Phenomena in Science and Engineering

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July 5, 2024

Middle school science teachers can have students explore the natural world, strengthening their scientific habits of mind.

July 5, 2024

Phenomena-centered classrooms allow learners to use scientific practices to connect science content with meaningful experiences in their own lives, their communities, and society (Achieve et al. 2016).

Lessons & Activities

Reservoir in a Jar

The Reservoir in a Jar model is an engaging activity to introduce students to porosity and permeability properties in soil and rock. The model uses …

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Rock Imbibition Phenomenon

The imbibition phenomenon activity has numerous applications in K-12 science classrooms. This simple demonstration helps students visualize how water moves through the pore spaces of …

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