Misconceptions in our classrooms
A misconception is a view or opinion that is incorrect due to faulty prior knowledge, thinking or understand. Naturally, these will pop up in our […]
The Earth is How Old?
It’s four and half billion years old – not 6,000. The sciences are riddled with a lot of misconceptions that change as we get older, […]
Global Warming?? But it’s cold outside!!?!?
Ever heard this statement? Have you noticed many educated people in very public roles in our world make statements or tweet about how fake global […]
The Misconceptions of Science Teaching
In every class and every subject there are plenty of misconceptions, but in the science classroom misconceptions can be very problematic. The misconceptions can also […]
Wait, Compounds & Molecules Aren’t the Same Thing?
Alternate Conceptions Within the Chemistry Classroom: What Does That Even Mean? Alternate conceptions are very present inside any chemistry classroom. Sometimes, there are even developed […]
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 […]
Missing That Conception
“You know, Mr. Thomas, I heard that toilets flush backwards in Australia. Why is that?” What is a Misconception? In science, misconceptions are when background […]
What do you mean my blood’s not blue??
First of all, what’s a misconception? According to Merium-Webster: a wrong or inaccurate idea or conception What happens if a student comes up to you […]
Getting Engaged Without Going Broke
It can be tough as a teacher when you need to get your kids engaged and ready for learning, but you don’t want to break the […]