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MSTA Journal Fall 2011
Volume 56 Number 2
Thursday, December 1, 2011
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Contents:
  1. Student Vocabulary Development in the Science Curriculum
  2. The Art and Science of Critical Thinking as Expressed Through Discourse in the Classroom
    Robby Cramer, Science Education Specialist, Van Andel Education Institute
  3. Cultural Influence on Science Education: The Dilemma of Basic Science Students in Nigeria
    Ngozi Okafor, Ph.D., Nigeria
  4. Representation of Gender and Race of Scientists in Children's Earth Science Trade Books
    Caitlin Wolfinger, Elementary School Teacher, Davis Drive Elementary School; Dr. Steve Mattox, Professor of Geology, Grand Valley State University; Kimberly Jenerou, Presrevice Biology Student, Grand Valley State University
  5. Problems and Prospects for Recent Time in Science Education (Members Only)
    Bal Barot, Lake Michigan College; Aekam B. Barot, Western Michigan University
  6. Producing Bio-Fuel in the Classroom
    A Simple Experiment to Make Ethanol
    Mark Benvenuto and Danielle Garshott, University of Detroit Mercy, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
  7. Crystal Structure Lab
    Walter Erhardt, Ariel Rose, and Joel Simons, Battle Creek Area Mathematics and Science Center
  8. Sound and Vibrations
    Stephanie Standriff
  9. High School Journal Club
    A Model for Promoting Scientific Literacy and Scientific Discourse
    Jim Nicolette, Associate Director, Van Andel Education Institute
MSTA Journal Spring 2011
Volume 56 Number 1
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
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Contents:
  1. Increasing Scientific Literacy
    Roberta Jacobowitz - Science Consultant
  2. Conceptual Development
    Understanding atmospheric concepts
    Cameron D. Craig, Eastern Illinois University Department of Geography and Geology & Meredith Beilfuss, Butler University
  3. Incorporating Technology Into a Science Classroom Discussion
    Tim Edinger, Jackson Public Schools
  4. Chemical Biology as an Undergraduate Capstone Course
    Bal Barot, Ph.D., Lake Michigan College, & Aekam B. Barot, Cleveland State University
  5. Thank Goodness the Sun is Single (Members Only)
    Trudy E. Bell
  6. Learning in the Prairie (Members Only)
    A comparison of field sketching and photography data collection methods among secondary students
    Meredith L. Beilfuss-Butler University and Li-Ling Yang – Rhode Island
  7. Primary School Teacher’s Perception of Difficult Areas In Mathematics (Members Only)
    Umoinyang, Imo E., Ph.D, Nigeria, Amaefun, Regina U., Ph.D, Nigeria & Enukoha, Obinna I., Ph.D-NIGERIA
  8. Well We Are Outside, Now What Do We Do?
    Grade Level Appropriate, Standards Based Things to do Outside With Kids
    Lisa Weise, Holt Public Schools
  9. International Year of Chemistry
    Darrell H. Beech, Culver Academics
  10. Lake Michigan Dunes Fieldtrip
    Amie Anderson, Baker College
  11. The Carbon Cycle and Climate Change
    Tom Green - Eastern Michigan University
  12. The Kinetic Theory of Matter and Diffusion ktp 2/11 (Members Only)
MSTA Journal Fall 2010
Volume 55 Number 2
Friday, October 1, 2010
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Contents:
  1. Cover Page
    MSTA
  2. Journal Information
  3. The Power of Learning Communities: Implementing Change in Science Teacher Professional Development
    Jann Joseph, PhD - Ellen Schiller, PhD - Colleen Heyboer, BS, Teacher
  4. The Most Effective Teaching Technique for the Sciences
    Carrie Gabrielse, Grand Valley State University
  5. Using Virtual Graphic Organizers to Enhance Science Reading Comprehension
    Lorri J. MacDonald, Ed.D., University of Detroit Mercy
  6. TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM Digital Microscopy: New Gateway to the Microscopic World (Members Only)
    Ruth Bates and Deborah Bates
  7. Biocomplexity in the High School Classroom (Members Only)
    Michael Sinclair1, Kalamazoo Area Math & Science Center - Helene Dauerty, Elkhart Central High School - Tom Finke, Trinity School at Greenlawn
  8. Old Chemistry (Members Only)
    Learning from early chemistry researchers
    David Consiglio - Southfield-Lathrup High School
  9. Are Green Bags Worth the Green
    Janice Guthrie Ed.D. and her students: Aneisha Bussey, Bradley Hamilton, KeChaunte Johnson, Katie Long, Kelsey Tabor, Michael Parker - Southfield Christian School
