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Eklund, Holly – PRIMUS, 2020
The purpose of this paper is to explain a newly implemented interactive delivery model for students at the Colorado School of Mines (Mines) repeating Calculus for Scientists & Engineers I during the spring of 2017. Since calculus is a necessary component for so many STEM degrees, it will continue to be a gateway to obtaining such degrees and…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Delivery Systems, Calculus, Scientists
Laursen, Sandra L.; Brickley, Annette – Journal of Geoscience Education, 2011
Scientists' involvement in education has increased in recent years due to mechanisms such as the National Science Foundation's "broader impacts" expectations for research projects. The best investment of their effort lies in sharing their expertise on the nature and processes of science; film is one medium by which this can be done…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Scientific Principles, Documentaries, Films
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Carr, Kate – Science Activities: Classroom Projects and Curriculum Ideas, 2009
Science education reached the headlines of the local newspaper: "Foundation donates $33M! American Chemical Society gets support for chemistry teaching." This windfall came from the Hach Scientific Foundation in Fort Collins, Colorado. The $33 million will go to continue three programs initiated by the Hach Scientific Foundation. One…
Descriptors: Majors (Students), Chemistry, Workshops, Teacher Certification