Minds on Science Gazette

Volume 1

Think Pieces

A Reconnaissance

Think pieces are opportunities for to reflect on important topics in science education. You will find several think pieces in each gazettee throughout the Minds on Science Website. In most cases you will post these on an Internet bulletin board, or in your journal. Being brief is sometimes a virtue.

1. Why is inquiry teaching not a common teaching methodology in secondary science classrooms?

2. In what ways should the teaching of science reflect the nature of science?

3. What are your reasons for wanting to be a science teacher?

4. What are the best qualities of a science teacher?