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1993

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Cover - Front Matter - Table Of Contents Jan 1993

Cover - Front Matter - Table Of Contents

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Mathematics / Science Demonstration Classrooms In Iowa Jan 1993

Mathematics / Science Demonstration Classrooms In Iowa

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Last fall, about 200 mathematics and science educators participated in the Governor's II Conference on Mathematics and Science Reform. The conference focused on achieving integration of math and science in Iowa by using model classrooms. Five months later, Iowa teachers, administrators and staff continue to develop model classrooms.

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A New Perspective For Science Inservice: Problem Solving Demonstration Classrooms, Julie L. Wilson, Edward L. Pizzini Jan 1993

A New Perspective For Science Inservice: Problem Solving Demonstration Classrooms, Julie L. Wilson, Edward L. Pizzini

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

"Project: Problem Solving in the Model Classroom" was begun one year before the Governor's II Conference as a cooperative effort between the University of Iowa and a number of Iowa school districts. The Dwight D. Eisenhower funded program was intended to develop model classrooms that used problem solving with math/science, Science/Technology /Society (STS) or technology as effective classroom practice. The project has become an integration of inservice strategies, demonstration classrooms and reform initiatives that improve science education in Iowa. At the Governor's II Conference, we recognized that future model classrooms could benefit from our experience, specifically our rationale, development of …

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Demonstration Classrooms: A Thematic Approach To Science/Mathematics Integration, Carl W. Bollwinkel, Barbara A. Bonnett, Rosalie J. Cochran Jan 1993

Demonstration Classrooms: A Thematic Approach To Science/Mathematics Integration, Carl W. Bollwinkel, Barbara A. Bonnett, Rosalie J. Cochran

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

A fundamental principle of ecology is that "everything is interconnected." This observation holds true in the academic as well as the natural world; if we study an environmental issue in depth, we find that it cannot be resolved by means of any single discipline. Environmental studies transcend all disciplines so as to include the sciences, mathematics, technology, social studies, language arts and the practical and fine arts. The science component, ecology, is itself an integrating rather than a splintering science. It draws together the traditionally separate disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics and earth science. Mathematics provides a tool for quantifying …

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Model Demonstration Elementary Classrooms In Northeast Iowa: The Luther College Project, Darrel Hoff, Joyce Becker, Nanette Eklund, Wendy Stevens Jan 1993

Model Demonstration Elementary Classrooms In Northeast Iowa: The Luther College Project, Darrel Hoff, Joyce Becker, Nanette Eklund, Wendy Stevens

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Luther College has a tradition of elementary teacher preparation stretching back to the tum of the century. It was therefore fitting that Luther College receive the only Eisenhower model demonstration program grant given to an Iowa four-year college. Built on outreaches and contacts developed by a teacher enhancement summer workshop held on the Luther Campus in 1993, the new program extends its outreach to the entire Northeast Iowa region.

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Science Notes - Coalition Distributes Eclipse Safety Information Jan 1993

Science Notes - Coalition Distributes Eclipse Safety Information

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

On May 10, 1994, North America will experience an annular eclipse of the sun. Because looking directly at the sun at any time can cause severe eye damage, including blindness, a coalition of ten eye care, safety and astronomy organizations has been formed to tell people everywhere how to avoid injuring their eyes during the eclipse.

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Astronomy Bulletin - The Night Sky: April 21 To June 29, 1994, P. Steven Leiker Jan 1993

Astronomy Bulletin - The Night Sky: April 21 To June 29, 1994, P. Steven Leiker

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Science Notes - American Astronomical Society Teacher Resource Agents Jan 1993

Science Notes - American Astronomical Society Teacher Resource Agents

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The American Astronomical Society Teacher Resource Agent Program invites teachers to apply for four-week summer institutes during the summer of 1994. The institutes will be held at Loyola University in Chicago, Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff and University of Maryland at College Park.

