Tue, Jan 29, 2013 8:53 AM in Science Lessons Outside of the Classroom
Lauren, I don't know if you are still seeking ideas concerning outdoor experiences. If you are, you may want to look at Science Beyond the Classroom. It is an NSTA Press book containing a collection of articles previously published in Science and Children. The sections include Beyond the Curriculum: Projects and Challenges; Beyond the School Building Walls: Using Local Sites; Beyond the School Da...
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Tue, Jan 29, 2013 8:10 AM in Welcome! New teachers and mentors
Do you have a mentor? That is one of the best ways to learn the aspects of school systems that are specific to a region. Find someone who is teaching or is recently retired who can provide you with an insider's peek into what is really happening in the schools. They can tell you what kind of support you can anticipate, what you really need to bring with you (mentally and physically) into the class...
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