Two-Year Community: Resolving Misconceptions Through Student Reflections

Journal Article | August 2017

This study aimed to identify and resolve misconceptions in three important STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) courses by using student reflective activities.

The Early Years: Using the 5Es to Teach Seasonal Changes

Journal Article | November 2017

Learn how to use a thermometer to investigate and document seasonal changes in the local environment.

A Unique Interdisciplinary Science Research Experience for First-Year Students

Journal Article | October 2011

This article describes a first-year, seminar-style class in which, under the direction of an advisor, students engage in a semester-long research project.

Editor's Note: Happy New Year and Welcome to the New Millennium

Journal Article | December 1999

Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue.

Two-Year Community: Life in the Universe: An Interdisciplinary Seminar Course

Journal Article | April 2013

This article describes highlights of a community college's 15-week interdisciplinary seminar course, Life in the Universe, including students' perceptions of the course elements.

The Early Years: What Can Young Children Do as Scientists?

Journal Article | August 2005

Children come to our classrooms with varying amounts of experience in exploring the natural world and participating in scientific inquiry. The school year's first meeting for science instruction can be a time to take…

First-Year Students Benefit From Reading Primary Research Articles

Journal Article | February 2011

Primary research articles discuss aspects of scientific inquiry that are important in understanding the nature of science. Yet, most introductory science courses use textbooks that ignore the scientific process;…