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Science Notes - Newsletter Promotes Environmental Health Jan 1993

Science Notes - Newsletter Promotes Environmental Health

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The Young Environmentalist's Action (YEA) is a newsletter for young people which focuses on current international events in the sciences, social studies and geography. YEA's articles and "Ideas Page" are designed to facilitate group discussions, reports, displays, school newspaper articles or letter-writing groups and public speaking exercises. The newsletter is available in both English and Spanish.

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Science Notes - Natural History Potpourri Workshops Jan 1993

Science Notes - Natural History Potpourri Workshops

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Natural History Workshops are scheduled at the Conservation Education Center (Springbrook) for the weeks of June 12-17 and 19-24, 1994. The Potpourri of topics includes: birds, trees, rocks, prairie plants and pond life. The week-long sessions will include field trips, lecture/discussions, slide talks and participation in activities which link the content topics to classroom activities.

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Science Notes - Excellence In Science And Mathematics Teaching Awards, Jonna M. Higgins Jan 1993

Science Notes - Excellence In Science And Mathematics Teaching Awards, Jonna M. Higgins

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The 1993 Iowa recipients of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching have been announced. Cindy Earlene Roberts of Lake View Auburn Community Schools was selected as the awardee in the Elementary Science category. The awardee in the Secondary Science category was Hector Ibarra of West Branch Middle School.

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Science Notes - Smokey Bear Fire Prevention Kits Available Jan 1993

Science Notes - Smokey Bear Fire Prevention Kits Available

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Kindergarten and primary grade teachers can now obtain free Smithsonian Institution/USDA Forest Service learning kits that celebrate Smokey Bear's golden anniversary.

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Science Calendar Jan 1993

Science Calendar

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Editor's Corner - Preserving Biodiversity: Notes To A Korean Grandson, Carl W. Bollwinkel Jan 1993

Editor's Corner - Preserving Biodiversity: Notes To A Korean Grandson, Carl W. Bollwinkel

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

One of the things that makes this world such a wonderful place is the variety of living things. There are thousands and thousands kinds of plants and animals. Some are so tiny we cannot see them without a magnifying glass. Some are bigger than elephants. Some, like parrots, have bright colors. Some, like orchids, have very strange shapes. Some, like people, come in different sizes, shapes and colors and do very interesting things. There are many differences in all these living things and we call this "diversity."

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Index To Volume 30 Jan 1993

Index To Volume 30

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Editorial Office & Staff; Officers, Iowa Academy Of Science; Executive Board & Regional Directors, Iowa Science Teachers Section Jan 1993

Editorial Office & Staff; Officers, Iowa Academy Of Science; Executive Board & Regional Directors, Iowa Science Teachers Section

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Cover - Front Matter - Table Of Contents Jan 1993

Cover - Front Matter - Table Of Contents

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Estimation Of Percent Body Fat By Hydrostatic Weighing In High Schools, Fred W. Kolkhorst Jan 1993

Estimation Of Percent Body Fat By Hydrostatic Weighing In High Schools, Fred W. Kolkhorst

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Concerns with fitness have increased interest in body composition and ideal body weight. Although anthropometric (e.g. skinfold) measurements can quickly determine general body composition, hydrostatic weighings are more accurate. While most exercise physiology laboratories on university campuses have a specialized tank for performing hydrostatic weighings, adequate stations can be set up in any swimming pool for a minimal initial cost. Several scientific concepts can be demonstrated during this exercise: measurement of lung volumes, determination of body density and calculation of percent body fat.

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Iowanet Update, Jack Gerlovich, Paul Joslin Jan 1993

Iowanet Update, Jack Gerlovich, Paul Joslin

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

"How come space is so dark if it is occupied by trillions of stars that are all so bright like our Sun?" asked a Des Moines second grader. His question was answered by three very different people: a physics teacher, a high school physics student and a retired attorney. All gave slightly different answers; the student received a rich and immediate response to a question that could not be answered with local school resources. This student's opportunity was made possible by his school's participation in the IOWANET computer conferencing network. The following article will help teachers understand and appreciate the …

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Astronomy Bulletin - The Night Sky: December 13 To February 13, 1993 Jan 1993

Astronomy Bulletin - The Night Sky: December 13 To February 13, 1993

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

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Science Notes - Inserting A Wire Through A Cork Or Rubber Stopper Jan 1993

Science Notes - Inserting A Wire Through A Cork Or Rubber Stopper

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Christy Cargille of the Institute for Chemical Education (ICE) Headquarters staff has found a convenient way to insert a wire through a rubber cork or stopper. The method, illustrated below, requires only a hypodermic needle.

