Science Sampler: Enhancing student understanding of physical and chemical changes

Journal Article | September 2009

Students within the Findlay, Ohio, City School District, as well as students across the country, struggle with understanding physical and chemical changes. Therefore, in this article, the authors suggest some standards-…

Promoting Physical Science to Education Majors: Making Connections between Science and Teaching

Journal Article | February 2005

We address student attitudes toward physical science content knowledge and skills by modeling pedagogy appropriate for the K–8 classroom. Attitude measurements show that students are initially reticent in their approach…

Universal Design for Learning Science: Reframing Elementary Instruction in Physical Science (e-book)

eBook | April 2020

Here’s good news: With this practical book, you can learn from experienced elementary school educators about how to make physical science both challenging and accessible for a diverse range of students. Written by…

Everyday Physical Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching (e-book)

eBook | February 2013

What can make a ball roll faster? Does the temperature of wood affect the heat of a fire? How can old-fashioned tin can telephones teach today’s students about sound and technology? By presenting everyday mysteries like…

Teaching Physics with Dynamic Simulation: Simulators connect science to everyday life

Journal Article | November 2002

Dynamic simulation has great potential as a tool for teaching physics and general science. These simulators provide students with laboratories for experimenting with phenomena in the context of real situations such as…

Motivation Toward a Graduate Career in the Physical Sciences: Gender Differences and the Impact on Science Career Productivity

Journal Article | February 2012

This study examines gender differences in the motivation to embark on graduate careers in physics and chemistry and whether this motivation can predict select future success outcomes for physical scientists.

NSTA Standards for Science Teacher Preparation

Page | June 2020

NSTA Standards for Science Teacher Preparation The NSTA/ASTE 2020 Science Standards for Teacher Preparation are now effective. These standards are intended to be used by science teacher preparation programs in preparing for accreditation or program design. These standards can also serve as a guide for state agencies…