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INTERDISCIPLINARY SCIENCEInterdisciplinary units not only allow you to connect your curriculum
to the world outside the science lab, but they also help you to
strengthen the bonds between departments at your school. Science
can be integrated with various disciplines, such as fine and performing
arts, languages, history, reading, or mathematics. The possibilities
are endless! Read on to see what new and innovative ideas you can
gain to combine your science lessons with other disciplines. Interdisciplinary Science in the News Article summaries provided by the NSTA WebNews Service. One teacher's love for the science of Antarctica is translated into several activities for students that involve art, mathematics, and literature. Read more in this article from the Portsmouth Herald. Click here to read more: http://www.seacoastonline.com/2003news/12092003/news/64535.htm Interdisciplinary Science on the Net In this month's middle level journal, Science Scope, NSTA members read "Looks Count for Communities." The link to that article is: http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=ss&n=48904 SciLinks® is a web-based service from NSTA that provides online content chosen for printed articles and books. It does so through keywords; the keyword from "Looks Count for Communities" is: Population Growth: http://www.scilinks.org/retrieve_outside.asp?sl=9263565510111044 NSTA Articles on Interdisciplinary Science The following NSTA journal articles provide you with ideas for classroom lessons and activities related to interdisciplinary science. Click here to read more: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2004-01/middle.htm Books, Books, Books Click here to view a list of books from the NSTA Catalog that discuss interdisciplinary science: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2004-01/books_middle.htm Click here to view the list of new books from NSTA Press: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2004-01/newbooksmiddle.htm Professional Development 12 Things Top School Leaders Know (and You Should, Too) Although many school administrators are hopping from job to job or getting axed in today's challenging educational environment, there are some who aren't just surviving but thriving. Despite all the pressures, they ooze confidence and win kudos—even awards—from teachers and parents throughout their communities. Who are these beloved leaders and how have they kept their edge? Read on to find out what standout administrators say are the 12 keys to success. Click here to read this article from the Scholastic Administrator: http://www.scholastic.com/administrator/novdec03/articles.asp?article=secrets NSTA Opportunities SciLinks: New Look, New Features SciLinks helps science educators harness the resources
of the Internet by connecting key textbook subjects to Click here to read more: http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2004-01/www.pdf Write for NSTA's Journals NSTA members want to read about your teaching experiences. To find out more, visit: Science Scope (Grades 6–9) http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2004-01/scope.htm Next Month's Theme: One to Grow On: Professional Development 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/2004-01/member_middle.htm. THE FINE PRINTThis
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