You know that moment when you’re in the middle of a new unit and you mention something from the last unit and see a sea of furrowed brows or tilted heads. Knowing as a teacher that what you just said was definitely covered in a science lesson, an activity, and
Can I share a secret? There is a bit of a trick that teachers can employ to increase the possibilities of student success on any high school science exam! But this is definitely easier said than done. When test and exam season starts we, as educators, make all the plans
As educators seek options for effective teaching methods, the idea of incorporating project based learning ideas into middle and high school science classrooms is a powerful approach. Project based learning, or PBL, provides students with hands-on experiences, fostering deeper understanding, and ultimately engagement. There are so many benefits to integrating
Teaching geologic history is a thrilling endeavor, but it often poses challenges due to the vastness of time and the intricacies of Earth’s transformations. In this pursuit of making geological concepts come alive in the classroom, allow me to introduce the Geologic Time Brochure Project—a dynamic and creative way to
As an educator in the classroom, we constantly face numerous decision-making tasks throughout the day. Formative assessments serve as evaluation tools utilized during the learning journey, enabling us to gather valuable insights into students’ comprehension, knowledge, and abilities. These assessments offer teachers a means to effectively track student progress and