  10. Karyotype Activity
  11. Teaching the Essence of Science with a Game?
    A. Rees Midgley, Lewis J. Kleinsmith, Paul D. Howell, Brian H. Huneke, Keleigh M. Lee, Jo Matthis, inDepthLearning
  12. Life Science Arcade Aligned with 2009 Science GLCEs (Members Only)
    Sally Joseph and Christopher Dobson, Grand Valley State University
  13. Family Science Night (Members Only)
    Connecting Science to Parents, the School, and the Community
    James T. McDonald, Jason C. Artero, Alex DeSantis, and Robert K Cundy, Central Michigan University
  14. Water Her, Water There, Water is Everywhere! (Members Only)
    Stephanie Standriff and Steve Mattox, Grand Valley State University
  15. Author Guidelines
    MSTA
  16. Back Cover
MSTA Journal Spring 2010
Volume 55 Number 1
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
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Contents:
  1. The Authentic Science Experience (Members Only)
    Student-Directed Research in a Research Laboratory
    Dr. Reef (Philip D., II) Morse, Professor of Chemistry, Emeritus, Illinois State University, Director, Steppingstone Magnetic Resonance Training Center
  2. Basic Spectroscopy and the Food Dye Make-Up of Green Skittles
    Addressing the STEM Initiative In Muskegon Schools
    Jennifer Sherburn and Walt Erhardt - Muskegon Area ISD Regional Mathematics and Science Center
  3. Diverse Pedagogical Approaches and Effective Teaching for Chemical Sciences (Members Only)
    Bal Barot, Ph.D., Lake Michigan College
  4. Moss, Beech Trees, and Stemflow
    Integrated Science
    Michelle Frasco, Pinkston Street Elementary School and Christopher Dobson, Grand Valley State University
  5. Integrating the Engineering Design Process in the Kindergarten Science Classroom
    Can Kindergartners Become Engineers?
    Lisa Wujczyk, Miller Elementary School, Brenda M. Capobianco, Purdue University and Heidi Diefes-Dux, Purdue University
  6. A Few Good Materials
    Jane Rice, Susan Jackson, and Laura Markham, Michigan State University
  7. Landforms and Change
    A Few Good Materials (Part 1 of 3)
    Jane Rice, Susan Jackson, and Laura Markham, Michigan State University
  8. Matter and Molecules (Members Only)
    A Few Good Materials (Part 2 of 3)
    Jane Rice, Susan Jackson, and Laura Markham, Michigan State University
  9. Plants and Growth (Members Only)
    A Few Good Materials (Part 3 of 3)
    Jane Rice, Susan Jackson, and Laura Markham, Michigan State University
  10. Great Excuses for Teachers Who Teach Using Hands-On Science (Members Only)
    David J. Larwa, Past Executive Director, MSTA
  11. Global Warming: A Current Crisis? (Members Only)
    A Greenhouse Gas Introduction
    Jennifer Billington, Parchment Public Schools; Cathy Baisden, South Hill Academy; Heather Petcovic, Western Michigan University
  12. Foamy Photosynthesis (Members Only)
    Lesson Plan for Biology Classrooms for Cell Energetics
    David Digby - Calhoun Community High School, Karla Hammond - Pennfield High School, Phillip Jordon - Harper Creek High School, Mary Lindow - Battle Area Mathematics and Science Center, Jodie Lugar-McManus - Parchment High School
  13. Sound Jumper (Members Only)
    Now You Can See the Light and Hear It Too
    Stephen Barry, Harper Creek High School; John Burdette, Lakeview High School; Tara Egnatuk, Calhoun Community High School; Lindsey McConney, Portage Northern High School; Charles Henderson, Western Michigan University
MSTA Journal Fall 2009
Volume 54 Number 2
Sunday, November 1, 2009
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Contents:
  1. Preparing to Teach in the Outdoors
    Mark A. Seals - Alma College
  2. Get 'em Outside
    Making a Case for Place-Based Education
    Lisa Weise, Holt Public Schools
  3. Kicking the Tires of Natural Selection
    The Carriage Still Runs after 150 Years
    Ann H. Weaver and Brian Fox Ellis
  4. Organic Horticulture in the Secondary School (Members Only)
    Aldo T. Marrocco - Pisa, Italy
  5. The Presentation of Science in a Mid-sized Newspaper (Members Only)
    A Quantitative Study
    Department of Geology - Sara Bostelman et al, Grand Valley State University
  6. The Sucker Project (Members Only)
    Stephen R. Burton and Michelle M. Dam, Grand Valley State University
  7. Silly Putty Lab
    Kim Taylor-Papp, Northville High School
  8. Making Learning Memorable
    Darrell Bechtel - Croswell Lexington High School
  9. Visualizing the Impact of Burning Coal
    Molly Hazel and Steve Mattox, Grand Valley State University
  10. The Importance of Poop (Coprolites) (Members Only)
    Jamie Cummings and Steve Mattox - Grand Valley State University
  11. On Hands, Hay and Goats (Members Only)
    Walter Erhardt - Battle Creek Science and Math Center
MSTA Journal Fall 2008
Volume 53 Number 2
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
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Contents:
  1. Honing Teachers' Behind the Scenes Work
    Pragmatic Ideas from Best Practices
    Herb Fynewever, PhD - Western Michigan University; Charles Henderson, PhD - Western Michigan University; Stephen Barry - Harper Creek High School; Sandra Erwin - Harper Creek High School; Scott Hanson - Battle Creek Mathematics and Science Center; Mary Z.
