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Inquiry in the Chemistry Classroom: Perplexity, Model Testing, and Synthesis
Book Chapter |
Lavoisier's theory of combustion is used as a context for a set of interrelated, inquiry-fostering investigations in a high school chemistry class. Further, this example of chemistry inquiry is used to develop some…
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Magical Signs of Science: “Basic Indicators” for Student Inquiry
Book Chapter |
Advertisements capture consumers’ attention and motivate them to buy certain products. Similarly, teachers need to sell science to students by walking the talk of research-informed best practices. Magic signs with (dis)…
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The Role of Leadership in Fostering Inquiry-Based Learning and Teaching
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In this chapter, the author first address the concepts of inquiry and leadership presented in the National Science Education Standards (NRC 1996). Then presents examples of leaders who foster inquiry-based learning…
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Unlocking Reading Comprehension with Key Science Inquiry Skills
Book Chapter |
As secondary science teachers, we must remember that scientific literacy cannot be attained without fundamental literacy--the ability to read and comprehend textual information and write competently about the subject…
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Achieving a Vision of Inquiry: Rigorous, Engaging Curriculum and Instruction
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The changing emphases of the National Science Education Standards (NSES) have spurred many school districts to reinvent their science programs. New curricula development by National Science Foundation-funded programs…
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Inquiry Is Taking Flight Through Project Butterfly WINGS
Book Chapter |
Project Butterfly WINGS (Winning Investigative Network for Great Science) is designed to foster adolescents' interest, understanding, and long-term involvement in science, as well as promote positive youth development.…
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Ecological Monitoring Provides a Thematic Foundation for Student Inquiry
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The Project in Hawaii’s Intertidal (OPIHI) is a network of schools and scientist volunteers engaged in the widespread, systematic monitoring of Hawaii’s rocky intertidal zones. OPIHI originated through a partnership…
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Learning Science With Inquiry in the Clark County School District
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In 2005, Project PASS—Proficiency And Success in Science—was funded as a Mathematics and Science Partnership by the Nevada Department of Education. This three-year collaborative project was initiated with the goals of…
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Developing Inquiry Skills Along a Teacher Professional Continuum
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The setting for this chapter is Bradley University—a midsize, private, comprehensive university in a Midwestern community of approximately a quarter million people. In the past decade, new faculty members have brought…
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Usable Assessments for Teaching Science Content and Inquiry Standards
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This chapter reports on an approach to developing middle school science assessments using a learning-goals-driven design model. The design process for creating usable assessments that are aligned with curriculum and…
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Picture-Perfect Science Lessons, Expanded 2nd Edition: Using Children's Books to Guide Inquiry, 3-6
NSTA Press Book |
How do you improve upon perfection? For years, new and experienced elementary school teachers alike have extolled the virtues of Picture-Perfect Science Lessons—the expertly combined appeal of children’s picture books…
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NSTA Press Book |
Are you interested in using argument-driven inquiry for high school lab instruction but aren’t sure how to do it? You aren’t alone. Argument-Driven Inquiry in Chemistry is a one-stop source of expertise, advice, and…
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Book Chapter |
The authors begin the chapter with an assessment of the current state of science teaching and learning in elementary schools. This is followed by an examination of our collaborative work with elementary teachers. The…
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Using Augmented Reality to Augment Inquiry (and Fun!) in Your Lessons
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