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Climate Change Is Not Up for Debate. Why Do So Many Teachers Act Like It Is?

The majority of teachers are behind on climate-change science, but they aren’t necessarily to blame, explains Ann Reid. (September 11, 2018)

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In this Spotlight, learn how states are adopting STEM endorsements for high school diplomas, how professional development programs are rethinking how students participate in STEM classes, and how early exposure to robotics is inspiring girls to work in STEM fields.

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Teachers Nationwide Now Have Access to Open-Source Science Curriculum
For years, educators have complained that they lacked materials aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards. But a new effort called OpenSciEd is slowly releasing a free, open curriculum that many say is high-quality.
September 4, 2019 – Education Week
Camp Giving Vulnerable Students an Academic 'Home' for the Summer
While many students eagerly count down the last few days of the school year, the start of summer break is a more anxious prospect for students in and on the verge of homelessness.
June 19, 2019 – Education Week
Students and Researchers Team Up to Create 'Citizen Science'
Whether it involves enlisting students to collect bugs in Michigan or star-gaze in Massachusetts, citizen science projects could be the next big thing for hands-on science education.
June 12, 2019 – Education Week
Commentary
What Really Keeps Girls of Color Out of STEM
Science, technology, engineering, and math diplomas open a lot of doors, writes Emilio Pack. But are they open to everyone?
April 23, 2019 – Education Week
Mismatch Seen Between New Science Tests and State Requirements
Teachers in some states worry students may face questions on topics they haven't studied on new science tests rolling out across the country.
April 17, 2019 – Education Week
Commentary
Science Teachers, Be Honest About What Science Still Can't Explain
The universe is full of questions waiting to be solved. So why teach science like all the discoveries have already been made? asks Alexander Bell.
March 27, 2019 – Education Week
Middle School Science Materials Come Up Short in First Review
Just one of six new middle school science series is a good match to national science standards, according to a review by the nonprofit EdReports.
March 6, 2019 – Education Week
Commentary
Climate Change Is Not Up for Debate. Why Do So Many Teachers Act Like It Is?
The majority of teachers are behind on climate-change science, but they aren’t necessarily to blame, explains Ann Reid.
September 18, 2018 – Education Week
Commentary
Are Schools Trying to Teach Too Much?
It's time to rethink and reduce the current courseloads schools require. The current curricula are overstuffed, writes David J. Ferrero
July 20, 2018 – Education Week
Commentary
Children Are Naturally Curious About Science. Why Don't We Nurture That?
Parents who lack a strong foundation in science themselves need more support to guide their children's early-science learning, writes researcher Naomi Hupert.
July 19, 2018 – Education Week

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