Articles tagged with High School Science
The Office of Naval Research (ONR) has announced significant investments in technology and education to promote student interest in the sciences. The agency is supporting various partnerships aimed at kindling student enthusiasm for STEM disciplines, with a focus on teacher training and hands-on activities.
A new initiative by Oregon State University aims to enhance science literacy among rural Americans through free-choice learning opportunities. The program seeks to tap into local scientific expertise, organize events, and create adult 'science clubs' across the nation.
Ameya Deshmukh's project wins first place with computer modeling to identify new medications for nicotine addiction. Kevin Knight's study suggests that cognitive games could be useful as an adjunct to ADHD medication.
Middle school students may struggle to understand science texts due to lack of academic language skills, but Word Generation program provides tools for teachers to guide them. The program teaches systematic vocabulary development and nuanced understanding of complex scientific concepts.
The Lemelson-MIT InvenTeam initiative awards $10,000 grants to 15 teams of high school students to create technological solutions for global challenges. These projects include a human-powered UV water filtration device and a physical therapy chair designed to reduce muscular atrophy.
A new MSU program aims to increase interest in STEM courses by providing mentorship, course counseling, and college preparation resources. The three-year initiative also includes a research component to improve understanding of educational requirements for various career paths.
A study by University of Virginia professor Robert Tai and Harvard University researcher Philip Sadler found that high school students with weak math backgrounds who engage in self-structured learning practices may perform poorly in college science. In contrast, those with stronger math skills who receive more guidance in their high sc...
The AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books promotes science literacy among young readers. The prize recognizes 19 finalists in four categories, including children's picture books, middle grades science books, young adult science books, and hands-on activity books. Winners will receive $1,500 and a plaque.
The Lemelson-MIT InvenTeam initiative awards grants to 16 US high schools for inventive projects, fostering STEM skills and encouraging real-world problem-solving. This year's projects include alternative energy solutions, assistive technologies, and innovative agricultural systems.
The University of Oklahoma's K20 Scholars program receives a $135,000 contribution from BP to support high school graduates pursuing energy-related degrees. The program offers four-year scholarships, service-learning projects, and research experiences, aiming to increase the number of students in science and engineering fields.
The Integrated Marine Program and College Training (IMPACT) Project has been successful in preparing low-income, first-generation students for postsecondary education. With a 95% success rate, the program helps students prepare for college through hands-on activities, lectures, and computer-based training.
The Newark Geoscience Scholars program aims to expose city students to the wonders of and career possibilities in geoscience, addressing a shortage of minority candidates. The program will utilize Rutgers-Newark graduate students and partner with local institutions to provide hands-on science work from kindergarten through the 12th grade.
A national survey of US high school girls found that those reporting anabolic steroid use had more health-harming behaviors, including smoking and taking diet pills. They were also more likely to experience mental health issues, such as depression and suicidal thoughts.
The Moody's Mega Math Challenge attracts top eleventh and twelfth graders from the New York City metropolitan area, who compete to solve a realistic math modeling problem. The challenge offers scholarship prizes ranging from $1,000 to $20,000.
The American Physiological Society awarded over $150,000 in fellowships to 20 middle and high school teachers for a summer of in-depth scientific research. The program aims to promote excellence in K-12 science education by giving teachers laboratory research experience and effective education strategies.
American students struggle with science texts due to oversimplification, despite being unprepared for complex language and concepts. A proposed experiment aims to improve student preparation by introducing more challenging books, potentially leading to better SAT scores.
Penn State researchers found that working outside school affects not only U.S. children but also children worldwide, leading to negative effects on math and science achievement. Light work such as babysitting also has detrimental effects on academic progress.
Young scientists across the country will display their projects examining the theme 'Our Changing Earth' at science centers nationwide. The students, aged 10-12, have worked months on hands-on projects to learn about topics such as water quality, landslides, satellite images, and El Niño weather patterns.
The use of science fiction films in teaching science courses at the college and precollege levels significantly enhances students' understanding of scientific principles. Film segments from four science fiction or television series will be screened and discussed to illustrate or violate scientific principles, debunking pseudo-science.
The National Science Foundation's (NSF) Teacher Experience in Antarctica (TEA) program pairs K-12 teachers with scientists for three- to four-week stints, promoting science education and research integration. The six selected teachers will work on research projects at Antarctic stations or vessels.