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This article describes how interdisciplinary, thematic lessons about plants, animals, and the environment were introduced with children’s literature...
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Scope on Safety: Taking the "demon" out of demonstrations
When accidents occur, the administration usually responds by imposing a moratorium on demonstrations and lab activities. Imagine if authorities reacte...
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Editor's Corner: Reaching for the Stars
The Science Teacher’s editor shares thoughts on NASA's space explorations....
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The answers to these questions are provided by the experts. How safe is it to use radioactive materials in student labs? How are sound and pressure re...
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This is the “special, special” issue to which so many of us look forward every year. Indeed, you will find the lists of Outstanding Science Trade ...
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Science in Perspective, a third-semester, speaking-intensive course for nonscience majors and future teachers, builds on participants’ prior science...
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Editor’s Roundtable: Woods full of wisdom
We should all strive to use the study of trees to elevate students’ feelings and attitudes and to create a sense of wonder, appreciation, and person...
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To improve large lecture courses, the authors designed a hybrid instructional format that couples online homework with in-class, active learning exerc...
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This activity introduces students to daylight astronomy and can be done right in a classroom with windows and direct exposure to the Sun. Tips for mak...
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Science Sampler: Hire a scientist
Hire a scientist is an activity that asks students to review the qualifications of a scientist who has applied for a job at a research facility. Durin...
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After the Bell: Teaching observation—Gathering baseline data
The use of observation to gather baseline data to identify cycles or changes in the environment can provide long-term, meaningful learning activities....