Science Teaching: Growth Only Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone
Introduction: Many times when I tell people that I am going to teach high school, they give me a look of horror. This look actually […]
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Creating a “Safe Space” for Students Experiencing Trauma
Introduction Trauma is a very hard thing for me to talk about, but it is […]
Assessment in the Science Classroom: Dare to be Creative!
Introduction: Most of the time, tests and exams are used to assess in the science classroom. I don’t know about […]
Evolution vs. Natural Selection: Why are the Misconceptions Important to Correct?
Introduction: Imagine if a group of students walk up to you and make the following statements about biology: “Natural selection and […]
An Awesome Biology Class that Students Will Never Forget!
Inroduction: Benefits of Engaging Students It is important to engage students when teaching biology or any type of science […]
Making Thinking Visible: Uncovering the Imagination
Introduction: What is Making Thinking Visible?? Making Thinking Visible by Ron Ritchhart is a must-read for all educators. I must […]
Everyone Can Reach For the Stars
Where we stand today Women, minorities and those with disabilities are scarce in the STEM fields. There are many reasons why this is. One of […]
Interior of the Earth STE(A)M lesson
What is STE(A)M? STE(A)M is an awesome thing! It stands for science, technology, engineering, art, and math. I am so happy that […]
Providing Intellectual Soil and Nutrients so the Roots of the Trees of Knowledge will be Deep
Introduction Back when I started teaching and even now, I had no idea of the importance of a thing called constructivism. I didn’t even […]
Collaborative Learning: Not Just Working in Groups.
I Introduction When I was in high school, I won’t lie, group work made me gag. I hated working […]