Describes playing music between class periods in which the songs convey a message about science. Students walk into the classroom to the tune of various lyrics that can be related to physics topics. Songs about or mentioning scientific principles include: "Somewhere over the Rainbow" (color); "I sing the Body Electric" (electricity); and "Good…

Emphasizes the importance of context within the curriculum when implementing the Big6 information and technology skills. Curriculum mapping is described as a means of gathering and displaying information about curriculum units which can then be analyzed to select units and assignments best suited to integrated information and technology skills…

Explains the use of literacy in science education. Uses "Silent Spring", a book on environmental issues, to encourage students to think about the role of water in balancing the earth's system and possible actions against environmental concerns. Creates an environment for students to discuss their knowledge on the use of the pesticide…

Provides background information on genetics and presents a mathematics activity that uses genetics to study probability. (ASK)

Discusses ways of presenting evolution in science classrooms. Presents a thematic approach on evolutionary change which meets content standards, assists teachers with scientific background, and utilizes a pedagogy that promotes student learning. (Contains 35 references.) (ASK)

Many years ago, Walt Whitman wrote, "I hear America singing, the varied carols I hear" (in Bartlett, 1982). It is sad to say, but Whitman might have a difficult time finding a song in the cognitive-oriented schools of today. A greater emphasis on academic skills during the last three decades, combined with school budget crunches and more teacher…

This paper deals with an empirical study, which aims at showing the effects of the integration of modelling tasks into daily school routine in a comprehensive manner. At first the theoretical and methodological approach is explained. The main part of the paper deals with the results of the study. On the one hand the results show obstacles to the…

This blueprint focuses on the policies that connect professional development activities and that support and make possible an effective implementation of a state system of professional development. It highlights policy principles and essential policy areas that build or sustain an integrated system--a system that ensures quality in all settings in…

The article gives an overview of social bookmarking in libraries and discusses the University of Central Florida (UCF) Libraries Delicious project and its outcomes in depth. It also addresses technical issues involved with setting up a library Delicious account; barriers to participation; training requirements; integration with other library sites…

This article describes the steps of a questionnaire project that uses listening, speaking, reading and writing while developing interpretation skills and self-regulation. The project creates survey questions, collects and analyzes data, and reports results. While students work in groups, they have opportunities to brainstorm, express opinions, and…

In this article, the authors' kindergarteners and a fellow first-grade class turned their hallway into a forest! Not just any mural, this culmination of a month-long project was based on observing, questioning, taking field trips, conducting library research (including the internet) and asking experts. The students developed skills in forming…

Emerging social writing platforms offer possibilities for language learners to collaborate around joint assignments. One such environment is the wiki, generally hosting two prominent modes of usage, web pages and discussion forums. This study investigates software engineering students' use of a wiki as an integrated tool within the frames of a…

Integrated unit plans with an environmental focus can provide opportunities for school students to develop critical thinking skills, and to act in responsible ways--that is, to develop "action competence". In this study, environmentally focused integrated unit plans, developed and implemented by final year pre-service teachers at an…

Offers suggestions as to how teachers of nursery through second grade children might develop a creative dramatics program from elements that are already in the curriculum and in the children themselves. (Author/SDH)