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Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Making science cool
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Numerous studies and researchers have made it clear that teachers need to encourage more kids to pursue science-related careers. Some say the challenge is making science relevant and exciting for students.
Corporations and foundations have stepped in to provide teachers with tours of research labs and interviews with scientists to help inspire exciting lessons.
Today about 60 teachers from the Atlanta area will participate in the Northrop Grumman Weightless Flights of Discovery program. Teachers will get first-hand experience in the application of math, science and engineering principles in a zero gravity atmosphere. (Check out video of other teachers in the program.)
Do programs like this help? What else can be done to get kids interested in science?
Cross-blog alert: Smart Spending is seeking suggestions on ways parents can save money on after-school activities. Got any ideas?
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