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Using Science Fiction To Teach Science Fact Jan 1993

Using Science Fiction To Teach Science Fact

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Naola Van Orden at Sacramento City College in California has her students write science fiction stories to demonstrate their understanding of various scientific concepts. While the assignments made by Van Orden and the responses she received from her students may be too advanced for lower grades, the idea can be used from the elementary level up.

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Science Notes - Environmental Issues Instruction (Eii) Workshops Jan 1993

Science Notes - Environmental Issues Instruction (Eii) Workshops

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Two eii programs have been funded by REAP and will be offered in early 1994. The eii program, which is appropriate for elementary, junior and senior high teachers of all disciplines, focuses on teaching students to move beyond awareness to analysis and responsible decision-making and action.

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Science Notes - Global Systems Science Summer Institutes, Jonna M. Higgins Jan 1993

Science Notes - Global Systems Science Summer Institutes, Jonna M. Higgins

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

High school teachers interested in serving as partners to develop interdisciplinary course materials related to global environmental problems are invited to attend the Global Systems Science Summer Institutes. Participants will also design new teaching techniques. Before attending the institute, accepted teachers will test current materials in their classrooms.

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Science Notes - Summer Institutes For Middle Level Science Teachers, Jonna M. Higgins Jan 1993

Science Notes - Summer Institutes For Middle Level Science Teachers, Jonna M. Higgins

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Teachers of grades 5-9 are invited to apply to attend summer institutes at one of four college campuses nationwide. Participants in the APAST/NSTA/NSF program will learn new teaching techniques, increase science content knowledge and develop networks with creative teachers and science educators from across the nation. They will apply the results of education research to their teaching and improve their leadership skills.

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Science Notes - Ice Offers Science Workshops For Teachers Jan 1993

Science Notes - Ice Offers Science Workshops For Teachers

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Teachers and supervisors from kindergarten through college are invited to take part in programs that will be offered by the Institute for Chemical Education (ICE).

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Science Notes - Toyota/Nsta Tapestry Grants, Jonna M. Higgins Jan 1993

Science Notes - Toyota/Nsta Tapestry Grants, Jonna M. Higgins

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Grants allowing teachers to implement innovative environmental and physical science projects are being offered by TAPESTRY (Toyota's Appreciation Program for Excellence to Science Teachers Reaching Youth).

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Science Notes - Scholarships Available To Minority Students Jan 1993

Science Notes - Scholarships Available To Minority Students

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

The American Physical Society (APS) is once again offering ''Corporate Sponsored Scholarships for Minority Undergraduate Students Who Major in Physics."

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Science Notes - Astronomy And Space Science Education Summer Institutes, Jonna M. Higgins Jan 1993

Science Notes - Astronomy And Space Science Education Summer Institutes, Jonna M. Higgins

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Elementary and middle school science teachers may wish to learn more about the Astronomy and Space Science Education Summer Institutes to be held on June 21-July 12 and July 17-August 5 at the Lawrence Hall of Science of the University of California at Berkeley. The primary focus of the institutes is to serve elementary and middle school teachers who wish to better integrate astronomy and space science content into their curriculum. However, secondary consideration is given to high school instructors who are responsible for training elementary or middle school teachers.

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Science Notes - Bonnett Receives Conservation Achievement Award, Jonna M. Higgins Jan 1993

Science Notes - Bonnett Receives Conservation Achievement Award, Jonna M. Higgins

Iowa Science Teachers Journal

Barbara Bonnett was recently named a 1993 Conservation Achievement Award winner by the Iowa Wildlife Federation for her work in Conservation Education. Bonnett, a Burlington elementary school teacher, is currently an Associate Director of the Environmental Issues Instruction (eii) program, which builds ecological foundations in order to prepare students to take responsible environmental action.

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