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Eva Amsen considers the pros and cons of science fairs, and offers tips for how teachers can get involved – or even organise their own science fair.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
Films about science or even pseudo-science can be powerful tools in the classroom. Jenna Stevens from the CISCI project provides a toolkit for using the film Erin Brockovich in chemistry and ecology lessons.
Ages: 16-19;
Why are enzymes so special? How do they differ from inorganic catalysts? Isabella Marini from the University of Pisa, Italy, describes a classroom protocol to enable students to answer these questions for themselves.
Ages: 14-16;
Once again, we are happy to offer you a wide range of articles written by teachers, scientists and others from nine different countries.
Ages: not applicable;
Karen Smith from NEF, the New Economics Foundation, London, UK, describes an approach to creating a safe space where students can discuss sensitive topics, like stem-cell research or genetically modified food. How can students be encouraged to explore their values in relation to science topics, and…
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
Science and science fiction are the basis of many popular films. Rafael Reyeros from the CISCI project describes the launch of this Internet database to help teachers use film clips to illustrate, discuss and debate science in their lessons.
Ages: 11-14, 14-16, 16-19;
We are relative newcomers on Earth and still have a lot to learn. Julian Vincent from the University of Bath, UK, investigates some of the lessons we can learn from the living world.
Ages: 14-16, 16-19;
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Fair enough? Balanced considerations for future science-fair organisers
Topics: Science and society, General science
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Erin Brockovich
Topics: Resources
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Two hydrolytic enzymes and an epistemological–historical approach
Topics: Biology, Chemistry
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Welcome to the fourth issue of Science in School
Topics: Uncategorized
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Democs: a conversation card activity for teaching science and citizenship
Topics: Science and society, General science
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Launch event of Cinema and Science (CISCI)
Topics: Events
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Is traditional engineering the right system with which to manipulate our world?
Topics: Physics, Biology
