Student teams investigate a fictional anthrax case by modeling DNA sequencing and tracking down the "guilty" lab. B. The science behind identifying the suspected lab In the anthrax case, the ...

Go beyond the walls of the classroom and put your discipline into practice in real world settings. Learning Beyond the Classroom (LBC) is a certificate program that enhances student marketability in ...

Students investigate the genetic basis of taste by testing their ability to taste a bitter compound, and by sampling food. Do all people experience taste in the same way? Some people savor the flavor ...

An image is a powerful tool for earth and space science instruction. By providing a visual representation of the physical world, a photograph can set the stage for a conversation about science and how ...

This report elaborates on the Standards by providing a guide to optimize the ongoing activity in the science classroom that engages both teachers and students in making judgments about the students' ...

When schools cut physical education programs so students can spend more time in the classroom, they may be missing a golden opportunity to promote learning. When schools cut physical education ...

Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs) are simple, low-pressure ways to check how well students are understanding the material. These methods are efficient, student-centered strategies that provide ...