  2. Teaching Inquiry, From a Distance
    Wiline M. Pangle, PhD Candidate - Michigan State University Museum
  3. Service Learning
    Taking Action for the Environment
    Jim McDonald, PhD - Director, Central Michigan GEMS Education Center and Central Michigan University; Lynn Dominguez, Assistant Professor of Recreation, Parks and Leisure Services Administration - Central Michigan University
  4. Smoothing Techniques for Weather Data (Members Only)
    John Boncek - Department of Mathematics and Physics, Troy University
  5. Using Assessments to Increase Student Achievement (Members Only)
    Greg Johnson EdD, EdS, Science Consultant - Wayne Mathematics and Science Center
  6. The Presentation of Science in a Mid-Sized Newspaper, A Quantitative Study (Members Only)
    Sara Bostelman, Joshua Breimayer, Lynn Bumstead, Kristy Butler, David Check, Sydney Cooke, Andrew DeWitt, Jodie Gray, Nicole Harris, Molly Hazel, Brad Hendershot, Jason Hernandez, Adam Jorgensen, Erin Lewis, Ian Mathews, Steve Mattox, Ross Mishler, Michae
  7. The Status of Technology, Science and Mathematics in U.S. Middle School Media Centers (Members Only)
    Results from a National Survey
    Ellen S. Hoffman, Associate Professor, Educational Technology - University of Hawaii at Manoa and Marcia Mardis-Assistant Professor, Library and Information Science - Wayne State University
  8. Towards Enhancing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Compliance of the Primary School Teachers for Effective Teaching
    Dr. Ngozi Okafor, PhD, Federal College of Education (Technical) Akoka-Lagos and Rev. Dr. Imo Edet Umoinyang, PhD, University of Calabar
  9. Getting Students Excited About Science
    Show Them The Money!
    David Consiglio - Southfield Lathrup High School and Mark Benvenuto - University of Detroit Mercy
  10. Digging up Dirt!
    Diane Pas-Grand Valley State University and Steve Mattox-Grand Valley State University
  11. Is It A Horse? Of Course
    Emily Dreyer-Grand Valley State University and Steve Mattox-Grand Valley State University
  12. Going for the Gold (Members Only)
    Kari Vandyke-Grand Valley State University and Steve Mattox-Grand Valley State University
  13. MEAP Released Items
MSTA Journal Spring 2008
Volume 53 Number 1
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
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Contents:
  1. Science Assessment in Michigan Schools as Information Processes (Members Only)
    Philip J. Piety, Doctoral Candidate - University of Michigan, School of Education
  2. Promising Science from Michigan and International Science and Engineering Fair (Members Only)
    Bal Barot, Ph.D. and Pawan Barot - Lake Michigan College
  3. The PBL Project for Teachers: Using Problem-Based Learning to Guide K-12 Science Teachers' Professional Learning
    Special Section: Problem-Based Learning Project for Teachers
    Tom J. McConnell - Research Associate, Division of Science & Mathematics Education, Michigan State University; Jan Eberhardt - Assistant Director, DSME, MSU; Joyce M. Parker - Assistant Professor, DSME, MSU; Jeannine C. Stanaway - Instructor, College of E
  4. Any Questions? Teaching Young Children to Ask Questions
    Special Section: Problem-Based Learning Project for Teachers
    Casey Lyn Sterle - Leslie Public Schools
  5. Should Your Town Become a Green Town? You Decide
    Special Section: Problem-Based Learning Project for Teachers
    Alexis Dyer - Stockbridge Middle School
  6. Poison Ivy: Teachers Designing a Problem-Based Science Unit
    Special Section: Problem-Based Learning Project for Teachers
    Kelly Boersma - Lakewood Public Schools; Lee Ballor - Chippewa Middle School; Jennifer Graeber - Island City Academy
  7. Weather Across the Elementary School Curriculum
    Special Section: Problem-Based Learning Project for Teachers
    Pat Trommater, Rebecca Farlee, Gail Hollinshead, Marcia Larkins - Carson City Elementary School; Jeannine C. Stanaway, Tom J. McConnell, Michigan State University
  8. Using Problem-Based Learning to Understand Global Warming
    Special Section: Problem-Based Learning Project for Teachers
    Tracy Bednarick - Eagle Crest Charter Academy
  9. One Species to Rule Them All
    Special Section: Problem-Based Learning Project for Teachers
    Rob Blume - Macomb Academy of Arts and Sciences
  10. Building a Better PBL Problem: Lessons Learned from the PBL Project for Teachers
    Special Section: Problem-Based Learning Project for Teachers
    Tom J. McConnell - Research Associate, Division of Science & Mathematics Education, Michigan State University, et al.
