Category: EzPz Science Blog
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How I Bring Student Voice into My Science Class
Read more: How I Bring Student Voice into My Science ClassSpoiler: It’s not just asking “Any questions?” When I first started teaching, I thought I was giving students a voice. I’d ask questions. I’d run discussions. I’d say, “Any thoughts?” with what I was sure was an inviting smile. But the truth? Most of the time, I was still doing all the talking. And my…
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Valentine’s Day in Middle School Science: Cringe or Cute?
Read more: Valentine’s Day in Middle School Science: Cringe or Cute?Let’s be real: Valentine’s Day in middle school is… a lot.There’s the kid who brings a giant teddy bear for their “crush” of the week, the group who insists on calling everything “sus,” and the inevitable sugar crash by 2nd period. So how do you handle the holiday of hearts in science class without losing…
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Letting Students Take the Lead: My Favorite Low-Stress Project-Based Learning Idea
Read more: Letting Students Take the Lead: My Favorite Low-Stress Project-Based Learning IdeaLet’s be real: the words “project-based learning” can spark both joy and fear. Joy, because student-led discovery is powerful. Fear, because we imagine glitter explosions, cardboard chaos, and a to-do list longer than the Nile. But here’s the truth I’ve learned: PBL doesn’t have to be overwhelming, for you or your students. With a little…
