Articles tagged with Science Teaching
The Iturralde Crater Expedition 2002 aims to determine if the site was created by a meteor impact. The team will analyze rocks, soil, and magnetic properties to confirm or rule out an impact origin. They will also examine the area's vegetation structure and drainage patterns.
Giacinto Scoles receives Peter Debye Award in Physical Chemistry for inventing new methods of creating controlled molecular beams, allowing study of chemical reactions in unprecedented detail. These techniques also contribute to the development of better semiconductors with improved performance.
The President's Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching recognize exceptional educators who inspire students to explore STEM fields. This year, 600 nominees were selected from across the country, with each state receiving two award winners.
Arthur Buikema, a Fulbright fellow, developed two new courses in Environmental Science and Health at the National University of Science and Technology in Zimbabwe. He introduced alternative teaching strategies and integrated technology into education, giving students handouts instead of traditional lecture notes due to limited resources.
A recent study identified six essential features of professional development that improve instruction in math and science, including active learning, coherence, and content-focused courses. Effective programs also involve collective participation, duration, and reform-based activities.
A National Science Foundation-funded study is examining the theory that media messages received as early as middle school influence women and minority students' career choices. The research aims to create a new curriculum to educate teachers about media messages and career options, while collecting data on students' media habits.
The RIDGE 2000 program will focus on the integration of research across a wide range of disciplines to study complex seafloor ecosystems and geological processes. With an investment of $27 million, the program aims to address questions that bridge gaps between disciplines.
This study shows that moderate drinkers have better mental and physical health compared to lifelong abstainers and former drinkers. The findings suggest that people who give up drinking due to ill health tend to be less healthy than lifelong abstainers.
The Center for Informal Learning and Schools (CILS) aims to prepare leaders in informal science education, conduct research, and provide professional development opportunities. Researchers will examine innovative methods of science teaching and design creative learning environments.
The American Sociological Association's Annual Meeting will discuss human subjects protection in social sciences, featuring a panel presentation on the topic. The special session aims to address issues related to research, teaching, and training in human subjects protection.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has launched a web-based forum on the debate over genetically modified foods, providing a balanced scientific view on related issues. The site features commentaries from top scientists, a glossary of terms, and a model curriculum for teaching genetic modification.
A new study by NC State University professor Dr. John L. Hubisz found significant errors in widely used middle school physical science textbooks, including incorrect statements about Newton's first law of motion and the equator's location. The study also criticized textbook layout, exercises, and the lack of clear authors.
The American Chemical Society is co-sponsoring a briefing on math and science teaching, focusing on improving K-12 education in the US. The briefing will discuss the recent report 'Before It's Too Late' and the National Commission on Mathematics and Science Teaching for the 21st Century's progress.
According to a report by Lawrence S. Lerner, 31 states handle evolution adequately, but only nine explicitly cover human evolution and another nine do so by implication. The remaining 19 states receive poor grades for teaching evolution, with some even avoiding the term altogether.
Ezra A. Brown, professor of mathematics at Virginia Tech, received the George Pólya Award for his article 'Square Roots from 1;24,51,10 to Dan Shanks' published in College Mathematics Journal in March 1999. The award recognizes excellence in mathematical exposition.
A Penn State researcher found that elementary school teachers face enormous time pressure, with those having children feeling the most stressed. Schools need to incorporate the value of teacher's work and family commitments into policy-making.
The Web Weather for Kids website has won an award for its online weather forecasting contest, which aims to engage middle schoolers in predicting the weather. The site's success is attributed to its interactive and educational content, which teaches students about thunderstorms, tornadoes, and other phenomena.
Dr. Jeanne Sauber will present a lecture on the earthquake hazard in Alaska, studying subduction from space, at the National Science Teachers Association convention in Boston. She will discuss direct measurements of subduction using space-based data and its implications for Alaskan plate movement.
Rocky Kolb will discuss the first second in the life of the universe, describing a hot primordial soup of 'elementary' particles. He explores how this soup has cooled and condensed into the cosmic structure we see today. Kolb's work is praised for its clarity and insight.
Researcher Jasna Jovanovic's study found that girls are less interested and confident in science due to systemic issues outside the classroom. The study of 165 students in innovative science classrooms showed a decrease in girls' self-perceived scientific abilities, highlighting the need for broader solutions.
Science Theatre engages new audiences for science through hands-on experiments and stage programs focusing on significant scientific topics. Volunteers gain valuable education and communication skills through the program.
The American Chemical Society presents a new paper linking science education with community service projects, aiming to improve student engagement and retention rates. Researchers found that hands-on scientific activities in the classroom increased students' interest in STEM fields.
The American Institute of Physics hosts a major physics meeting in Columbus, featuring discussions and press conferences among attendees. Online abstracts and a virtual pressroom are also available on the APS website, providing access to meeting information, schedules, and related resources.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University found that direct instruction using the Control of Variables Strategy is effective in teaching young children about science. Children can distinguish between knowing an answer and having to guess with minimal training, making it a crucial process skill for scientific experimentation.
Colin Adams, Williams College math professor, has been awarded the Deborah and Franklin Tepper Haimo Distinguished Teaching Award for his innovative teaching methods and ability to increase student enrollments in mathematics classes. He is also recognized for involving undergraduates in serious pure mathematics research.
A new approach to math education, developed by Dr. Alex Friedlander, focuses on investigative experiences that motivate children to discover mathematical principles. This method encourages creative problem-solving and allows advanced students to learn at their own pace.
Ray Turner, a renowned expert on using toys to teach physics, has won the American Association of Physics Teachers' Excellence in Undergraduate Physics Education Award. He uses non-threatening toys like miniature cars and ball-spinning circus seals to make complex concepts accessible to students of all ages.
The American Phytopathological Society recognizes distinguished members with the Fellows designation for their contributions to plant pathology. The Society also presents several awards, including the Excellence in Extension Award and the Ruth Allen Award, to honor outstanding research and teaching achievements in the field.
Researchers link childhood bullying to severe consequences in adulthood, including alcoholism, violent crime, and low self-esteem. Parents and teachers can intervene early with role-playing and conflict resolution techniques to break the cycle of bullying.