  11. Using a Movie For a Fun, Practical Example of Density Computations in the Science Classroom (Members Only)
    Mark Benvenuto - University of Detroit Mercy
  12. Fisheries Learning on the Web (Members Only)
    Joyce Daniels and Elizabeth LaPorte, Michigan Seagrant
  13. Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers (Members Only)
    Book Review
    (Reviewer) Annis Hapkiewicz - East Lansing, MI
  14. Survival of the Sickest: A Medical Maverick Discovers Why We Need Disease (Members Only)
    Book Review
    (Reviewer) Cheryl Hach
MSTA Journal Fall 2007
Volume 52 Number 2
Monday, October 1, 2007
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Contents:
  1. New Science Content Expectations and Curriculum Alignment (Members Only)
    Greg Johnson, Ed.D. and Ed.S - Wayne Mathematics and Science Center
  2. Connecting Cognitive Research and Science Education (Members Only)
    Meridith Beilfuss - Indiana State University
  3. Am I A Scientist?
    Michael Van Antwerp - Holt High School
  4. Isle Royale Institute (Members Only)
  5. Fifty Years of Wolf-Moose Study on Isle Royale
    Ann Mayo Kiely - Isle Royale Institute
  6. Lessons from Isle Royale
    Debra L. Zolynsky - Kennedy Middle School
  7. Population Puzzles
    Lisa Weise - Holt Public Schools
  8. Isle Royale Predator-Prey Cycle
    Jen Carlson - Lake Orion High School
  9. Energy Simulation Game (Members Only)
    Sarah Pregitzer, Grant Middle School
  10. Isle Royale Mapping Science (Members Only)
    Sarah Pregitzer, Grant Middle School
  11. Spot Logs: Ecological Field Research (Members Only)
    Sarah Pregitzer, Grant Middle School
  12. Pond Life and Problem Based Learning
    Colleen Palmer - Okemos High School
  13. The Importance of Surface Area and Volume in Biology (Members Only)
    William Hodges - Holt High School
  14. Life Science Arcade Addresses Standards
    Ashley Capps and Christopher Dobson, Grand Valley State University
  15. Fixing Broken Toys (Members Only)
    Laura Fenger - Leslie Middle School
MSTA Journal Spring 2007
Volume 52 Number 1
Sunday, April 1, 2007
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Contents:
  1. Natural Selections; Essays on Evolution & the Nature of Science & Evolution
    Misunderstanding the Nature of Science
    Gregory Forbes, PhD, Biological Sciences, Grand Rapids Community College Evolution Education Institute
  2. A Glance at Elementary Students' Perceptions of Science and Scientists (Members Only)
    Lauren Thompson & Dr. Mark A. Seals - Alma College
  3. Space Place (Members Only)
    A Great Big Wreck
    Tony Phillips - NASA
  4. Comparison of Michigan Curriculum Benchmarks and High School Content Expectations
  5. Comparison of Benchmarks and Expectations: Inquiry
    Lisa Weise, Holt High School
  6. Comparison of Benchmarks and Expectations: Biology
    Cheryl Hach, Kalamazoo Area Mathematics and Science Center; MSTA Region 1 Directory
  7. Comparison of Benchmarks and Expectations: Chemistry
    Annis Hapkiewicz, Chemistry Educator
  8. Comparison of Benchmarks and Expectations: Earth Science
    Michael Gallagher, Oakland Schools
  9. Comparison of Benchmarks and Expectations: Physics
    Kathy Mirakovits, Portage Northern High School
  10. The Antioxidant Mystery (Members Only)
    Effects of Antioxidants and Free Radicals on Seed Germination
    Aaron Hakim, Appleby College, Oakville, Ontario
  11. Natural Selection Game (Members Only)
    Josh Schlosser, Pattengill Middle School in Lansing
  12. Cool Stuff (Members Only)
    The Heat Is On
    Chris Chiaverina, Arbor Scientific
  13. MEAP Released Items: High School Science Grade 5 - Fall 2006
  14. MEAP Released Items: High School Science Grade 8 - Fall 2006
MSTA Journal Fall 2006
Volume 51 Number 2
Sunday, October 1, 2006 		Contents:
  1. Natural Selections; Essays on Evolution & the Nature of Science & Evolution
    Evolution Education; Why Bother?
