School Science and Mathematics articles from May 2006

School Science and Mathematics archives from May 2006

Passing the torch.(Editorial)
May 1, 2006... With this issue, the tenure of Lederman and Flick as editors has come to a close. The new editor Dr. Gerald Kulm, Texas A&M University, will take over this fall. We have enjoyed the experience of working with so many capable colleagues in...

Student competence in understanding the matter concept and its implications for science curriculum standards.
May 1, 2006... Using the US national sample from the 1995 Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS), this study examined students' competence levels in understanding the matter concept at grades 3, 4, 7, 8 and high school graduation, and...

Sociocultural factors influencing students' learning in science and mathematics: an analysis of the perspectives of African American students.
May 1, 2006... The voices of African American students reveal sociocultural factors that influence their achievement in science and mathematics classes. Using a sociocultural theoretical framework (Mercer & Covey, 1980), this ethnographic study interpreted...

Contrasting orientations: STSE for social reconstruction or social reproduction?(science-technology-society-environment education)
May 1, 2006... Over the last 20 years, science-technology-society-environment education (STSE) education has been advocated as a way to advance scientific literacy. However, STSE education represents a broad range of ideologies and orientations. The purpose...

The advantages of an STS approach over a typical textbook dominated approach in middle school science.(science and technology studies)
May 1, 2006... Two sections of middle school science were taught by two longtime teachers where one used an STS approach and the other followed the more typical textbook approach closely. Pre- and post assessments were administered to one section of students...

The buggy lab: comparing displacement and time to derive constant velocity.
May 1, 2006... Grade Level: 8th, Algebra Mathematics Skills/Concepts Data collection and analysis; identification of positive correlation (patterns); identification of proportional relationships; meaning of the slope of the line in a linear...

Simulating Science.
May 1, 2006... The interactive computer simulation is a prime example of an instructional technology that is transforming today's science classrooms. Available both free and commercially, high quality computer simulations exist for almost any science concept...

Problems.(mathematical problems)
May 1, 2006... 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....