School Science and Mathematics articles from December 2003

School Science and Mathematics archives from December 2003

The matter of subject matter.(Editorial)(Editorial)
December 1, 2003... Few would argue with the position that teachers ought to know their subject matter to teach it effectively. Indeed, "ought" is not strong enough. Teachers must know what they are trying to teach. Of course, students often learn the unintended,...

Constructivist beliefs about the science classroom learning environment: perspectives from teachers, administrators, parents, community members, and students.
December 1, 2003... This study examines the perceptions of teachers, administrators, parents, community members, and high school students about the science learning environment. The participants were active members of a grant project aimed at creating community...

Relationship between professional development, teachers' instructional practices, and the achievement of students in science and mathematics.
December 1, 2003... The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between different types of professional development, teachers' instructional practices, and the achievement of students in science and mathematics. The types of professional development...

Examining instructional practices of elementary science teachers for mathematics and literacy integration.
December 1, 2003... Integration of content in core disciplines is viewed as an important curricular component in promoting scientific literacy. This study characterized the current practices of a group of elementary teachers relative to their development of...

Using planetarium software to teach standards-based lunar concepts.
December 1, 2003... Throughout history, humans have marveled as the moon changed in appearance--waxing to full moon, waning to new moon, and repeating the cycle again. The moon's cycle of phases, while one of the most familiar natural phenomena, is also one of the...

Problems.
December 1, 2003... This selection of the Journal offers readers an opportunity to exchange interesting mathematical problems and solutions. Proposals are always welcomed. Please observe the following, guidelines when submitting proposals or solutions: 1....