A Guide For Pursuing Independent Scientific Research Opportunities In High School

For motivated high school students, doing research through an independent research project (IRP) can help a student stand out among the masses on their college application

Analysis: Science Matters Now More Than Ever. The Time to Start Teaching It Is in Elementary School

We are facing one of the greatest health crises in history and a climate crisis that will last for generations. Students must be equipped to tackle them with a high-quality science education from the earliest grades

Curious Kids: how did humans think about things, before they had language to think with?

Kids ask "how did humans think about things, before they had language to think with?" and a scientist answers

One of the most challenging problems in educational policy and practice

Language proficiency has an important influence on students' ability to answer scientific questions a new study has found.

The Value of Digital Tools in Science Classes

Digital learning experiences can be used to mirror the work of real scientists, boosting students’ engagement and learning outcomes in science class

Scientific research on how to teach critical thinking contradicts education trends

Scientists are united in their belief that content knowledge is crucial to effective critical thinking

It’s Good News on Girls and Science

An analysis of almost 80 studies finds that girls are making dramatic strides in imagining themselves as scientists—but there’s still work to do.

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