Now, more than ever, science is an exciting subject to study as new discoveries are being made, technologies introduced, and frontiers explored—all communicated globally in a blink of an eye! We can ensure our students of all ages keep up by addressing these five misconceptions as you write.
1. Set Aside Science Until Middle SchoolIn Kindergarten, we’re taught the ABCs and how to count to 10. These linear foundations lead to complex language and math skills needed to write persuasive essays, debates, proofs, and calculus in high school and beyond. Due to time constraints and standardized tests that stress Math and ELA, science is often set aside until our students reach middle school or older. Here, they are taught the foundation of science in linear steps: the scientific method.
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