Skip to main content

Home/ Classroom 2.0/ Group items tagged Science Teaching

Rss Feed Group items tagged

Filter: All | Bookmarks | Topics Simple Middle
1More

Why Use Web 20 Tools when Teaching Science or Math? - 0 views

www.teachscienceandmath.com/...-when-teaching-science-or-math advantages collaboration free web tools learning Math online podcasts Science teaching 2.0
shared by David Wetzel on 23 Apr 10 - Cached
  • David Wetzel on 23 Apr 10
     
    The following is a common question heard around teacher workrooms, teacher lunchrooms, faculty meetings, and science or math conferences. "Why use web 2.0 tools when teaching science or math?" The answer is both simple and complex at the same time.
1More

Little Known Ways to Integrate Wikis in Science Class - 0 views

www.teachscienceandmath.com/...tegrate-wikis-in-science-class advantages of wikis animations flickr learning Science simulations teaching stratgeies Technology web 2.0 wiki
shared by David Wetzel on 28 Apr 10 - Cached
  • David Wetzel on 28 Apr 10
     
    Wiki pages are always a work in progress. The wiki is like a dynamic online science classroom which continually grows and changes. Applications for the use of Wikis in science classrooms is only limited by the creativeness of the teacher in support science teaching and student earning.
10More

The 21st Century Centurion: 21st Century Questions - 0 views

21stcenturion.blogspot.com/...21st-century-questions.html 21stcenturyskills
shared by J Black on 31 Jan 09 - Cached
  • The report extended literacy to “Five New Basics” - English, mathematics, science, social studies, and computer science. A Nation At Risk specified that all high school graduates should be able to “understand the computer as an information, computation and communication device; students should be able to use the computer in the study of the other Basics and for personal and work-related purposes; and students should understand the world of computers, electronics, and related technologies."That was 1983 - twenty- six years ago. I ask you, Ben: Has education produced students with basic knowledge in the core disciplines and computer science TODAY? Are we there yet? OR - are we still at risk for not producing students with the essential skills for success in 1983?
    • J Black
      J Black on 31 Jan 09
       
      I had never really considered this before...how computer science has been totally left out of the equaltion....why is that? Cost of really delivering this would be enormous -- think how much money the districts would have to pour into the school systems.
  • On June 29, 1996, the U. S. Department of Education released Getting America's Students Ready for the 21st Century; Meeting the Technology Literacy Challenge, A Report to the Nation on Technology and Education. Recognizing the rapid changes in workplace needs and the vast challenges facing education, the Technology Literacy Challenge launched programs in the states that focused on a vision of the 21st century where all students are “technologically literate.” Four goals, relating primarily to technology skills, were advanced that focused specifically on: 1.) Training and support for teachers; 2.) Acquisition of multimedia computers in classrooms; 3.) Connection to the Internet for every classroom; and 4.) Acquiring effective software and online learning resources integral to teaching the school's curriculum.
    • J Black
      J Black on 31 Jan 09
       
      we are really stuck here....the training and support -- the acquisition of hardware, connectivity etc.
  • Our profession is failing miserably to respond to twenty-six years of policy, programs and even statutory requirements designed to improve the ability of students to perform and contribute in a high performance workplace. Our students are losing while we are debating.
    • J Black
      J Black on 31 Jan 09
       
      This is really, really well said here...bravo
  • ...2 more annotations...
  • In 2007, The Report of the NEW Commission on the Skills of the American Workforce: Tough Choices or Tough Times made our nation hyperaware that "World market professionals are available in a wide range of fields for a fraction of what U.S. professionals charge." Guess what? While U.S. educators stuck learned heads in the sand, the world's citizens gained 21st century skills! Tough Choices spares no hard truth: "Our young adults score at “mediocre” levels on the best international measure of performance." Do you think it is an accident that the word "mediocre" is used? Let's see, I believe we saw it w-a-a-a-y back in 1983 when A Nation At Risk warned of a "tide of mediocrity." Tough Choices asks the hard question: "Will the world’s employers pick U.S. graduates when workers in Asia will work for much less? Then the question is answered. Our graduates will be chosen for global work "only if the U.S. worker can compete academically, exceed in creativity, learn quickly, and demonstrate a capacity to innovate." There they are
    • J Black
      J Black on 31 Jan 09
       
      This is exactly what dawns on students when they realize what globalization means for them..the incredibly stiff competition that it is posed to bring about.
  • “Learning is what most adults will do for a living in the 21st century."
  • J Black on 31 Jan 09
     