    Gregory Forbes, PhD - Biological Sciences, Grand Rapids Community College Evolution Education Institute
  2. Problem-Based Learning in the Science Classroom (Members Only)
    James T. McDonald, Assistant Professor of Science Education, Central Michigan University, and Joseph "Mick" LaLopa, Associate Professor of Hospitality and Tourism Management, Purdue University
  3. Innovations in Science Teaching (Members Only)
    Dr. Marlow Ediger, Prof. Emeritus, Truman State University
  4. Cosmetic Chemistry Experiments for High School (Members Only)
    Larry Kolopajlo, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, Eastern Michigan University
  5. LEGO Robots-MSTA Special Education Science Mini Grant (Members Only)
    Debra L. Zolynsky, science teacher and Karen Karczewski, St. Clair Shores
  6. The Biodiversity Box: Inquiry Science at the Elementary Level (Members Only)
    Megan Gauss and Christopher Dobson, Grand Valley State University
  7. It's Becoming a Small Nano-world (Members Only)
    Vincent J. Lumetta, Warren Michigan
  8. How is a Camera Like Your Eye? (Members Only)
    Heather Peterson, Holt High School
  9. Mr. H's P.S.O.E. (Predict, Share, Observe, and Explain) Lab (Members Only)
    Paul Hinze, Okemos Public Schools
  10. Perspectives on Water Usage in Michigan and the Geology of the Ice Mountain Site
    Steve Mattox and Kenny King, Grand Valley State University
  11. Book Reviews (Members Only)
  12. MEAP Released Items - High School Science - Spring 2005 (Members Only)
MSTA Journal Spring 2006
Volume 51 Number 1
Saturday, April 1, 2006 		Contents:
  1. Natural Selections; Essays on Evolution & the Nature of Science & Evolution
    Integrity of Science Education Upheld in Dover Intelligent Design Ruling
    Gregory Forbes, PhD - Biological Sciences, Grand Rapids Community College Evolution Education Institute
  2. Is This A Normal Winter? (Members Only)
    Mary Bliss and Stephen Mattox, Grand Valley State University
  3. An Introduction to Great Explorations in Math and Science (GEMS) (Members Only)
    James T. McDonald, Assistant Professor of Science Education and Director - Central Michigan University
  4. Snowstorm on Pluto (Members Only)
    Dr. Tony Phillips - NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology
  5. MSU's PROM/SE Seeks Improvement in K-12 Math and Science Education in Michigan and Ohio Schools (Members Only)
    Susan Petit Riley, PROM/SE Director of Communications
  6. Using Evidence to Get a KLEW (Members Only)
    Carla Zembal-Saul - Penn State University; Kimber Hershberger - State College Area Community Schools; Mary L. Starr - University of Michigan
  7. Spectral Analysis: Breaking It All Down (Members Only)
    Chris Chiaverina
  8. Paddle Power (Members Only)
    Lori Stone - Fitzgerald Public Schools
  9. Autopsy of a Dill Pickle
    Heather Peterson - Holt High School
  10. Move Clip Lesson Plan (Members Only)
    Sandra Rutherford - Department of Geography and Geology, Eastern Michigan University
  11. Lesson Plan for Balancing Equations (Members Only)
    Sulan Dun
  12. Block Buster (Members Only)
    J. Mankowski - Wardcliff Elementary School
  13. MEAP Released Items - Grade 5 - Fall 2005
  14. MEAP Released Items - Grade 8 - Fall 2005
MSTA Journal Fall 2005
Volume 50 Number 2
Tuesday, November 1, 2005 		Contents:
  1. Intelligent Design; A Challenge to Evolution or the Evolution of a Challenge?
    Natural Selections; Essays on the Nature of Science & Evolution
    Gregory A. Forbes, PhD., Grand Rapids Community College
  2. Tracked-Vehicle; A Hands-On Engineering Experience (Members Only)
    Christy Heid, Miguel Abrahantes and Dave Cherba
  3. Linking Science and Social Studies Through an Inquiry-based Landform Project (Members Only)
    James McDonald, Assistant Professor of Science Education, Central Michigan University
    Renay Scott, Associate Professor, Central Michigan University
  4. Cancer Incidence Rates due to Nuclear Power Plants in Michigan (Members Only)
    Bal Barot, PhD, Lake Michigan College
    Pawan Barot, World Wide Education
  5. Newest Weather Sentry Takes Up Watch (Members Only)
    Patrick L. Barry
  6. Safe, Easy, Quick and Inexpensive Organic Chemistry Labs for High School Learners (Members Only)
    Matthew J. Mio and Mark A. Benevuto, University of Detroit Mercy
    Adapted from a lab by Roger Bower
  7. Science Games for the Upper Elementary and Middle School Classrooms (Members Only)
    Jann Joseph, PhD Associate Professor, Biology
    Sara Tlachac and Pamela Hendershot, Grand Valley State University
  8. Phototaxis in Euglenoids
    Andrew Hall - Michigan State University Intern
  9. Appeal to Your Students' Senses and Let the Learning Begin! (Members Only)
    Kathryn Meloche - Detroit Public Schools
  10. Investigating How a Motor Works (Members Only)
    Jennifer Dole, Three Fires Middle School, Howell
  11. Compass Fun (Members Only)
    Edward Railling, Albee Elementary
  12. MEAP Science Grade 5 Winter 2005 Released Items
  13. MEAP Science Grade 8 Winter 2005 Released Items
  14. MEAP Science High School Spring 2005 Released Items
MSTA Journal Spring 2005
Volume 50 Number 1
Tuesday, March 1, 2005 		Contents:
  1. Science, Pseudoscience, and Just Plain Nonsense
    Helping Our Students Tell the Difference
    Gregory Forbes, PhD - Biological Sciences, Grand Rapids Community College Evolution Education Institute
  2. The Crystal Growth of Gypsum (Members Only)
    An Automated Laboratory Experiment for Integrated Science Class
    Larry Kolopajlo, Department of Chemistry, Eastern Michigan University
  3. Introducing Teachers to Engineering Practice (Members Only)
    Shreyl A. Sorby, Jacqueline E. Huntoon, Bruce J. Pletka, Michigan Technological University
  4. Lab Partners (Members Only)
    Jon Margerum-Leys, Barry Fishman and Deborah Peek-Brown - Detroit Public Schools and The University of Michigan
