The Science Teacher
Science Motivation in the Multicultural Classroom
March 2003
In an effort to increase student participation in science, the authors offer suggestions for making science relevant to all students. These include a student interest survey, research into the cultural background of scientists, and making a timeline.
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http://science.nsta.org/enewsletter/2004-02/tst0303_64.pdf
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Mnemonic Methods
December 2003
Why do some students easily remember the names and order of the planets, the colors of the rainbow, and the taxonomic classifications in biology, while others forget them? The answer is often mnemonics—cognitive strategies that help students learn and remember scientific information such as facts, lists, categories, and procedures.
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http://www.nsta.org/gateway&j=tst&n=48831
Learning Together
March 2003
Understanding and appreciating students’ cultural backgrounds facilitate learning in a DoD science classroom.
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