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Howell, Emily L.; Yang, Shiyu; Holesovsky, Claire M.; Scheufele, Dietram A. – Journal of Chemical Education, 2021
Chemistry is essential to individual and societal well-being, yet publics tend to express less interest in chemistry compared to other science fields, and many scholars have highlighted the need for more research on effective chemistry communication and informal learning outcomes. Here, we describe one strand of a collaborative, multiyear study,…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Teaching Methods, Relevance (Education), Learner Engagement
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Calza, G.; Oss, S. – Physics Education, 2011
As is well known, scientific entertainment can be a fruitful way to attract people of any age to science. Depending on the specific purpose, different mixtures of science and amusement can be considered, so emphasizing scientific education with respect to fun aspects or vice versa. Moreover, when proposing "hands-on" activities in such learning…
Descriptors: Informal Education, Museums, Teaching Methods, Science Experiments
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Singh, Chandralekha – Physics Teacher, 2000
Describes a Physics Exploration Center, a space where students solve lecture-related homework problems in a hands-on facility. (CCM)
Descriptors: Education Service Centers, Hands on Science, Higher Education, Physics
Brooks, Roger C. – 1988
This report describes a program designed to improve science achievement among students in grades 4-6 in a New Hampshire school. The areas of improvement included physical, earth, and life sciences. Analysis of the problem indicated a need for improved teaching techniques and for additional materials related to the instructional strategies. The…
Descriptors: Elementary School Mathematics, Hands on Science, Inservice Teacher Education, Intermediate Grades