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Trekking Across the Science Boundaries
Stories are powerful learning tools in science education. The story of "our place in the universe" is the grand science narrative of the origin and evolution of galaxies, stars, planets, and life. This article describes the use of cosmic evolution as...
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This article discusses how the evolution of stars from birth in giant clouds of gas and dust to death in catastrophic explosions sets the stage for planets and life to form. This article provides information about the Chandra X-Ray Center (CXC) educa...
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Editor's Corner: Exploring Our Place in the Universe
Gazing upward, the night sky has always been a source of awe and wonder. It is difficult not to ponder the truly profound questions of existence. How did everything begin? How big is the universe? What is our place in the universe? The Field Editor ...
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Delve into microbiology with the assistance of micro*scope--a free, online resource with an image-rich database of eukaryotic and prokaryotic microbes. The resource can be easily incorporated into the science curriculum because microbial communities ...
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Idea Bank: History of Science Poster Challenge
To learn more about the history of science, secondary level physics students chose a physicist to nominate to the “Physicist Hall of Fame.” The project ultimately involved two student products: a persuasive paper describing the physicist’s work...
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Career of the Month: An Interview with NASA Astronaut Ellen Ochoa
If there's no career exciting enough for you here on Earth, then shoot for the stars... literally! This issue's Career of the Month column profiles NASA astronaut Ellen Ochoa, the first Hispanic woman to fly on a mission to space. Your students will ...
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Students learn about space exploration through an online, cross-curricular program. STAR students are encouraged to apply their knowledge in creative ways—such as through stories and screenplays—as they approach an authentic problem involving spa...
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Who says that art and science don't mix? Art provides students a way to visually represent their scientific knowledge and at the same time helps teachers assess student understanding. The author, a high school chemistry teacher, includes at least one...
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Career of the Month: An Interview with Art Conservation Scientist, M. Susan Barger
This month's Careers in Science column focuses on art conservation science. This fascinating career combines science, art techniques, and materials history. Introduce your students to M. Susan Barger by sharing this information with them, and as a re...
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Commentary: Where are We Now? (January 2005)
Trends in Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) and the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA), two major international studies of achievement in science and mathematics, provide insights and an opportunity to increase students' science ...
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Drawing Students Out: Using sketching exercises to hone observation skills
Integrating art into science can help students hone their observation skills. In this introductory biology course, the teacher requires students to sketch everything from prepared slides of mitosis and plant anatomy to field sightings of birds and pr...