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Modeling How Students Can Share Ideas and Make Sense of Phenomena by Aaron Mueller

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Cindy Workosky

One of the most important steps I take to elicit student ideas in the classroom is to establish a classroom culture that makes students feel comfortable sharing their ideas. I take the time to develop a strong, receptive culture at … Continue reading →

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Safety Labels for Hazardous Chemicals

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Kenneth Roy

The OSHA Laboratory Standard 29 CFR 1910.1450 details specific recommendations when labeling and storing hazardous chemicals within school laboratories. First of all, the laboratory standard [(1910.1450(h)(1)(i)] requires that labels on incoming containers not be removed or defaced. Incoming container refers … Continue reading →

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Rock On!

Posted on June 8, 2019 by Gabe Kraljevic

I am planning to teach a lesson on rocks with a third grade class in the fall, but I am unaware as of where to find inexpensive rock/mineral kits. How did you teach the lesson in a way that engaged … Continue reading →

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