How Do You Explain the Mitochondria to Someone Who Doesn’t Speak English? I often joke that one of the first vocabulary terms I teach my students anymore is the word, “no.” As a biology teacher, there are a myriad of words and phrases my students need to know to understand...
The world is changing at lightning speed, and it’s important for young people to be informed and empowered as they prepare to make their marks on our society. Students can become thoughtful global citizens by practicing investigation, understanding, and communication in the classroom before they take these skills into real-world...
A 2018 study by the International Journal of STEM Education found that when students had the opportunity to participate in STEM activities, they were engrossed in the learning and inspired to think about potential real-world applications for the concepts they explored. Encouraging students to research topics, apply critical thinking skills, and...