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Scope on the Skies: Moon phases
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When teaching Moon phases, the focus seems to be on the sequence of Moon phases and, in some grade levels, how Moon phases occur. Either focus can sometimes be a challenge, especially without the use of models and…
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The Moon’s Phases and the Self Shadow
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In this article, the authors present a new way of teaching the phases of the Moon. Through the introduction of a self shadow (an idea of a shadow that is not well-known), they illuminate students’ understanding of the…
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Scope on the skies: Moons—Natural satellites
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This column focuses on astronomy throughout the year. The moons (natural satellites) of the solar system are especially interesting in their incredible range of diversity.
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Editor's Corner: Standing in the Moon’s Shadow
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The Science Teacher’s editor shares thoughts on the current issue.
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Bringing Moon Phases Down to Earth
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Teaching astronomy concepts to elementary students does not have to be complicated or require expensive materials. As a teacher resource agent for the American Astronomical Society and through involvement with other…
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Science Shorts: Taking a Look at the Moon
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The communication skills of reading and writing go hand in hand with science as natural partners for fostering students’ understandings of the world. The similarities that exist between reading and writing strategies…
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Formative Assessment Probes: The Daytime Moon
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This column focuses on promoting learning through assessment. This month’s issue discusses misconceptions about when you can see the moon.
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