[[{“value”:” How should we interact with strangers on the bus? Published: Travelling on public transport gives us a unique opportunity to cross paths with people from all walks of life. But how do we know how to behave and interact with strangers in such close proximity? At the University of British Columbia in Canada, sociologist Dr Amy Hanser is studying…
[[{“value”:” CC-BY, provided by author Circular economy, recycling, climate change… These are just some of the topics frequently discussed today at different levels and in different contexts. Talking about them is certainly important, but even more important is to take action! In particular, the involvement of young people is strategic to achieving some of the goals of the 2030 Agenda….
[[{“value”:” Transforming agriculture with solution-driven science Published: In recent years, the agricultural industry has faced unprecedented challenges due to emerging pests and diseases threatening crop production worldwide. Dr Robert Shatters, a research scientist at the US Horticultural Research Laboratory, discusses the transformative potential of solution-driven science in addressing agricultural crises and pushing the industry towards a more resilient and sustainable…
[[{“value”:” What influences young people’s aspirations? Published: Professor Louise Archer, Professor of Sociology of Education at University College London, led the ASPIRES project to investigate the influences on young people’s science aspirations. She coined the term ‘science capital’ to help explain their involvement, or lack thereof, in science. Here, she discusses the role of capital in determining young people’s STEM…
[[{“value”:” Mystery Escapes are proving to be one of the best activities added to our classroom. These easy prep resources are engaging, fun, and full of academic skills! Oh, my, these mystery Escapes cases have such a delightful twist. Students read a short story that sets the stage for the mystery. To solve it, students must complete 4 puzzle activities….
[[{“value”:” Post by Kristina Klammer August 20, 2024 Could there be alien life in space? For centuries, humans have pondered the possibility of life beyond Earth. It’s a question that captures the imagination of both scientists and students alike—one I hear in my classroom every year when we explore space. In this exciting science and engineering unit, students will dive…