    The report extended literacy to "Five New Basics" - English, mathematics, science, social studies, and computer science. A Nation At Risk specified that all high school graduates should be able to "understand the computer as an information, computation and communication device; students should be able to use the computer in the study of the other Basics and for personal and work-related purposes; and students should understand the world of computers, electronics, and related technologies." That was 1983 - twenty- six years ago. I ask you, Ben: Has education produced students with basic knowledge in the core disciplines and computer science TODAY? Are we there yet? OR - are we still at risk for not producing students with the essential skills for success in 1983?
1More

Top 10 Online Tools for Teaching Science and Math - 0 views

www.teachscienceandmath.com/...-for-teaching-science-and-math science teach math and strategies technology twitter animoto digital media wallwisher google earth
shared by David Wetzel on 30 Jul 10 - Cached
  • David Wetzel on 30 Jul 10
     
    Why use Web 2.0 tools in science and math classes? The primary reason is they facilitate access to input and interaction with content through reading, writing, listening, and speaking. These tools offer enormous advantages for science and math teachers, in terms of helping their students learn using Web 2.0 tools. For example: * Most of these tools can be edited from any computer connected to the Internet. Teachers can add, edit and delete information even during class time. * Students learn how to use these tools for academic purposes and, at the same time, can transfer their use to their personal lives and future professional careers. * RSS feeds allow students to access all the desired research information on one page. * Students learn to be autonomous in their learning process.
1More

AAAS - The World's Largest General Scientific Society - 6 views

www.aaas.org science news technology education associations Environment tools resources teaching
shared by Jim Farmer on 31 May 10 - Cached
  • Jim Farmer on 31 May 10
     
    The American Association for the Advancement of Science, "Triple A-S" (AAAS), is an international non-profit organization dedicated to advancing science around the world by serving as an educator, leader, spokesperson and professional association. In addition to organizing membership activities, AAAS publishes the journal Science, as well as many scientific newsletters, books and reports, and spearheads programs that raise the bar of understanding for science worldwide.
1More

Understanding the true nature of science - The Learner's Way - 3 views

thelearnersway.net/...ing-the-true-nature-of-science education technology science teaching learning
shared by Nigel Coutts on 23 Apr 17 - No Cached
  • Nigel Coutts on 23 Apr 17
     
    As thousands take to the streets as part of a global 'March for Science' it is worth considering the significant role that education has to play. What are the messages we need to send our students about science and what role have schools played in creating the current climate? Now seems like the time to pause and reflect on the place of science in our community and our schools.
1More

5 Most Popular Teach Science and Math Posts for August 2010 - 1 views

www.teachscienceandmath.com/...and-math-posts-for-august-2010 technology web2.0 teaching twitter science teach and math wolfram livebinders flip cameras ipod apps
shared by David Wetzel on 04 Sep 10 - Cached
  • David Wetzel on 04 Sep 10
     
    These popular posts include using Wolfram, LiveBinders, Twitter, Flip Cameras, and iPod touch apps in science and math.
1More

Why Use an iPod Touch in Science and Math Classrooms? - 0 views

www.teachscienceandmath.com/...in-science-and-math-classrooms mobile learning ipod touch science and math how why interactive technology teaching strategies critical thinking teach to
shared by David Wetzel on 19 Aug 10 - Cached
  • David Wetzel on 19 Aug 10
     
    The iPod Touch brings a new dimension to teaching and learning in the science or math classroom - Mobile Learning! No longer are students required to only learn within the confines of their classroom when using this digital tool.
1More

Why Use Technology to Teach Science and Math? - 0 views

www.teachscienceandmath.com/...logy-to-teach-science-and-math cbl probeware data loggers education technology google docs science and math integration twitter wiki
shared by David Wetzel on 17 Feb 10 - Cached
  • David Wetzel on 17 Feb 10
     
    Questions are raised as to why the use of technology to teach science and math meets such resistance in education.
1More

To Blog or Not To Blog in Science or Math Class - 0 views

www.teachscienceandmath.com/...-blog-in-science-or-math-class blogging technology education learning science teach and math why create blog web project strategies based teaching
shared by David Wetzel on 12 Aug 10 - Cached
  • David Wetzel on 12 Aug 10
     
    The primary purpose of blog is to facilitate interaction between a teacher and his or her students. This is possible because a blog is a dynamic tool which can be easily updated or transformed as necessary to meet the needs of a science or math class. The integration of blog technology in a class requires an investment of time. Because of this commitment, additional evidence is needed to support the integration this technology in a science or math class curriculum.
1More

Introduction to Inquiry-Based Learning - 55 views

teachinquiry.com/...Introduction.html design-based learning education inquiry inquiry-based learning learning problem-based learning project-based learning science teaching video
shared by Paul Beaufait on 23 Nov 12 - No Cached
  • Paul Beaufait on 23 Nov 12
     
