Integration of Life and Physical Science

I was looking for lessons on sound, when I came across this lesson plan. This lesson combines the life science of insects with the science of sound - what a great idea! I plan on teaching ... See More

I was looking for lessons on sound, when I came across this lesson plan. This lesson combines the life science of insects with the science of sound - what a great idea! I plan on teaching in a more integrated approach next year, and these lessons will fit in perfectly. I especially liked the content knowledge that was provided within the article on sound - the components of sound, why we hear sound, and other concepts that are important to confident teaching of the topic. I am looking forward to implementing these lessons next year in our environmental science unit.

Using Free RavenLite as a Technology Tool for Inq

This article is one of the most exciting that I have reviewed that integrates waves and sound into inquiry lessons focusing on insect morphology and movement; lessons available for students ... See More

This article is one of the most exciting that I have reviewed that integrates waves and sound into inquiry lessons focusing on insect morphology and movement; lessons available for students at all levels of learning. The educators describe activities that gather data with a freeware sound identifying sonogram promoted by e-bird and Cornell Lab of Ornithology. And note that the 'bird ID' software has been adapted by these cany educators into another tool for their students to study insects. The strategies are cleverly designed and certainly will open the door to integrating life and physical science at many content areas. You are encouraged to review the methods presented; to download the free software; and to design inquiry for your particular classroom learning environment. Enjoy! My students certainly did and I thank the authors for sharing with all by writing the article for the NSTA journal.