JoinThe Science Teacher—July 2019
The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS Lead States 2013) weave connections to the nature of science into every standard. The NGSS note that “Science is both a set of practices and the historical accumulation of knowledge… students should develop an understanding of the enterprise of science as a whole—the wondering, investigating, questioning, data collecting, and analyzing.”
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The “Marvel”-ous Nature of Science
Using superhero movies to teach methods and values in science...
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Using the Next Generation Science Standards and the Madagascar hissing cockroach to explore replication in science ...
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Creating transparent candy glass windows through experimental design...
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Using a 3D printer to build topographical maps for Earth science lessons...
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Data Representation and Discussion Using a Long-Tailed Widowbird Study
Using the Five Practices Model for planning and orchestrating a productive whole-class discussion...
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Appreciation: Fifteen Years of Editorial Excellence
An appreciation piece to Field Editor Steve Metz...
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Focus on Physics: The Index of Refraction
Building an understanding of physical principles...
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Career of the Month: Innovator
Interview with a science professional in the workplace ...
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Right to the Source: Jonas Salk and the Nature of Science
Exploring science and history with the Library of Congress...