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Rethinking the Science Fair
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Craven, John; Hogan, Tracy – Phi Delta Kappan, 2008
Spring is the season when thousands of creased cardboard pests can be found lodged under the armpits of students and teachers as they observe the educational rite of spring known as the school science fair. A recent visit to a local school's gymnasium to witness one of these events reminded the authors of why they so dislike science fairs. In this…
Descriptors: Science Activities, Science Fairs, Science Education, Student Projects
Rethinking the Science Fair
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Craven, John; Hogan, Tracy – Education Digest: Essential Readings Condensed for Quick Review, 2008
In this article, the authors reflect on whether the competitiveness of science fairs does anything to enhance the learning environment of schools. The authors narrate how a visit to a local school's gymnasium to witness one of these gala events reminded them of why they so dislike science fairs. The authors mention that they applaud any sincere…
Descriptors: Science Fairs, Science Activities, Science Education, Student Projects