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Gooding, Julia; Metz, Bill – Science Scope, 2012
Cookbook labs have been a part of science programs for years, even though they serve little purpose other than to verify phenomena that have been previously presented by means other than through investigations. Cookbook science activities follow a linear path to a known outcome, telling students what procedures to follow, which materials to use,…
Descriptors: Evidence, Cooking Instruction, Science Programs, Science Activities
Texley, Juliana – Science Scope, 2009
There's no better way to celebrate 2009, the International Year of Astronomy, than by curling up with a good book under summer skies. To every civilization, in every age, the skies inspired imagination and scientific inquiry. There's no better place to start your summer reading than under their influence. Here are a few selections identified by…
Descriptors: Scientific Concepts, Scientific Literacy, Astronomy, Reading Materials
Marshall, Jeff – Science Scope, 2006
The energy and enthusiasm shown by young students walking through the doors of an interactive science museum is difficult to surpass. Awaiting them is an opportunity to explore, create, discover, and learn about the world. This article presents the interactive science museum project of eight-grade students. Fifth-grade students were the target…
Descriptors: Grade 5, Science Programs, Museums, Science Instruction
Rochwerger, Leonora; Peterson, Shelley Stagg; Calovini, Theresa – Science Scope, 2006
The development of communication skills is a key component in any science program. However, students do not see the connections between writing and science. In particular, students lack the enthusiasm when the time comes to write lab reports. Students say that they do not see why they should have to write dry, boring lab reports following an…
Descriptors: Science Programs, Interpersonal Relationship, Interaction, Creative Activities