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Favorite Demonstration: Using Elodea as a Live Model of the Eukaryotic Cell
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In this demonstration, the aquatic plant called Common Waterweed, Elodea Canadensis, serves as a model for cell function. The plant clearly exhibits cell activity by visibly demonstrating cytoplasmic streaming, which…
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Science 101: Why are there so many different models of light?
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Is light a ray, a wave, or a particle? Yes, yes, and yes. An article in this issue (“The Benefits of Scientific Modeling,” p. 40) discusses the process of scientific modeling, and light is a great example of how…
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Science Sampler: Successful lab reports through model analysis
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Despite your best efforts, are the majority of your middle school students unable to write detailed, complete lab reports? If your answer is a resounding “yes,” try implementing Model Analysis into your science…
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Cell Organelles and Silk Batik: A Model for Integrating Art and Science
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This activity integrates science and art concepts around the theme of cell organelles using the exciting and somewhat unusual medium of painted silk batik.
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Tried and True: Modeling changes in matter, magnifying interest in science
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At Daniell Middle School in Marietta Georgia, students’ interest in science and understanding of matter has been magnified. This is due, at least in part, to science faculty, who are convinced that a hands-on, inquiry…
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Inquiry methods have been successful in improving science literacy in students of all ages. Model-Based Inquiry (MBI) is an instructional model that engages students in the practices of science through the collaborative…
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