    "It is crucial to recognize that inquiry-based teaching should not be viewed as a technique or instructional practice or method used to teach a subject. Rather, inquiry starts with teachers as engaged learners and researchers with the foundational belief that the topics they teach are rich, living and generous places for wonder and exploration." (para. 4, retrieved 2012.11.23)
1More

The Ummed School - Best School in Jodhpur - 0 views

www.facebook.com/...1911688165562887 #TheUmmedSchool #Holisticlearning #funlearning #education #fun #BestSchoolinJodhpur
shared by theummedschool on 24 Apr 18 - No Cached
  • theummedschool on 24 Apr 18
     
    Our holistic learning approach continues in different forms, so, today lemonade making activity organized in The Ummed School in which students learned how 2-3 substances are mixed and a totally new substance is formed. This type of practical learning approach helps a lot in developing creativity and forming a thought process. Lemonade is the drink of choice for countless people-and now you can use it to teach your little ones the scientific method! This fun science activity for kids allows children to make their own lemonade while following directions, making a hypothesis, and collecting data through observation. Activity Instructions Cut a lemon into four pieces and throw away all of the seeds. Put a piece of lemon in a Ziploc bag, one for each child and one for yourself. Help your children measure and add a half a cup of water and a teaspoon of sugar to their bags. When all of the ingredients are added, zip the bags. Help your child squeeze the lemon into the bag and shake it up to mix the contents. As you are shaking it ask your kids to predict what will happen to the ingredients. Have them talk about the changes they are seeing within the bag and how they think the lemonade will taste. After 30 seconds, stop mixing and add a couple of ice cubes to each bag. Hand your little ones a straw and enjoy! The outcome of Activity This fun science activity for kids will teach your little ones how to follow the scientific method. They will listen to your instructions, predict the outcome of the activity, and make observations throughout. Additionally, they will create a delicious drink that they can enjoy!
1More

Making the Most of Wikis in Your Science or Math Classroom - 0 views

www.teachscienceandmath.com/...your-science-or-math-classroom algebra chemsitry education techmology physics podcasts real world math Science teaching and learning web 2.0 wiki
shared by David Wetzel on 24 May 10 - Cached
  • David Wetzel on 24 May 10
     
    Wikis are the most popular Web 2.0 tool being used in science and math classrooms. Based on a survey of readers - 43 percent use them to support their teaching and student learning. A Wiki is appealing, encourages participation, supports collaboration, and promotes interaction by students who love to use technology. By the way - this includes most students today!
1More

Staff Picks: Sports Science | Exploratorium - 22 views

www.exploratorium.edu/...sports_science science sports math resources
shared by Jim Farmer on 10 Aug 10 - Cached
  • Jim Farmer on 10 Aug 10
     
    By making science visible, touchable, and accessible to a wide variety of people-at the museum, online, and in the classroom-our explore-for-yourself way of learning and teaching impacts science education worldwide.
1More

Engaging Students with Digital Media in Science and Math - 0 views

www.teachscienceandmath.com/...ital-media-in-science-and-math digital images in education videos Math Science teaching and strategies using media
shared by David Wetzel on 26 Jul 10 - Cached
  • David Wetzel on 26 Jul 10
     
    Digital Media follows the old adage "A picture is worth a thousand words!" when it comes to science and math. The use of visuals is ideal for helping students construct background knowledge for developing a better understanding of science and math concepts.
1More

Science NetLinks: Resources for Teaching Science - 2 views

www.sciencenetlinks.com interactive resources science
shared by adina sullivan on 07 May 08 - Cached
  • adina sullivan on 07 May 08
     
    Providing a wealth of resources for K-12 science educators, Science NetLinks is your guide to meaningful standards-based Internet experiences for students.
20More