  5. Is Punxutawney Phil Right? (Members Only)
    Using Groundhog Day to Teach About Statistics and the Nature of Science
    Shannon Sullivan and Stephen Mattox - Grand Valley State University
  6. The Euglenoid Project
    Lisa Weise - Holt High School
  7. Space Place (Members Only)
    Antennas, Designed by Darwin
    Patrick L. Barry - NASA
  8. How Old Is That Fossil?
    Rebecca Johns - Troy High School, Troy, MI
  9. Discovering a museum gem in Battle Creek (Members Only)
    Kingman Musuem - Battle Creek
  10. Properties of Liquids (Members Only)
    Mini-Labs
    Christine Diehl - Van Buren Public Schools
  11. Physical or Chemical Change (Members Only)
    Lesson for 5th or 6th Graders Using Strenga Nona's Magic Lessons
    Cheryl Cross - Flint Public Schools
  12. Trashalysis (Members Only)
    A Service Learning Project for Science
    Dr. Mark A. Seals - Professor of Science Education, Alma College
MSTA Journal Fall 2004
Volume 49 Number 2
Friday, October 1, 2004 		Contents:
  1. Chemistry Experiments to Teach Job Migration to Cheaper Countries (Members Only)
    Bal Barot, PhD, Lake Michigan College
  2. Galimoto: A Hands-On Project from Africa
    Christy Heid, GRAPCEP, Davenport University
  3. Students Fly High with NASA Balloon Experiments (Members Only)
    Ronald Ferenczi, Bishop Borgess High School and Academy Teacher
  4. NASA Space Place: Waiting for Cassini (Members Only)
    Diane K. Fisher, Jet Propulsion Laboratory
  5. Discussing Student Ideas Using Elementary Science Talks (Members Only)
    David A. Brigham, Lansing School District
  6. Planetariums 101 Part 2: Top 10 Ways To Get The Most Out of a Planetarium Trip (Members Only)
    Jennifer Easton, Longway Planetarium, Flint, Michigan
  7. A Blend of Traditional Wisdom and Scientific Knowledge for the Health of Our Youth (Members Only)
    Mary Hindelang, PhD, Curriculum Consultant
  8. A Simple Loudspeaker Which Students Can Build and Take Home (Members Only)
    John J. Krupczak, Jr., Christy Heid, Miguel Abrahantes, Tim Benson, Daniel Rodak, Jonathan Spauling, Department of Physics and Engineering, Hope College, Grand Rapids Area Pre-College Engineering Program, Davenport University
  9. Experiments Designed by Students: UV Sensitive Yeast (Members Only)
    Lisa Weise and Veronica Vachon, Holt High School
  10. Safe, Inexpensive Laser Demonstrations and Experiments (Members Only)
    Mark A. Benvenuto, University of Detroit Mercy, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
  11. How Does Energy (Heat) Move?
    Kari Goulet, Lansing School District
  12. MEAP Released Items
  13. Book Reviews
    Bill Hodges and Rochelle Rubin
MSTA Journal Spring 2004
Volume 49 Number 1
Monday, March 1, 2004 		Contents:
  1. Science for Elementary Teachers
    Matter
    Jane Rice and Barb Neureither, Michigan State University
  2. Promoting Science Literacy Through Environmental Science (Members Only)
    Dr. James T. McDonald, Central Michigan University
  3. Planetariums 101 (Members Only)
    Part 1
    Jennifer Easton, Longway Planetarium
  4. May Sky Calendar and May Sky Map (Members Only)
    Abrams Planetarium, Dept. of Physics and Astronomy, Michigan State University
  5. NASA Space Place (Members Only)
    Dr. Tony Phillips
  6. Experiments Designed by Students
    A Call for Young Authors
    Lisa Weise, Holt High School
  7. Measuring Enzyme Activity (Members Only)
    Sandy Collins, West Jr. High, Lawrence, Kansas
  8. Solutions to Solutions? (Members Only)
    Christine Deil, Van Buren Schools, and Annis Hapkiewicz, Okemos High School
  9. The Evolution in Star Wars (Members Only)
    Danielle Tandoc, Okemos High School
  10. Unknown Metal Investigation (Members Only)
    Annikka Chrestensen, Atherton High School
  11. Book Reviews (Members Only)
  12. Pathfinder Science (Members Only)
    Steven B. Case, Ph. D., University of Kansas
MSTA Journal Fall 2003
Volume 48 Number 2
Monday, September 1, 2003 		Contents:
