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This year is the International Year of Astronomy. To celebrate, Chris Starr and Richard Harwood suggest some useful websites and other resources to inspire your astronomy teaching.
Ages: <11, 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
On 11-16 September 2009, the annual European Union Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS) took place in Paris, France. Marlene Rau, a member of this year’s jury, reports.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
The vast majority of chemists with whom I come into contact recall that the first experiences that excited them about chemistry were either seeing or doing practical work.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Every year, CERN invites a group of high-school teachers to Geneva, Switzerland, to learn about particle physics – and how to teach it at school.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
How better to inspire thousands of schoolchildren across Europe than by motivating and educating their teachers? As Eleanor Hayes explains, that is the idea behind Science on Stage – a network of local, national and international events for teachers.
Ages: <11, 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Research offers exciting and challenging job opportunities, but sometimes the price to pay in terms of personal sacrifice is very high. Claudia Mignone interviews a young astronomer who found satisfaction in the classroom – teaching mathematics.
Ages: not applicable;
Why is science important? “It helps us find out what on Earth is going on.” “It can lay the groundwork for a great career.” “It is our best chance for tomorrow.” “It provides us with opportunities and choices.” These and more statements can be found on Alom Shaha’s webpage, Why is…
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Dr Alan Leshner, Chief Executive Officer of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and Executive Publisher of the renowned Science magazine, tells Marlene Rau and Sonia Furtado about his varied career and shares his views on science education issues.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Whynotchemeng.com is an excellent website designed for students who are considering a career in chemical or biochemical engineering. The website has two particular strengths: careers information, and a resource of practical demonstrations designed to inspire potential young physical scientists and…
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Sonia Furtado and Marlene Rau report on the news from the national Science on Stage representatives.
Ages: <11, 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
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Education resources for the International Year of Astronomy
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Discoveries in Paris: the European Union Contest for Young Scientists
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Classic Chemistry Demonstrations: One Hundred Tried and Tested Experiments, By Ted Lister
Topics: Resources
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Particle physics close up: CERN high-school teachers programme
Topics: Events
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Science on Stage: heading for a country near you
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A star-struck teacher in Italy
Topics: Profiles
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Why is science important? website, By Alom Shaha
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Alan Leshner: at the interface of science and society
Topics: Profiles
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Whynotchemeng.com website, By the Institution of Chemical Engineers, UK
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Science on Stage: recent activities
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