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Applying Age-Old Physics: Using ancient inventions to teach modern physics concepts

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Applying Age-Old Physics: Using ancient inventions to teach modern physics concepts

Despite daily use of computers, cell phones, and sound systems, students are fascinated by the technology that our ancestors once used to survive. An...

"Fossil" Forecasting: Students measure the density of simulated rock samples to predict the presence of fossils

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"Fossil" Forecasting: Students measure the density of simulated rock samples to predict the presence of fossils

An inquiry-based Earth science activity applies the concepts of density using real-life investigations that take advantage of students’ interest in ...

Searching for the Perfect Lesson: Teaching evolution to a diverse biology class

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Searching for the Perfect Lesson: Teaching evolution to a diverse biology class

In a heterogeneous class, where students have different experiences and abilities, many activities can involve students at various levels. In this art...

Commentary: Getting Students to Tune In

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Commentary: Getting Students to Tune In

An opinion piece about finding substantive material and delivery that engages students, so they will want to "tune in" and learn....

The Case Study: The Language of Chemistry

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The Case Study: The Language of Chemistry

To offer an alternative to the survey and foundation frameworks, the authors designed The Language of Chemistry course to use only three to four case ...

Editor's Corner: Reaching All Students

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Editor's Corner: Reaching All Students

The Science Teacher’s editor shares thoughts on the current issue....

Favorite Demonstration: Demonstrating Allotropic Modifications of Sulfur

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Favorite Demonstration: Demonstrating Allotropic Modifications of Sulfur

This demonstration closely simulates Io’s surface and validates scientists’ conclusions about this satellite of Jupiter. It illustrates the import...

Kettlewell’s Missing Evidence

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Kettlewell’s Missing Evidence

The standard textbook account of Kettlewell and the peppered moths omits significant information. While instructors might merely amend the details, th...

Reinforcing Science with Web-Based Exercises

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Reinforcing Science with Web-Based Exercises

Little is known about the academic effectiveness of online instruction. To research this area, the authors created web-based exercises to support an e...

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