  1. Science Benchmarks Are Not Changing
    Rochelle Rubin, MSTA Curriculum Director
  2. Is Evolution A Theory In Crisis?
    Dr. Greg Forbes - Grand Rapids Community College and the Institute for Evolution Eduction
  3. Misconceptions of Meisos (Members Only)
    Merle Heidemann and Joyce Parker - Michigan State University
  4. It's Time To Bury The Bohr Model (Members Only)
    Tom Neils, Ph.D. - Grand Rapids Community College
  5. How To Make Learning Chemistry Fun, Exciting, and Interesting (Members Only)
    Bal Barot, Ph.D. - Lake Michigan College
  6. Follow up report on the A.S.A.P. science assessment project (Members Only)
    Dick Braun, Science Consultant, Edited by Carol Koesel, Science Consultant
  7. Action Research: The Use of Demonstrations to Increase Achievement (Members Only)
    Richard Tabor and Steve Anderson - Amerman Elementary
  8. Science Investigations on the Web
    Theron Blakeslee - Jackson County Math and Science Center
  9. NASA Space Place (Members Only)
    Dr. Tony Phillips
  10. Creative Thinking in External Class Reports: A Novel Twist to the Oldest Assignment? (Members Only)
    Mark A. Benvenuto - University of Detroit Mercy
  11. Solids, Liquids, Gases (Members Only)
    Christine Deihl - Van Buren Schools
  12. How Do Changes in Weather Affect a Cricket's Chirping? (Members Only)
    Elizabeth Smith - Milan Middle School
  13. Materials Necessary For Life (Members Only)
    Kim Bondy - National Heritage Academy
  14. MEAP Grade 5 Science
  15. MEAP Grade 8 Science
  16. MEAP High School Science
  17. Book Reviews (Members Only)
MSTA Journal Spring 2003
Volume 48 Number 1
Saturday, March 1, 2003 		Contents:
  1. Michigan Science Teachers Association
    Looking Back Over Fifty Years of Service to Science Education
    LaMoine Motz, David J. Larwa, Jackie Mallinson, Nancy Mincemoyer and Burton Voss
  2. Of Conferences and Lunches (Members Only)
    A Look at Fifty Years of the MSTA Conference
    Paul Drummond, MSTA Historian
  3. The A.S.A. Project (Members Only)
    Advancing Science Achievement
    Dick Braun, Science Consultant
  4. Professional Conversations about Science (Members Only)
    A Means for Communication about Excellence
    Robby Cramer, Grand Haven Area Public Schools
  5. Handheld Use in K-12 (Members Only)
    A Descriptive Account
    Michael Curties, et. al., University of Michigan
  6. Wisconsin Fast Plants and the Michigan Curriculum Framework (Members Only)
    Dr. Jann Joseph, Grand Valley State University
  7. How Do Things Around Us Move? (Members Only)
    Michelle Knauff
  8. See It, Feel It, Hear It! (Members Only)
    Jennifer Busch-Dixner, Lansing School District
  9. Mrs. Dunn's Famous Science Hikes (Members Only)
    Peggy Savage Dunn, Okemos Public Schools
  10. Endangered Animal Reports (Members Only)
    Peggy Savage Dunn, Okemos Public Schools
  11. Buddying Up for Science Fun (Members Only)
    Conni Crittenden, Williamston Explorer Elementary
  12. Opportunities to Learn (Members Only)
    An Alternative Approach to a Science Teaching Conundrum
    Rachel Badanowski, Southfield High School
  13. A Surefire Fermentation Activity to Engage Students in Cell Energetics (Members Only)
    Cheryl Hach, Kalamazoo Area Math/Science Center
  14. DNA Replication Lab (Members Only)
    Danielle Tandoc, Okemos High School
  15. Mini Labs on Gases (Members Only)
    Kathy Kiztmann, Mercy High School and Kimberly Corliss, Waterford Mott High School
  16. Book Reviews (Members Only)
    Annis Hapkiewicz
  17. Workshops (Members Only)
MSTA Journal Fall 2002
Volume 47 Number 2
Tuesday, October 1, 2002 		Contents:
  1. Science Resources and Initiatives
    Compiled by Mozell P. Lang, Science Consultant, Michigan Department of Education
  2. Grade-Level Academic Achievement Benchmarks in Science (GLAABS)
    By Mozell P. Lang, Science Consultant, Michigan Department of Education
  3. Student Performance Standards for Michigan's Science Test
    By Rodger H. Epp, Michigan Science Test Consultant
  4. Content Problems in the Elementary Section of Science MI-CLiMB
    Theron Blakeslee, Director, Jackson County Mathematics and Science Center
  5. Effective Science Teaching: Beyond Pedagogical Skills and Content (Members Only)
    By Dr. Mark A. Seals, Alma College
  6. Golden Opportunity for Science Teachers at R. E. S. T.*(1) (Members Only)
    By Bal Barot, Instructor of Chemistry, Lake Michigan College
  7. The Magnetic Mystery - It's Like MAGIC! (Members Only)
    Developed by Shelly Glover, Brown Elementary - Byron Center Public Schools
  8. "Where Can We Find Rainbows?" (Members Only)
    Sue Ridge, Swartz Creek Community Schools
