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2 A Scientist's Role in K-12 Education
Pages 12-16

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... COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY CLASSROOMS The National Science Education Standards recognizes that college and university faculty have a direct influence on changing pedagogical practices in the K-12 classroom. "Most of us in this room are from academic institutions of higher learning where undergraduates are being trained to become our next teachers.
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From page 13...
... By improving the ways we teach science in our own classes, we will be making an impact on the way science is taught in K-12 classrooms, because the teachers of the future are among our undergraduate students today." In his concluding remarks, Paul Williams asked scientists to consider the potential impact of students taught in high school under the new standards on university and college classrooms. "It's interesting that we're discussing the national science standards at this conference because indeed they are centered on precollege education.
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From page 14...
... Participants identified many examples of society activities that focus on K-12 education: summer internship programs for teachers and students; development of lesson plans and choosing textbooks with teachers; summer field programs for high-school students; development of video materials promoting science literacy; writing contests to encourage student involvement in science; scientists serving as consultants or demonstrators to schools; society sponsorship of science fairs; educator participation in professional society meetings; scientist participation in design of curriculum materials. Educators expressed concern that they are unfamiliar with K-12 activities of the professional societies.
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From page 15...
... Teachers need an understanding of inquiry-based education and continuing opportunities for professional development. Because of their expertise in scientific research, scientists have an opportunity to assist teachers in keeping current on scientific concepts, understanding the investigation process, and practicing solving real problems.
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... Collaboratively rethink science fairs and classroom assessment. Provide extra hands in classroom demonstrations.
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