Monday, February 10, 2020
When students "catch the scientist bug," Joe Smith knows he’s done his job well.“A scientist doesn’t follow a preset procedure – they ask questions and take ownership,” says Smith, an AP Biology teacher at Trinity High School in Washington, Penn., and NMSI’s February Teacher of...
Thursday, February 06, 2020
Shana Martin felt alone and without guidance when she first started teaching Advanced Placement® Chemistry. Thanks to NMSI’s online teacher cohorts, she now has a community of educators offering support. Each month, NMSI coaches and AP® Chemistry teachers from across Martin’s school district meet in...
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Every morning on the way to school, Carlie Nemecek’s dad asked, “What’s the science question of the day?” Her replies ranged from “Why do we sneeze?” to “Why does the rain drop on the windshield?”Nemecek attributes her inquisitive nature to her father’s questions and encouragement.“I...
Thursday, January 16, 2020
Dolly Chugh, a New York University associate professor, offered this advice during a winter convening for New York City public school educators. “Good-ish” means admitting your mistakes and taking ownership of your own learning. In other words, a growth rather than fixed mindset.As a society,...
Wednesday, January 08, 2020
“I don’t give blacks A’s,” the architectural drafting instructor said in response to my inquiry about receiving a B grade. His voice was stern with a sense of finality.Staring at the grade, I reflected on the care and passion I put into my drawings. How could he...
Tuesday, January 07, 2020
Caroline Reynolds was the only woman chemical engineer in the room for most of her career. The 77-year-old from Austin, Texas, encourages women working in STEM fields to participate in their communities. She sees this action as one of the best ways to connect with girls considering what they...