Tag Archives: experiments

Exploring the World through Interactive Simulations

Math, Science, Technology, , ,
PhET Interactive Simulations
· Appropriate for: Building teacher background knowledge, Use in class, For student independent work · Available: Lessons, Hands On Activities · Readiness: Resources can be used as they are · Engagement: 3 = very engaging

For many of us, teaching math and science are relatively new endeavors. We came to adult education as generalists with no particular background in math or science, but now that there are new college and career readiness standards in adult education and a new HSE assessment in New York State, I think we’ve all realized that there is a need for us to teach some basic content in chemistry, biology, earth science and physics. I don’t know about you, but that proposition is pretty intimidating for me.  Continue reading Exploring the World through Interactive Simulations →

Scientific Misconceptions and Wonder in the Everyday

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Veritasium
· Appropriate for: Building teacher background knowledge, Use in class · Available: Videos · Readiness: Resources need to be/can be adapted for adult education classroom · Engagement: 2 = engaging

Veritasium is a YouTube channel of science videos, focused mainly on physics, created by the charismatic Dr. Derek Muller. As of this review, there are 199 incredibly engaging and visual videos, with more being added all the time. One of the things I really like about the Veritasium videos is the way they focus on drawing out and breaking down common misconceptions about science and how the physical world works. Continue reading Scientific Misconceptions and Wonder in the Everyday →