Principles of Learning
True or false: effective learning may require people to reconstruct their thinking radically
True
True or false: teaching should not be consistent with the nature of the scientific inquiry
False
What does STEM stand for?
Science, Technology, Engineering, Math
How can students master skills?
Through practice
Science teaching should aim to counteract learning _____?
Learning anxieties
What is the title of the book that this chapter is from?
Science for All Americans
What should schools focus on in order for the quality of learning to be better?
Schools should focus on the most important skills and concepts.
What are two ways that science teaching can reflect scientific values?
any two of these:
welcome curiosity, reward creativity, encourage questioning, do not impose specific opinions
What is the Earth's diameter?
7,917.5 miles or 8,000 miles
What type of expectations affects students' own expectations and therefore their learning behavior?
Positive and negative expectations
Where should science teaching extend beyond the school?
Throughout the community and to parents and adults who are interested in the subject.
How many STEM high schools are in the US?
around 90 high schools
Young people learn through what 4 aspects/senses?
Auditory, Visual, Tactile, Kinesthetic
What are aspects of teaching that students need more time to do?
What is the most popular major within the STEM field?
Mechanical Engineering