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Science for the Next Generation: Preparing for the New Standards

“The old models of teaching as simply telling, and learning as passive sit-and-get listening, will not meet the needs of tomorrow’s citizens.” ...

Elementary Curriculum NGSS Teacher Preparation Teaching Strategies

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Even More Picture-Perfect Science Lessons: Using Children’s Books to Guide Inquiry, K–5

Winner of the Gold EXCEL Award from Association Media & Publishing!“The number one compliment we hear from teachers is that the lessons are complete...

By Emily Morgan, Karen Ansberry

Elementary Earth & Space Science General Science Physical Science Assessment Curriculum Instructional Materials Inquiry Lesson Plans NGSS Teaching Strategies Interdisciplinary Literacy Teacher Preparation

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The Case for STEM Education: Challenges and Opportunities

If you’re an education leader concerned with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) initiatives, this book will help you both unde...

By Rodger W. Bybee

Postsecondary Elementary High School Middle School STEM Instructional Materials Teaching Strategies Advocacy Professional Learning old Teacher Preparation

Diagnosis for Classroom Success, Teacher Edition: Making Anatomy and Physiology Come Alive

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Diagnosis for Classroom Success, Teacher Edition: Making Anatomy and Physiology Come Alive

“When I entered the teaching profession, I was stunned by the lack of interest my high school students had in science education. The traditional mod...

By Nicole H. Maller

High School General Science Assessment Curriculum Instructional Materials Lesson Plans Teaching Strategies Teacher Preparation

NSTA Press Book

Including Students With Disabilities in Advanced Science Classes

Are you an experienced science teacher who needs a foundation in special education basics when students with disabilities are placed in your advanced ...

By Lori A. Howard, Elizabeth A. Potts

High School General Science Curriculum Lesson Plans Teaching Strategies Inclusion Teacher Preparation

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Everyday Earth and Space Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching

What are the odds that a meteor will hit your house? Do you actually get more sunlight from Daylight Saving Time? Where do puddles go? By presenting e...

By Richard Konicek-Moran

Elementary Middle School Earth & Space Science Assessment Curriculum Instructional Materials Inquiry Lesson Plans Phenomena Teaching Strategies Interdisciplinary Literacy Teacher Preparation

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Everyday Life Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching

How do tiny bugs get into oatmeal? What makes children look like—or different from—their parents? Where do rotten apples go after they fall off th...

By Richard Konicek-Moran

Elementary Middle School General Science Assessment Curriculum Instructional Materials Inquiry Lesson Plans Science and Engineering Practices Teaching Strategies Interdisciplinary Teacher Preparation

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Science Fair Warm-Up, Teachers Guide: Learning the Practice of Scientists

Even science fair enthusiasts may dread grappling with these two questions: 1. How can you organize many students doing many different projects at t...

By John Haysom

Elementary High School Middle School General Science Instructional Materials Inquiry Teaching Strategies New Science Teachers Preservice Science Education Teacher Preparation

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