Dealing with Misconception in the Classroom
As individuals we all have our own experiences that have gotten us to where we are in our lives. Lessons gained from in the classroom […]
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Addressing Misconceptions in a Chemistry Classroom!
All too often, teachers view their students as “blank slates”, ready to absorb information in their classrooms. This is not the case! Students are anything […]
I’ll Change Your Mind (about chemistry)
When I got to college, I took general chemistry in my first semester. The lecture hall was filled with 175 students, mostly freshman, who were […]
Pay Attention to the Misconception
Science contains a very broad body of knowledge. There are many ideas, theories, and laws. Sometimes it feels almost impossible to keep them all straight! […]
“Tomato/Tomahto, Conception/Conceeption”
What are “Alternate” Conceptions? “Alternate Conception” is essentially a euphemism for “Misconception.” The necessity of which is tied to the nature of science itself. Modern-day […]
How To Respond To Every Student’s Favorite Teacher: Ms. Conceptions
In our science classroom, we must understand where our students are in order to progress into where they can be. Students will come into each […]
Developing Critical Thinking in a VISIBLE Way
No matter the subject in school, students should be challenged to thinking critically and deeply about concepts. But what a lot of teachers forget is […]
Engagement That Won’t Leave a Hole in Your Pockets
As future teachers we strive to provide our students with lessons and knowledge that will stay with them for years to come. We know that […]
Getting Creative Saves Money!
As most people know, teaching is a hardworking but rewarding profession that doesn’t often have a lot of money associated with it. In Ohio, the […]
Engaging Students in Science on a Budget!
Why are we talking about this? It is important to engage students in some sort of activity to get their gears turning before further exploring […]