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A message from the NSTA President: Meeting the Needs of the New World Student
To succeed in the 21st century, students have to learn how to be creative problem solvers who can work in collaborative groups. These new-world studen...
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The Case of the Ivory-Billed Woodpecker: The Scientific Process and How it Relates to Everyday Life
In this case study, based on the reported rediscovery of the Ivory-billed Woodpecker in April 2005, students examine a real-world example of the scien...
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The Art of a Deal: A Kyoto Protocol Simulation
In this case study, groups of students represent countries as they negotiate an agreement to limit greenhouse-gas emissions. While initially developed...
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Research shows that many students hold misconceptions related to plant functions (Hershey 2004). Some of these students will become teachers with litt...
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To circumvent the problem of academic dishonesty through the mass administration of multiple-choice exams in college classrooms, a study was conducted...
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Tools of Engagement: Using Case Studies in Synchronous Distance-Learning Environments
Faced with the challenges of addressing a variety of student learning styles, academic levels, and demographics, incorporating innovative learning str...
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Cell-Phone Use and Cancer: A Case Study Exploring the Scientific Method
Designed for an introductory nonmajors biology course, this case study presents students with a series of short news stories describing a scientific s...
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Can Inexperienced Researchers Teach Open-Ended Laboratories?
Using exit surveys of biology students we examine whether undergraduate instructors can teach investigative labs, and share perspectives on the challe...
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Favorite Demonstration: A Candle Lights the Way to Scientific Discourse
The science conversation cited in this article showed the development of an inquisitive attitude, scientific reasoning skills, the motivation and comp...
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WebGURU: The Web-Based Guide to Research for Undergraduates
Undergraduate research (UR) is widely promoted by faculty, administrators, institutions of higher learning, government laboratories, private industry,...