Addressing Misconceptions

Elementary students have misconceptions about many things in science. Many of them relate to topics in astronomy. This article addresses some major misconceptions but more importantly the... See More

Elementary students have misconceptions about many things in science. Many of them relate to topics in astronomy. This article addresses some major misconceptions but more importantly the reader not only learns what they are but why children have them. There are several good ideas about what teachers can do to better prepare themselves to address these ideas. This is a good article for all teachers.

Solar System Misconceptions

This article presents a quick and yet thorough look at student misconceptions in regards to the solar system. The article addresses “what” misconceptions they might have and “why,” “how” te... See More

This article presents a quick and yet thorough look at student misconceptions in regards to the solar system. The article addresses “what” misconceptions they might have and “why,” “how” teachers can help students, and “how” teachers can help prepare themselves to address potential misconceptions. The article is focused on elementary grades, but the information provided can be applied to students at any grade level. Short, sweet and to the point – a great reference point or guide for student misconceptions on the solar system.