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Windschitl, Mark; Thompson, Jessica J. – Science Teacher, 2013
Modeling is one of the scientific practices featured in the "Next Generation Science Standards" ("NGSS") (Achieve Inc. 2013). This practice is central to the work of science because modeling activities can prompt new questions for investigation, which, in turn, can lead to evidence and information that can be incorporated into…
Descriptors: Learning Modules, Models, Classroom Techniques, Scientific Concepts
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Smith, Amy; Molinaro, Marco; Lee, Alisa; Guzman-Alvarez, Alberto – Science Teacher, 2014
For students to be successful in STEM, they need "statistical literacy," the ability to interpret, evaluate, and communicate statistical information (Gal 2002). The science and engineering practices dimension of the "Next Generation Science Standards" ("NGSS") highlights these skills, emphasizing the importance of…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Learning Modules
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Daniel, Esther Gnanamalar Sarojini; Saat, Rohaida Mohd. – Science Teacher, 2001
Introduces a learning module integrating three disciplines--physics, chemistry, and biology--and based on four elements: carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, and silicon. Includes atomic model and silicon-based life activities. (YDS)
Descriptors: Biology, Chemistry, Foreign Countries, Integrated Curriculum
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Rybka, Jan Dillon – Science Teacher, 1991
Describes a learning module designed to help students use the factor labeling method in problem solving. (ZWH)
Descriptors: Earth Science, Equations (Mathematics), Learning Activities, Learning Modules