Many Marvel superheroes have a strong connection to science and STEM-related fields. As a result, these popular films are a growing resource for increasing student engagement and enhancing science instruction. The nature of science (NOS) is defined as "a way of knowing, or the values and beliefs inherent to the development of scientific…

Fragmentation" is a general social condition. The author presents a case for wholeness and its dynamic, cyclic character. Science and society need not be fragmented. They should be considered part of a holocyclation." (LS)

The separatist philosophy of science and nature and the holistic philosophy of humans and science in nature are described. A new view which combines a humanistic and scientific view is presented. It is suggested that science teachers communicate their love for nature as well as their need for orderly thought. (AJ)

Discussed is a science-appreciation course based on goals and performance objectives such as having the student appreciate the concepts of science and the men who put these concepts into readable and understandable terms. (DF)

Cites examples of classroom episodes illustrating how values of science can be supported by the classroom teacher. Values of science are identified from the 1966 publication of the National Education Association, "Education and the Spirit of Science." (CS)

The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) is a census-like survey of the knowledge, skills, understandings, and attitudes of young Americans. This abridged report deals with the data collected in science during the first round of assessment in 1969-70. (JR) Aspect of National Assessment (NAEP) dealt with in this document: Results…

Presents a discussion of the concept of scientific literacy from the perspective that this concept is a challenge to our abilities to understand, to verify, and to evaluate and apply rather than a goal to be sought. (PEB)

Discusses the apparent dualities characterizing science which students should be helped to recognize and which teachers should recognize and apply to their science curriculum. (LS)

Examines the interest level of Chilean students in physics and technology in light of unacceptable performance levels in these areas. Relevant thermodynamics problems applicable to students' daily lives generated more interest. Discusses the importance of presentation to student acceptance of the curriculum. (AIM)

Explains the process of establishing a scientific community among students. Specifically addresses questions related to classroom environment, the beginning of the school year, and the types of experiments and activities used throughout the year to enable students to be successful in science. (DDR)

Authors discuss "the scientific method" and assert that laboratory scientists ask questions but seldom state formal hypotheses to be answered by controlled experiments. Authors suggest that experimental results should not be viewed as fact, and students should not be required to memorize the steps of the scientific method. (PR)

Describes a set of computer-based learning modules designed to teach nonscientists to think and reason like scientists. Discusses the intent of the 10 dialogs in this series. Gives ideas for use in science classes. (CW)

Explains strategies for motivating and getting student's attention in science. Presents a laboratory procedure for generating hydrogen using an Erlenmeyer flask and a one-holed stopper apparatus to fill a balloon which is used to produce a dramatic explosion. Safety precautions are cited. (RT)

Four guiding principles are offered to develop scientific literacy in all students and to attract and challenge students who want to pursue science careers. (Author/SK)