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An Introduction to Tissue Engineering Using Hydrogels
This article presents a three-part classroom activity that introduces students to examples of research in the field of tissue engineering and allows t...
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After the Lab: Learning Begins When Cleanup Starts
Having students design their own methods regarding data collection during a lab may help them formulate appropriate investigative procedures. The auth...
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Developing Intuitive Reasoning With Graphs to Support Science Arguments
This article describes two activities—one math activity and one science activity—that teach students how to make a scientific argument and articul...
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Introducing <i>A Framework for K–12 Science Education</i>: A Message to Our Members
The author gives an overview of the National Research Council's newly released A Framework for K–12 Science Education....
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A Field Trip Without Buses: Connecting Your Students to Scientists Through a Virtual Visit
One school offers zipTrips as an alternative to actual field trips taken outside of school. ZipTrips are web- and broadcast-delivered electronic field...
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Current Research: 2011 Summer Reading Suggestions
A list of science education research articles compiled by NSTA's Committee on Research in Science Education, the Association for Science Teacher Educa...
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Cloud Study Investigators: Using NASA's CERES S'COOL in Problem-Based Learning
During a problem-based learning activity, middle school students conduct authentic scientific research by observing and recording information about cl...
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Exploring Seafloor Volcanoes in Cyberspace: NOAA's <i>Ocean Explorer</i> Inspires Inquiry
Seafloor exploration being done by scientists is an ideal way to introduce students to technology as a tool for inquiry. The same technology that allo...