  9. Roller Coaster Mania (Members Only)
    Kim Bondy, National Heritage Academies
  10. Upsetting the Push and Pull! (Members Only)
    Julie MacKay, Owosso Public Schools. Education Director for Owosso Airport Association
  11. Forensic Web Project For AP Chemistry (Members Only)
    By Annis Hapkiewicz, Okemos High School
  12. Released MEAP 2002 Items 5th Grade Science
  13. Released MEAP 2002 Items 8th Grade Science
  14. Released MEAP 2002 Items High School Science
  15. Teaching For The Digital Age (Members Only)
    By Kelly Carrier, Okemos High School
  16. MI BIG SCIENCE - A Road Map To Successful Science Instruction
    By Liz Niehaus, Director MI BIG
MSTA Journal Winter 2002
Volume 47 Number 1
Friday, February 1, 2002 		Contents:
  1. Book Reviews
    Annis Hapkiewicz
  2. TIMSS Data Reinforce Importance of Coherent Curriculum in Mathematics and Science
    Victor Inzunza
MSTA Journal Fall 2001
Volume 46 Number 2
Monday, October 1, 2001 		Contents:
  1. MICLiMB
    Douglas E. Hansen and Alicia Kubacki, Saginaw Valley State University
  2. Fifth Grade Model Test
  3. Eighth Grade Sample Test
  4. Eleventh Grade Sample Test
MSTA Journal Winter 2001
Volume 46 Number 1
Thursday, February 1, 2001 		Contents:
  1. 2001 MEAP Investigation
    Annis Hapkiewicz, Dave Chapman & Alex Azima
  2. Evolution Education: Is Our Approach Nonadaptive?
    Gregory A. Forbes, Ph.D. - Michigan Scientific Evolution Education Initiative, Science Education Center, Grand Rapids Community College
MSTA Journal Fall 2000
Volume 44 Number 4
Sunday, October 1, 2000 		Contents:
  1. Updates to the Michigan Curriculum Framework Science Content Benchmarks
    Dr. Theron Blakeslee
  2. Fifth Grade Released Items
  3. Fifth Grade Constructed Response
  4. Eighth Grade Released Items
  5. Eighth Grade Constructed Response
  6. High School Released Items
  7. High School Constructed Response
MSTA Journal Winter 1999
Volume 44 Number 3
Wednesday, December 1, 1999 		Contents:
  1. Improving Science Teaching and Student Achievement through Embedded Assessment
    James J. Gallagher, Michigan State University
  2. Learning about Molecules: Results from the 8th Grade MEAP  Area Specific Physical Science Test
    Theron Blakeslee
MSTA Journal Fall 1999
Volume 44 Number 2
Wednesday, September 1, 1999 		Contents:
  1. Proposed Clarifications to the Michigan Science Education Benchmarks
    Michigan Essential Goals and Objectives for Science Education
    Theron Blakeslee, Michigan Department of Education
  2. Eighth Grade Released Items
  3. Fifth Grade Released Items
MSTA Journal Spring 2009
Volume 54 Number 1
Wednesday, December 31, 1969
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Contents:
  1. Designing Assessment for Science Instruction (Members Only)
    Using the Backwards Design Process
    Dr. James T. McDonald, Dr. Lynn A. Dominguez, and Dr. Tom Kromer - Central Michigan University
  2. Health Is Life in Balance
    A K-12 Inquiry Based Curriculum Celebrating Scientific Knowledge and Traditional Wisdom
    Lynn Aho, PhD, Principal Investigator; Mary Hindelang, RN, PhD, Curriculum Specialist; Stephanie Pinnow, MS Epidemiology, Curriculum Coordinator - Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College
  3. Critical Thinking Inspired Guided Inquiry (CRITIGI) in Science Teaching and Learning (Members Only)
    Bal Barot - Lake Michigan College and Aekam Barot - Cleveland State University
  4. Straight A's and Still Illiterate (Members Only)
    Janice M. Guthrie - Southfield Christian High School
  5. A Modest Proposal
    A Modification of the High School Content Expectation Requirements for Chemistry
    Walter Erhardt - Chemistry Instructor, Battle Creek Area Mathematics and Science Center
  6. Severe Space Weather (Members Only)
    Dr. Tony Phillips - NASA Space Place
  7. Preparing Middle Level Science Teachers (Members Only)
    A Practicum for Preservice Teachers
    Dr. Greg Coverdale and Dr. Derek - Northern Michigan University
  8. Reading Comprehension in the Science Curriculum (Members Only)
    Marlow Ediger - Prof emeritus - Truman State University
  9. Clarity Changes to the Grade Level Content Expectations
    Lisa Weise
  10. Inexpensive, Simple, Exciting Earth Science Inquiry (Members Only)
    William Johnston and Mark Francek - Central Michigan University
  11. Mini-Critter Lesson
    Lisa Weise - Holt Public Schools
  12. Salmon in the Classroom - Bringing the Outside In
    Karina White - Jenison High School
  13. Review Activities to Keep it Fresh All Year (Members Only)
    Karen Kelly - John D. Pierce Middle School
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