Teacher Appreciation Week: Stories of Dedication and Creativity
In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, here are three of the many examples of teachers finding creative, fun, and generous ways to teach while their students are stuck at home.
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May 05, 2020
April 21, 2020
Shifting Science Instruction to the Coronavirus: New Activities, Units
A small group of science teachers in Missouri is using the coronavirus as a teachable moment that's aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards.
December 12, 2019
Few Science Textbooks Show How New Discoveries Are Really Made
A new study finds that materials often portray scientists as geniuses working alone—a framing that can make students think science isn't for them.
September 11, 2019
Native American Students Behind Bars Have Least Access to Advanced Courses, Study Finds
Research shows that students in the juvenile justice system have less access to secondary math courses than their peers in traditional schools. A new report finds that these gaps are bigger for Native American students.
August 21, 2019
Sheep Hearts and Car Engines: Two Out-of-School Programs That Focus on STEM
Two out-of-school programs, one in Texas and one in Pennsylvania, are among those exposing students of all ages to STEM in order to encourage their interests in related careers.
July 15, 2019
What to Do When Physics Teachers Don't Know Physics
Many teachers are tapped to teach physics without prior training or experience. A new study explores a possible solution.
October 16, 2017
Teachers Are Finding Innovative Ways to Use Robots in Class
Teachers across the country are taking robots beyond STEM classes and into lessons on history, literature, geography—and even art and music.
October 13, 2017
Educators Want to Rethink the Way Students Learn Science
A professional development program for science teachers emphasizes getting students to vocalize their thinking during class.
March 20, 2017
A Science Teacher Will Be at Next Week's NASA Mission Launch
A middle school science teacher from Pittsburgh will be at a mission launch this week, after going to a NASA space educator program.
May 16, 2016
McDonald's-Diet Teacher Ceases Nutrition Talks at Schools
McDonald's brand ambassador, a former teacher who has lost weight on a McDonald's-only diet, had traveled to middle and high schools for a year to talk about the power of choice when making nutrition decisions.
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