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1. Analogies and the 5E Model (EJ758684)
Author(s):
Orgill, Mary Kay; Thomas, Megan
Source:
Science Teacher, v74 n1 p40-45 Jan 2007
Pub Date:
2007-01-00
Pub Type(s):
Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Peer-Reviewed:
Yes
Descriptors: Misconceptions; Science Instruction; Logical Thinking; Scientific Concepts; Abstract Reasoning; Concept Formation; Thinking Skills; Teaching Methods; Models; Inquiry; Student Participation; Active Learning; Secondary School Science
Abstract: Science classes are full of abstract or challenging concepts that are easier to understand if an analogy is used to illustrate the points. Effective analogies motivate students, clarify students' thinking, help students overcome misconceptions, and give students ways to visualize abstract concepts. When they are used appropriately, analogies can also promote students' meaningful learning and conceptual growth. Analogies can be useful instructional tools in each phase of the 5E instructional model. The 5E instructional model is designed to incorporate all aspects of inquiry learning environments by "engaging" students and allowing students to "explore" the concepts being introduced, discover "explanations" for the concepts they are learning, and "elaborate" on what they have learned by applying their knowledge to new situations. Throughout the process the model offers multiple opportunities for "evaluation" of students' understanding. This article briefly describes the phases in the 5E model and provides suggestions for using analogies in each phase. (Contains 4 figures.) Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract
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2. Desert Survivors: The Design and Implementation of a Television Program to Enhance Local Scientific Literacy (EJ756110)
Utz, Jenifer C.; Rausch, Candice M.; Fruth, Laurie; Thomas, Megan E.; van Breukelen, Frank
Advances in Physiology Education, v31 n1 p1-4 2007
2007-00-00
Descriptors: Scientific Literacy; Educational Television; Childrens Television; Elementary School Science; Ecology; Physiology; Evolution; Biology; Web Sites; Outreach Programs; Program Design; Program Implementation
Abstract: Outreach efforts by faculty members are oftentimes limited in scope due to hectic schedules. We developed a program to enhance science literacy in elementary school children that allows experts to reach a tremendous audience while minimizing their time commitment. The foundation of the program is a television series entitled "Desert Survivors." The episodes air on local cable access television and are available to teachers on DVD. Each episode features a guest expert who spotlights a particular organism and how that organism overcomes the myriad of hardships inherent to desert survival. Local classrooms are visited to solicit questions from students regarding the organism of interest. These videotaped questions are integrated into Desert Survivors television production and provide the guest expert with the basis to discuss the ecology, physiology, and evolutionary biology of the organism. The program is bolstered through the use of an interactive website. Assessment strategies are in place to ensure program efficacy. Herein, we describe the development of the program as a model for innovative outreach opportunities. Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract
3. Learning to Manage: A Program Just for Directors. (EJ533017)
Thomas, Megan E.
NHSA Journal, v15 n3 p30-31,33 Sum 1996
1996-00-00
Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles
N/A
Descriptors: Administration; Administrative Principles; Administrator Education; Administrators; Management Development; Professional Development; Professional Education; Professional Training; Program Administration; Skill Development; Staff Development
Abstract: Describes the Head Start-Johnson & Johnson Management Fellows program, whose mission is strengthening management skills of Head Start directors by providing training in human resources management, organizational design and development, financial management, computers and information systems, operations, marketing, and development of strategic initiatives. Describes an awards program that serves to motivate improvement in participants. (SD) Note:The following two links are not-applicable for text-based browsers or screen-reading software. Show Hide Full Abstract
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