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Judith Lucas-Odom
Chester High School
PA

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Science Teacher of STEM using NASA and NASA Explorer School Resources. I teach Environmental Science using Inquiry and STEM/STEAM. I am a MAVEN Ambassador who is interested in sharing this curriculum. I also like to share new resources. I am working on curriculum design to help students with disabilities.

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Modeling Using Stem Literacy and Hand on using Science and STEM

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Gravity and Orbits understanding them

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Forum Posts
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Sun, Jul 07, 2024 6:51 AM in Taking Science Outside of the Classroom

Hi, when I taught science in High School we often went outside to take air samples, soil samples, and water samples. First thing is to prepare your students investigate the area have look at their surroundings and write down what they notice. Always give them guidelines to follow. If you are near a park or know a person who is knowledgeable about nature get their help. ...

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Thu, Mar 08, 2018 6:16 AM in Free NGSS Posters from Vernier

Judith Odom [email protected] Environmental/Biology Teacher Chester High School 200 W. 9th St Chester, PA 19013 12 sets

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Thu, Jan 05, 2017 6:09 AM in Change in Education blog post

I enjoyed your blog and your thoughts about technology then and now. My school district is still using some of the equipment that was pictured, even in the high school.

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Reviews
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Earth, Sun and Moon Collection

Thu, Feb 21, 2013 8:57 PM
Earth, Sun and Moon

This is an excellent collection and it is easily adaptable for middle and upper level!

Editor's Note: November/December 2003

Wed, Dec 29, 2010 10:02 PM
Understanding

This article has remained true over the last 7 to 8 years. Science is neglected and even forgotten when it comes to other subjects but there is a bright side science teachers are now using science as a vehicle to help students with language barriers to learn the language of English. I have taught students who spoke some or no English but when they get involved in an experiment you can engage their understanding of science concepts while teaching the basics of English. Understanding is the best way to reach all students and science provides the gateway that opens the door to a child's understanding no matter what their native language is.

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