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I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of “Science Scope” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.

In this issue, I read the section, “Practical Research” written by Samantha Lindgren, Meghan McCleary, Susan Gasper, Amanda Nieves, Kara Stengren, and Amira Shabana. They wrote an article entitled, “Outdoor Teaching and Learning in Natural Spaces and Outdoor Classrooms.”

When we consider topics like climate change and the complex impacts it has on our students’ futures, learning in outdoor spaces and using the natural environment as a primary learning resource becomes an important and timely approach to science education. This type of learning draws on the fields of outdoor and environmental education, which emphasize place-based and experiential pedagogies, interdisciplinary, and the relationships between people and nature.

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of “Science Scope” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.

In this issue, I read the section, “Citizen Science” written by Jill Nugent. She wrote an article entitled, “Beavers from Space!”

Beavers from Space is an online project that launched in 2023, and your help is needed to determine where beavers are found and where they appear to be absent, specifically in the waterways of Alberta, Canada. For more information, please visit:

https://workingwithbeavers.ca

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of “The Science Teacher” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.

In this issue, I read the article “The Use of Storytelling to Model NGSS Science and Engineering Practices” written by Adrienne Larocque and Anna Babarinde.

An important strand of three-dimensional learning in the Next Generation Science Standards is science and engineering practices. These practices replace the oversimplified “scientific method” often presented in science textbooks that bears little resemblance to actual scientific research. It requires time and effort to research and prepare accounts about people who model the Scientific and Engineering Practices. Joanna Haigh is one of those people.

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of “Science and Children” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.

In this issue, I read the section, “Science 101” written by Matthew Bobrowsky. He wrote an article entitled, “What Can My Students See During the Upcoming Solar Eclipse?!”

The total solar eclipse that will take place on April 8, 2024, will probably be your last chance to see one until 2025.

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of “The Science Teacher” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, “Commentary” written by John Suchocki. He wrote an article entitled, “Pathways to Science Literacy.”

The concepts of science and the practices of doing science are not the same. As science teachers, we should pull the rich practices of science (the ways of doing science) out front and center as a helix wrapping around the core concepts of science.

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of “Science Scope” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.In this issue, I read the section, “Integrating Technology,” written by Michael McKenzie and Alex Fegely. They wrote an article entitled, “Differentiate Science Lessons by Using VR in Station Rotations.”

Blended learning strategies combined with innovative technology, for example, virtual reality (VR), can be used in science classrooms to differentiate teaching and enrich learning experiences.An app often used in classrooms is YouTube VR.You can learn more by visiting:

https://www.youtube.com/@360

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of “Science Scope” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.In this issue, I read the section, “From the Editor’s Desk,” written by Patty McGinnis. She wrote an article entitled, “Cultivating Collaboration,”

Collaboration is a key skill that is foundational to society. The expansion of scientific knowledge, coupled with today’s complex global issues, makes collaboration among scientists and engineers crucial if we are to develop solutions to difficult problems.

I was recently reading the July/August 2023 issue of “Connected Science Learning” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.In this issue, I read an article entitled, “Innovative Technology Enhances Outdoor Learning Experiences with Playground Physics.”It was written by Michaela Labriole, Judith Hutton, Laycca Umer, and Kate Maschak.

Playground Physics is a free digital application and supplemental curriculum for grades 6-8 developed by the New York Hall of Science.You can learn more by visiting:

https://noticing.nysci.org/apps/playground-physics/

I was recently reading the April 2023 issue of “Connected Science Learning” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.In this issue, I read the editorial section written by Beth Murphy.She wrote an article entitled, “Science, Science, Everywhere.”

If we look to the history of science and engineering, it all begins with phenomena-observations of the natural and human-made worlds that cause one to ask questions and identify problems worth answering and solving.In her editorial she looks at how the formal science education system as we know it came to be.

I was recently reading the July/August 2023 issue of “The Science Teacher” a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.In this issue, I read the “Career of the Month” column, written by Luba Vangelova.She wrote an article entitled, “Agronomist.”

Agronomists, or agriculturists, use their knowledge of soil and plants to help farmers row crops more effectively.They can work for government agencies, nonprofits, academic institutions, or private enterprises.The article features Lee Briese a Certified Crop Advisor who lives in Jamestown, North Dakota.