Authors:Craig Williams Pages: 1 - 2 Abstract: In each issue of The Hoosier Science Teacher, we invite the president to share some thoughts as an introduction. In this issue, HASTI’s current President Craig Williams shares his thoughts about challenges and opportunities in 2023-24 for science teachers in Indiana. PubDate: 2023-08-15 DOI: 10.14434/thst.v46i1.36341 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
Authors:Staci McCormick-Hootman Pages: 3 - 4 Abstract: Notes from the Past President of HASTI, including a preview of the 2024 HASTI/ICTM Conference. PubDate: 2023-08-15 DOI: 10.14434/thst.v46i1.36342 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
Authors:Eimear Towler Pages: 5 - 5 Abstract: Find out about the IDOE's activities related to science education in Indiana. PubDate: 2023-08-15 DOI: 10.14434/thst.v46i1.36344 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
Authors:Vanessa S. Quinn Pages: 6 - 6 Abstract: Purdue University Northwest (PNW) welcomed 37 middle and high school Science Olympiad teams to its Hammond campus during the spring semester for STEM academic competitions on Feb. 11. The top six middle school and top seven high school teams at PNW’s regional qualified for the State Science Olympiad. PubDate: 2023-08-15 DOI: 10.14434/thst.v46i1.36394 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
Authors:HASTI Board of Directors Pages: 7 - 7 Abstract: Do you know an outstanding science educator' You can nominate that person for one of the HASTI awards. Learn more about each award and how to nominate someone . PubDate: 2023-08-15 DOI: 10.14434/thst.v46i1.36496 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
Authors:Kristen Poindexter Pages: 9 - 11 Abstract: Young children are able to embrace the role of a citizen scientist as they discover ways that they can care for and help the earth in a Kindergarten classroom. PubDate: 2023-08-15 DOI: 10.14434/thst.v46i1.35736 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
Authors:James E Hollenbeck, Beccah-Marie Nesbitt Pages: 12 - 15 Abstract: Within the last two years studies show that many of our youth are lagging in education due to the pandemic lockdown, the application of eLearning with the lack of preparation, and a shortage of adequate learning technology and updated technology (Povich, 2020). Schools moved away from paper homework and in-person learning, and to online homework unfamiliar to students. In some areas, the schools were able to provide technology that the students could take home, but this did not always come along with Wi-Fi, hotspots, or some type of internet to make it functional. In other areas, the school systems were not able to fund the distribution of technology to each student. The pressure students feel from not having access to the technology they need leads to academic decline. Students with lower socio-economic status and limited access to eLearning and technology were unable to complete their homework or receive an adequate education. PubDate: 2023-08-15 DOI: 10.14434/thst.v46i1.35877 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
Authors:Kristen Snoddy Pages: 16 - 18 Abstract: In the more than two decades since this article was published, those who facilitate and evaluate student writing have found their task increasingly challenging. Helping students determine the credibility of online resources in addition to maintaining the integrity of student writing in the age of artificial intelligence are two key challenges. Despite these factors, I remain committed to my recommendations outlined in the article. Engaging students in the work of the classroom—both course content and the accompanying writing that confirms our students’ understanding of that content—should be what drives our interactions with them. PubDate: 2023-08-15 DOI: 10.14434/thst.v46i1.36474 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
Authors:HASTI Board of Directors Pages: 24 - 24 Abstract: The HASTI website has a calendar of upcoming events to help you see upcoming meetings, conference and professional developments. PubDate: 2023-08-15 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
Authors:HASTI Board of Directors Pages: 25 - 25 Abstract: This feature of THST will provide information for teachers aboutfree resources, PD activities, and materials. PubDate: 2023-08-15 Issue No:Vol. 46, No. 1 (2023)
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