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Why Does Inquiry Matter?
Excerpts taken from "Why Does Inquiry Matter?" by BSCS
Why does inquiry matter?
Because that's what science is all about!
"Scientific inquiry refers to the diverse ways in which scientists study the natural world and propose explanations on the evidence derived from their work." (NRC, 2000 p.1)
"One critical aspect of science education is to help children develop the skills they need to think like scientists in their pursuit of understanding." (National Science Foundation, 1999, p.1)
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Ask the Experts
"What's the best way to continuously assess my students?"
"My kindergarten students are everywhere-how do I keep them focused for science lessons?"
"Do you have any suggestions for good articles or web sites that I can incorporate in my lessons?"
Do you have questions like these that you would like answered? Please submit them to Don Burks at dburks@kendallhunt.com. Our science experts will answer questions in the next issue.
Articles of Interest
Teaching Science as Inquiry. Bybee, R.W. (2000) In J. Minstrell, & E.H. Van Zee (Eds.) Inquiring into inquiry learning and teaching in science (pp. 37-38). Washington, DC: American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Resources for Parents: Science should be fun-not scary! NSTA provides some guidance.
http://www.nsta.org/portals/parents
BSCS turns 50!
http://bscs.org/50th
Towering Heights: Inquiry Science Activity for Your Classroom
Activity from Elementary Insights, Grade 6, Structures
Working in pairs within groups of four, students are challenged to build the tallest structures
they can, using only straws and paper clips. This creative experience helps students explore some of the characteristics of straws as a building material and introduces them to a few of the challenges involved in building a standing structure.
