary Inquiry Instructional Materials Research Teaching Strategies

Journal Article

Using Popular Fiction to Inspire Scientific Inquiry

Many teacher educator preparation programs do not provide opportunities for preservice teachers (PSTs) to experience and examine the use of popular fiction as a connection point to science teaching. This study explores a unit designed to support PSTs...

By Kristin Cook and Winn Wheeler

Postsecondary 5E Inquiry Literacy NGSS Preservice Science Education Teaching Strategies

Journal Article

Connecting a Community Through Computational Thinking and Robotics

By Robin Jocius, Jennifer Albert, Rachana Bhonsle, Deepti Joshi, W. Ian O’Byrne, and Melanie Blanton

Informal Education Computer Science Equity Inquiry STEM Technology

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