Focus on Physics: Electromagnetic Waves and the Speed of Light

Journal Article | January 2018

This column helps teachers build an understanding of physical principles. This issue covers electromagnetic waves.

Focus on Physics: The Delightful Addition of Colored Lights

Journal Article | February 2018

This column helps teachers build an understanding of physical principles. This article describes how you can produce such colorful shadows for students and the general public in your classroom or an auditorium.

Safer Science: Shining a Light on Laser Safety

Journal Article | December 2013

This column provides best safety practices for the science classroom and laboratory. This month’s issue discusses how to safely use lasers.

Scope on Safety: LAMP: Shining a Light on Safety

Journal Article | February 2014

This column shares safety information for your classroom. This month’s issue discusses LAMP: an acronym for lead, asbestos, mercury, and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs).The article describes where in the school…

There’s More to Light Than Meets the Eye

Journal Article | January 2008

This investigation was part of a multi-lesson unit that gave students direct experience using increasingly sophisticated tools to make more detailed observations and measurements of light. Through these lessons,…

The New Teacher's Toolbox: Lighting the Fire of Enthusiasm

Journal Article | February 2012

This column shares tips for teachers just beginning their career. This month’s issue discusses the role that excitement plays in the classroom and provides tips to generate interest and enthusiasm when students need it…

Health Wise: Shining a Light on Skin Cancer

Journal Article | June 2013

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Scope on Safety: Black lights—Don’t be in the dark

Journal Article | December 2010

Some middle school science teachers take advantage of black light technology phenomena and fluorescent materials in classroom demonstrations and laboratory investigations. Should they be concerned about students working…