ERIC Number: EJ789942
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-Apr
Pages: 4
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ISSN: ISSN-0036-8555
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Making Science Relevant
Eick, Charles; Deutsch, Bill; Fuller, Jennifer; Scott, Fletcher
Science Teacher, v75 n4 p26-29 Apr 2008
Science teachers are always looking for ways to demonstrate the relevance of science to students. By connecting science learning to important societal issues, teachers can motivate students to both enjoy and engage in relevant science (Bennet, Lubben, and Hogarth 2007). To develop that connection, teachers can help students take an active role in authentic community-based science that goes beyond merely learning about the science behind the issues. This article describes an approach to relevancy through an inquiry-based project that connects high school biology, chemistry, and environmental science curriculum to the local environment and the issue of water conservation and protection. (Contains 4 figures.)
Descriptors: Water Quality, Water, Environmental Education, Conservation (Environment), Teacher Role, Biology, Science Teachers, Science Curriculum, High Schools, High School Students, Chemistry
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: High Schools
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Alabama
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