Core Ideas of Engineering and Technology

Journal Article | December 2011

This article addresses Chapter 8 of A Framework for K–12 Science Education, which presents core ideas in technology and engineering at the same level as core ideas in the traditional science fields.

Recognizing Excellence: Turtles and Technology

Journal Article | November 2011

This column features profiles of award-winning science programs and teachers. In this month’s issue students are involved in a real-world problem: how to protect a threatened species and become its advocate.

Technology in the Lab: Part Two

Journal Article | September 2005

Probeware is increasingly being implemented in science classrooms because it is less expensive than it used to be and improvements in hardware and software have made it more accessible to students and teachers. This…

Making in the Middle: Teacher-tested tips for integrating 3-D printing technologies into the science classroom

Journal Article | August 2019

Exploring maker spaces, engineering, and more

Methods and Strategies: Interactive Technology Strategies

Journal Article | October 2012

This column provides ideas and techniques to enhance your science teaching. This month’s issue describes how to nuture the language of science among English language learners.

Assistive Technology in the Inclusive Science Classroom

Journal Article | February 2007

Assistive Technology (AT) can be any item, piece of equipment, or teacher-made product that is designed to improve a student’s functional capability or help a student succeed in accessing the general education…

Science Sampler: Catapulting into technological design

Journal Article | October 2006

Unleash your students' interest in technological design by implementing this exciting, hands-on activity into your science curriculum. In this activity, students explore levers by designing and building a working…

Science 101: Does Technology Evolve?

Journal Article | September 2012

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue examines the evolution of technological products.

Integrating Technology: The Innovative Utensil Challenge

Journal Article | September 2018

This column shares how teachers use technology for assessment, student learning, or classroom management. This article talks about creating innovative problem-solvers.

Myths About the Nature of Technology and Engineering

Journal Article | June 2017

Using the philosophy of technology and engineering to expose misconceptions.