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PHOTO CREDIT: Nadene Klein at Tuolumne Meadows Yosemite National Park
My school is having our annual career day this week. That got me to thinking that my students probably don't realize that some science is used within the tasks and skills of every job. (This is true of all subjects.) They probably think that only scientists need to know science. This means it's time for another project. Each of my students will interview an employed or retired adult about their job by asking 16 questions regarding science skills or knowledge that they potentially could use on the job. They were told it will be more meaningful if they interview someone with the job they hope to have in the future. Questions include "Do you have to follow OSHA rules?" "Is the weather a factor in your job?" "Do you do research for your job?" Students are told that if their interviewee answers yes to any question they need to ask a follow up question such as "How do you use that in your job?" or "Why is that important to your job?" After reporting back to class, we will collaborate to construct a Science Skills By Career Chart to hang in our room. It will look somewhat like this but with only science skills down the left side: Source: Welcome to IT Career Framework at UBC Motivation is a constant necessity in teaching and learning. If students see the purpose to learning something, they will be more motivated to learn it. By seeing more than a dozen skills used in many careers, I hope to motivate students. This connects back to my previous post about real world connections. Take a minute and think about all of the science you use each day at home and on the job. I bet it is more than you realized. Scientifically yours, Nadene
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AuthorNadene Klein, M.Ed. has been an educator for over 25 years. She brings a passion and love for science to the classroom and through this blog to you. Archives
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