There are several tools in science that can be used for communication and problem solving;
Probes
"Google" calculators
Games
Simulations
There are several terms and actions used specifically for science;
1. Probeware is a great tool to use in science because the student can use probeware sensors to record events. The students can collect data and analyze it by putting it in the computer to make graphs or charts.
2." Learn Science" Nintendo games teach students about; light, sound, physics, anatomy, biology, and geography using the mini-game unit.
3. Virtual biology labs are best for dissections because the simulation can cut down on the cost of ordering animals and are more humane.
4. “Google Calculator” is great for physics because it contains the physics constants and reduces search time. Then physics can be taught to lower grades without them having the higher math skills.
5 Simulated chemistry labs are best for labs requiring hazardous chemicals and replace labs that need long preparation and cleanup time.
Simulations in science are good tools to use to use to meet the needs of different learning styles because during labs the teacher can control the variables for each group of students.
-I didn't know Nintendo hadscience games. What an easy way to get students attention and get them to want to engage in science. I also think virtual labs are great. In a tiwere here budgets are tight, if you have to watch money, using a virtual tool to dissect can replace and even enhance dissecting the physical specimen. I also love the Nintendo64 game set image, as it was the gaming system must have when I was a kid. -Kate
Kathleen, you should check out this article I found about tech tools for science. Article about Tech for Science There are a lot of free tools referenced and some for purchase. There are also a couple of dissection simulation sites. I teach science too and bookmarked this page. I don't know what level you teach, but I also found a cool electron microscope interactive tool. Molecular Expressions-Electron Microscopy
I wasn't aware of Nintendo science games. I'll have to check that out. - Tina
Alicia Timmer - love the idea of Nintendo science games. how fun would that be! I've never seen virtual science labs for dissection. I'll have to look these up, they sound really interesting and better than trying to coordinate dissections in the classroom.
http://www.explorelearning.com/ Check out the link I found for a site I ran across called Explorelearning. There you can search for lessons complete with interactive Gizmos for different science topics. As a teacher, you can search for appropriate material by your state standards, by your grade level and topic, or by your textbook series. MonsieurSchott (-:
There are several terms and actions used specifically for science;
1. Probeware is a great tool to use in science because the student can use probeware sensors to record events. The students can collect data and analyze it by putting it in the computer to make graphs or charts.
2." Learn Science" Nintendo games teach students about; light, sound, physics, anatomy, biology, and geography using the mini-game unit.
3. Virtual biology labs are best for dissections because the simulation can cut down on the cost of ordering animals and are more humane.
4. “Google Calculator” is great for physics because it contains the physics constants and reduces search time. Then physics can be taught to lower grades without them having the higher math skills.
5 Simulated chemistry labs are best for labs requiring hazardous chemicals and replace labs that need long preparation and cleanup time.
Simulations in science are good tools to use to use to meet the needs of different learning styles because during labs the teacher can control the variables for each group of students.
-I didn't know Nintendo hadscience games. What an easy way to get students attention and get them to want to engage in science. I also think virtual labs are great. In a tiwere here budgets are tight, if you have to watch money, using a virtual tool to dissect can replace and even enhance dissecting the physical specimen. I also love the Nintendo64 game set image, as it was the gaming system must have when I was a kid. -Kate
Kathleen, you should check out this article I found about tech tools for science. Article about Tech for Science There are a lot of free tools referenced and some for purchase. There are also a couple of dissection simulation sites. I teach science too and bookmarked this page. I don't know what level you teach, but I also found a cool electron microscope interactive tool. Molecular Expressions-Electron Microscopy
I wasn't aware of Nintendo science games. I'll have to check that out. - Tina
Alicia Timmer - love the idea of Nintendo science games. how fun would that be! I've never seen virtual science labs for dissection. I'll have to look these up, they sound really interesting and better than trying to coordinate dissections in the classroom.
http://www.explorelearning.com/ Check out the link I found for a site I ran across called Explorelearning. There you can search for lessons complete with interactive Gizmos for different science topics. As a teacher, you can search for appropriate material by your state standards, by your grade level and topic, or by your textbook series. MonsieurSchott (-: