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NSTA Press Book
Uncovering Student Ideas in Science, Volume 1, Second Edition: 25 Formative Assessment Probes
This is the new updated edition of the first book in the bestselling Uncovering Student Ideas in Science series. Like the first edition of volume 1, this book helps pinpoint what your students know (or think they know) so you can monitor their learni...
By Page Keeley
NSTA Press Book
Preparing Teachers for Three-Dimensional Instruction
It’s not enough for teachers to read through the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and correlate their content to the established curriculum. Teachers must prepare to make the vision of the NGSS come alive in their classrooms. Editor Jack Rh...
NSTA Press Book
Problem-Based Learning in the Physical Science Classroom, K-12
Problem-Based Learning in the Physical Science Classroom, K–12 will help your students truly understand concepts such as motion, energy, and magnetism in true-to-life contexts. The book offers a comprehensive description of why, how, and when to im...
By Tom J. McConnell, Joyce Parker, Janet Eberhardt
Journal Article
Teaching Teachers: Learning From Failure
This column enhances the repertoire of preservice and inservice teachers. This month's article includes insights from a university and STARBASE ONE partnership program....
Journal Article
Teaching Teachers: The Scientist Showcase
This column enhances the repertoire of preservice and inservice teachers. A tool for highlighting diverse scientists in the elementary classroom....
Journal Article
Methods and Strategies: Teaching the Nature of Science to Elementary Students
This column provides ideas and techniques to enhance your science teaching. This month’s issue shares activities so that elementary students can learn about Nature of Science. When effectively integrated into inquiry investigations through proper s...
NSTA Press Book
Wind Energy, Grade 5: STEM Road Map for Elementary School
What if you could challenge your fifth graders to develop an economical, eco-friendly wind farm? With this volume in the STEM Road Map Curriculum Series, you can! Wind Energy outlines a journey that will steer your students toward authentic probl...