Education Week: Backers of '21st-Century Skills' Take Flak - 0 views

www.edweek.org/...23pushback_ep.h28.html 21stCentury debate
shared by Sheri Edwards on 05 Mar 09 - Cached
  • Unless states that sign on to the movement ensure that all students are also taught a body of explicit, well-sequenced content, a focus on skills will not help students develop higher-order critical-thinking abilities, they said at a panel discussion here in the nation’s capital last week.
  • Array of Skills In the Partnership for 21st Century Skills’ vision for K-12 education, the arches of the rainbow depict outcomes, while the pools represent the resources needed to support those outcomes. But critics contend that states implementing this vision might focus too heavily on discrete skills instruction, at the expense of core content. SOURCE: Partnership for 21st Century Skills
  • Ten states have agreed to work with P21 to incorporate a focus on technology, analytical and communication skills into their content standards, teacher training, and assessments.
  • ...16 more annotations...
  • “We’ve been having this curriculum war for years.”
  • Mr. Kay, in contrast, painted the P21 vision as one that transcends this debate. The partnership tries to encourage states to be more deliberative about how they help students learn the skills,
  • “[But] the liberal arts movement, which we embrace, has not been as purposeful and intentional about the skill outcomes as we need to be.”
  • Mr. Willingham argued not only that the teaching of skills is inseparable from that of core content, but also that it is the content itself that allows individuals to recognize problems and to determine which critical-thinking skills to apply to solve them.
  • Students become proficient critical thinkers only by gleaning a broad body of knowledge in multiple content domains, he said.
  • Those techniques include student-directed methods such as project-based learning, which requires students to work in groups to solve a specified problem, relying on teachers for guidance rather than for explicit instruction.
  • “Teachers will rise to the challenge given the kind of supports they need.”
  • “If [curriculum] is just picking up a manual, or a series of nonconnected or nonsequenced experiments in science or literary works with no connection and no background knowledge, it’s not going to help our kids think any better,” she said in an interview.
  • Academics like Ms. Darling-Hammond said that setting forth a clear understanding once and for all about what students should know, and which teaching methods best help students engage that content in depth, will be crucial to putting such debates to rest.
  • The highest-scoring countries on international exams, she said, undertook efforts to outline such goals specifically 20 to 30 years ago. “When you really think about delivering a rich curriculum, it takes a very skillful type of teaching,” Ms. Darling-Hammond said. “It can be done badly; we have to acknowledge that. But we don’t really have a choice, if we want to join other nations.”
  • Meanwhile the critics go about squawking while promoting their own panaceas
  • he majority of kids just go right on tuning out, dropping out, or just getting by
  • I challenge what I read by looking at source material. These are timeless skills. It's the technology that is 21st century.
  • As for the topics we are unfamiliar with, the poster just before me rightly points out that the Internet is out there for just that purpose. Real teachers are also learners, and should be constantly seeking to know more.
  • Many recent studies have concluded that the current system is broken beyond repair and that point solutions like those being advocates above cannot fix it. We know that people learn best when they teach others so small groups that encourage peer-to-peer mentoring should be encouraged. Those same small groups require the students to learn and use the high-performance skills advocated by P21. At the same time, there is a body of knowledge that has been determined to be important to a student's future - represented by the state academic content standards. Robust, in-depth discussions of academic content help achieve the mastery of academic content. To ensure the content has meaning, it is best learned in a multi-disciplinary environment. By embedding a selected set of content standards from a variety of disciplines into a realistic setting/project the students get the opportunity to use the knowledge and go beyond the standards as their interest leads them.
  • The fact is, while "experts" pore over the fabric of pedagogical delivery methods, online teaching and learning is quietly replacing classroom environments globally. Educators better make some quick adjustments or the very definition of what an "education" means nowadays will make many of these folks irrelevant.
  • Sheri Edwards on 05 Mar 09
     
    What do you think? How do we envision the future and teach for it?
1More

Finnish educator offers suggestions for American schools - Marin Independent Journal - 17 views

www.marinij.com/ci_19990696 Finland finnedchat edchat Education learning teaching American schools Pasi Sahlberg
shared by Tero Toivanen on 20 Feb 12 - No Cached
  • Tero Toivanen on 20 Feb 12
     
    "Marin County educators gathered this week to imagine a world without standardized tests, one in which teachers would teach less and students would study less - yet score near the top on international tests of math, reading and science. Teaching would be a highly regarded profession in this world, and decisions about curriculum and other aspects of education would be made at the school - rather than the state or county level. The "achievement gap" between rich and poor schools would be unknown, as all schools would provide their students with a high level of education, along with free meals, counseling and health care. This mythical world of teachers' dreams has a name: Finland."
1More

Free Homework Help Videos from Brightstorm - Math, Science, Test Prep - Brightstorm - 30 views

www.brightstorm.com tutorials Videos math education web2.0 science teaching tools resources
shared by Jim Farmer on 31 Aug 11 - Cached
  • Jim Farmer on 31 Aug 11
     
    Our mission at Brightstorm is to be the best place to learn in the world. We believe that great learning starts with great teaching. So, we find the best teachers, film them teaching, and build learning solutions around those great teacher videos.
1More

How Science Works - Clip Bank - BP Educational Service (BPES) - Free Teaching Resource - 43 views

www.bp.com/howscienceworks free teaching resource free teaching resource ks3 ks4 chemistry physics science bp bpes iwb interactive technology education
shared by sophie bessemer on 10 Nov 11 - No Cached
  • sophie bessemer on 10 Nov 11
     
    I've not shared to this group before, but wondered if you'd be interested in this free science teaching resource we've produced on behalf of BP Educational Service. It's been targeted to the UK curricula with some great educational videos and animations.
1 - 20 of 258 Next › Last »
Showing 20▼ items per page