Teaching Science in Diverse Classrooms Chpt. 9 &10

If guest speakers represent bringing the outside world into the classroom, then field trips are

• the exact opposite.

• the same experience

• not helpful

• similar

Why are Science field trips vital

• students learn things on field trips that they might not otherwise learn

• students learn need to get out of the building to learn "Science"

• They are not vital to the success of students learning

Science teachers in urban schools often serve students whose experiences with the natural environment are more visibly constrained by human factors than their suburban or rural counterparts.

• True

• False

Regardless of the increase in sedentary indoor activities (video games/social media), have most demographic of our youth been affected?

• Yes

• No

What are the three related goals usually frame most environmental education efforts?

• foster and sustain a love of nature

• make connections to the outside world

• help students make intelligent and informed choices in their lives

• gain a scientific understanding of the environment

In your teaching experience, have you ever invited a special guest into the classroom? Please share your experience.