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Science, 7th Graders, and a Stream: An Integrated, Experience-Based Science Course for Honors Students

Saturday, November 9, 2013: 9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
Bayside C (Sheraton New Orleans Hotel)
Lauren Coyne , Eastern Kentucky University
Malcolm Frisbie , Eastern Kentucky University
Anthony Jeck , Eastern Kentucky University
We report pedagogical results from a novel, integrated, experience-based science course for honors students funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The course seeks to improve science instruction and attitudes toward STEM disciplines for both honors students and underprivileged seventh-grade students by using honors students as learning mentors.