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INQUIRY: START OFF ON THE RIGHT FOOTMany possibilities exist for you to involve your students in inquiry-based science. Inquiry-based learning is mandated by the National Science Standards. It's important, however, to establish the right atmosphere for such learning. Once the proper atmosphere is established for inquiry-based learning, you will be able to engage your students in a hands-on project or test their problem-solving skills. Inquiry in the News Inquiry is not just something to consider when creating and choosing lesson plans; it's also important to think about when establishing a safe learning environment for your students. The following two articles from The Tennessean and District Administration magazine offer insights into inquiry-based science. Article summaries provided by the NSTA WebNews Service. Click here to read the latest: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2003-09/news_stories_middle.htm Inquiry on the Net SciLinks® is a web-based service from NSTA that provides online content chosen for selected keywords. In this month's middle level journal, Science Scope, NSTA members read "Light Students' Interest in the Nature of Science." The link to that article is: http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=ss&n=48562 The keyword from that article is: Science as Inquiry: http://www.scilinks.org/retrieve_outside.asp?sl=9263565510991033 NSTA Articles on Inquiry The following NSTA journal articles provide you with ideas for classroom lessons and activities related to inquiry. Click here to read more: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2003-09/middle.htm Books on InquiryClick here to view a list of books that discuss inquiry: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2003-09/books_middle.htm Professional Development As another school year begins, we are mindful that teachers are struggling with countless challenges. For many, the greatest challenge stems from the No Child Left Behind Act. The August issue of Education Week discusses the particulars of the act and what they mean to you. To learn more, click here: http://www.edweek.org/context/topics/issuespage.cfm?id=59 NSTA Opportunities Write for NSTA's Journals NSTA members want to read about your teaching experiences. To find out more, visit: Science Scope (Grades 5–8) http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2003-09/scope.htm Next Month's Theme: The Great Outdoors If your colleagues would like to subscribe to Science Class, please direct them to: http://www.nsta.org/newsletters. If you have a text-only browser or are having any difficulties with our links, please visit http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2003-09/member_middle.htm. THE FINE PRINTThis
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