Science education and motivation

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1 total messages Started by Chuck Summers Mon, 11 Jan 1993 16:40

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Author: Chuck Summers
Date: Mon, 11 Jan 1993 16:40

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I am an electrical engineer who has been asked by a local high 
school to teach a basic physical science course in the fall.
I am looking forward to this because of my own interest in science
and technology.  I want the course to be interesting and motivating
to my students (8-10 total, 9th grade students).  What work has 
been done to make the material interesting to non-technical
and technical types? I want to encourage those who are interested
in a career in science/math and also help those who are not
to see the value of learning the material.

The question is, what are some methods of teaching the material
(including supplemental material) I could use in the class?  How
can I transfer my enthusiasm for the material to my students?

I would be interested in dialog with anyone who has taught similar
courses, especially those who are engineers and have taught science
in high school.

Charles E. Summers, PE
Member Scientific Staff
Bell Northern Research

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