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Science, engineering, and technology
To illustrate the interconnectedness of science and engineering, the editor’s note this month is a crossword puzzle. I think I need to review th...
By Mary Bigelow
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Nonfiction Selections to Lead Your Students to Inquiry and Literacy
As elementary teachers continue to struggle to find time to teach science to their students in an already crowded schedule, particularly as the emphas...
By Carole Hayward
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Science of innovation: smart concrete
Scientists and engineers don’t necessarily start out to innovate, but unexpected things happen! This installment of the “Science of Innovation” ...
By admin
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I’m looking for professional development (PD) opportunities. I have a master’s degree, but as part of my PD plan, I’d like to earn a...
By Mary Bigelow
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Russian Meteor Fertile Ground for High Tech Exploration…On Your Classroom Computer
The fall of what is unofficially named the Chelyabinsk Meteor (soon to be meteorite) has produced a staggering number of videos. Whether police dashb...
By Martin Horejsi
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Science of innovation: electronic tattoo
As we approach President’s Day, which comes on the heels of Abraham Lincoln’s actual birthday, thoughts turn to … patents. Yes, patents! Those o...
By admin
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Birding and Engineering Makes for a Great Week
Two worthy programs to participate in this year or mark on your calendar for next year. Great Outdoor Bird Count ...
By Peggy Ashbrook
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In my volunteer work at a nature center, I get to see young children as they explore the natural world. They seem to have an intense interest in the a...
By Mary Bigelow
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Science by Design: Construct a Boat, Catapult, Glove, and Greenhouse
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By Carole Hayward
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Now Trending: Science Evangelists
YouTube guru Paul Andersen and NSTA’s Teshia Birts (Chapter Relations)...
By Lauren Jonas, NSTA Assistant Executive Director
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Science of innovation: bionic limbs
Look to the “Science of Innovation” video series from the team of NSTA, NBC Learn, and NSF to jump start your STEM efforts. These videos are spark...
By admin
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iPad Simple Harmonic Motion with Household Parts
Simple harmonic motion is not only a foundational topic in physical science, but also a major player in many different fields from music to engineerin...
By Martin Horejsi
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Science of innovation: 3D printing
Imagine! Invent! Improve! Inspire! The “Science of…” series is back with a new twist—innovation. The “Science of Innovation” series highli...
By admin
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As the editor notes this month, for many students, their experiences in elementary and middle school are the end of any formal classes in the earth sc...
By Mary Bigelow
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Web 4.0: ready or not, here it is
Experts say we are now in the Web 4.0 environment (where meaning can be created by the majority; web participation is a necessity; etc.). According to...
By Lauren Jonas, NSTA Assistant Executive Director