Over many years, the authors have inquired into the integration of science and literacy in primary grades. Students have used science notebooks as places to write and draw their scientific questions, predictions, observations, research notes, claims, reflections, and wonderings. At the same time, the authors have engaged their students in writers'…

As a chemistry teacher, Rosemary Davidson has found "infographics" (information graphics) successfully engage her students in science--not only in carrying out the research for classroom projects but also in presenting the results of their research to their peers. This article will help teachers integrate student-created infographics…

Presents information about eclipses and how to teach the concept to students. Explains what makes an eclipse annular. Presents different methods for safely viewing eclipses. (PR)

Describes the Joint Education Initiative (JEdI) project designed to instruct teachers how to access scientific data and images for classroom instruction. Presents a sample CD-ROM classroom computer activity that illustrates how CD images and databases can be combined for a science investigation comparing topography to gravity anomalies. (MCO)

This publication addresses the ways in which energy can be harnessed to improve the quality of human life. Seven units are included: (1) sundials; (2) solar houses; (3) greenhouse; (4) solar heaters; (5) windmills; (6) biomasses; and (7) photovolaic cells. Each unit contains six subheadings: objectives; introduction; presentation and…

Expounds on the importance of teaching the interrelationships among science, technology, and society (STS). Addresses the problem of what can be done to infuse STS into the social studies curriculum. Provides bibliographic entries, including resources from the Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC) useful to educators in developing and…

Describes the use of analogy relative to the classical theory of momentum and kinetic energy, and addresses the advantages and disadvantages of this approach with respect to modern physics. Discusses the origins of the billiard ball analogy in the work of Coriolis and its influence on later theories and investigations of nuclear fission, particle…

This booklet is part of a series designed to help students take and defend a position on public issues. This booklet addresses the issues faced by society and individuals due to advances in scientific knowledge. It presents questions, stories, and scenarios for student discussion. Students are instructed to identify three kinds of questions in a…