School Science and Mathematics articles from May 2002

School Science and Mathematics archives from May 2002

School Science and Mathematics 101. (Editorial).
May 1, 2002... At the beginning of the 101st year of School Science and Mathematics, I joined Norm as a co-editor of this journal. Our collaboration and transition was challenged by his taking a new position with the Illinois Institute of Technology. All has...

Children's ideas about weather: a review of the literature.
May 1, 2002... It is generally accepted that children have their own understanding of how the world works prior to receiving formal science instruction. A great deal of research has been done to determine students' misconceptions related to the physical...

Exploring the link between preservice teachers' conception of proof and the use of dynamic geometry software.
May 1, 2002... This case study investigated how secondary preservice mathematics teachers perceive the need for and the benefits of formal proof when given geometric tasks in the context of dynamic geometry software. Results indicate that preservice teachers...

Barriers and pathways: a reflection on the implementation of an induction program for secondary science teachers.
May 1, 2002... Induction programs play a critical role in the development of professional educators. While induction programs are a necessity for all beginning teachers, science teachers need carefully crafted programs that meet their unique needs. This paper...

Colorful Illusions: Tricks to Fool Your Eyes.
May 1, 2002... Authors Aki Nurosi with Mark Shulman Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. 387 Park Avenue South New York, NY 10016-8810 2000; 80 pages Paperback, $9.95 Why are carrots often sold in green or blue bags? Why do red cars attract...

You Are the Earth.
May 1, 2002... Authors David Suzuki and Kathy Vanderlinden Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. 387 Park Avenue South New York, NY 10016-8810 1999; 128 pages Hardback $17.95 Global ecology is by its nature a complex, interdisciplinary, and...

40 Strategies for Integrating Science and Mathematics Instruction: K-8.
May 1, 2002... Author John Eichinger Merrill Prentice Hall, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458 2001; 192 pages Paperback The text is organized around the National Science Education Standards and mathematics standards and includes a...

Problems.
May 1, 2002... This section 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....

Manuscript reviewers: October 2001-May 2002. (School Science and Mathematics).
May 1, 2002... Manuscript reviewers are essential to the quality of School Science and Mathematics. We appreciate their comprehensive reviews and interest in providing authors with suggestions. Members who are interested in participating as reviewers should...