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How Teachers Are Pondering the Ethics of AI

ED Surge

A biology laboratory coordinator in an integrated science department at Claremont McKenna, Pitzer and Scripps Colleges, Kohn perceived the tool as useful. Artificial Tools, Human Judgments When EdSurge first spoke to Kohn, the lab coordinator, he was using ChatGPT as a teacher’s assistant in biology courses.

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Plant polymers as plastic alternatives

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Nowadays, it encompasses artificial intelligence (AI), the brain-computer interface, synthetic biology, and even social and ethical analysis. This goes hand in hand with ethical thinking. © Dr Jeffrey Catchmark Cellulose is a polysaccharide that gives structure to plant cell walls and vegetable fibres. .

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How can first-year STEM university students be better supported?

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At the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg in the US, biologists Barbara Barnhart and Dr Olivia Long are using their Science Seminar programme to ease this transition for first year students studying biology, chemistry and biochemistry degrees. The seminars revolve around group projects, discussions and case studies on STEM-related issues.

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Better Science: 5 Excellent Ways to Examine Authentic Artifacts from the Natural History Museum of Utah

Cool Cat Teacher

Promoting Critical Thinking with Authentic Artifacts When you sign up for your free teacher account, you will receive a special code allowing your students to access the investigations without creating their own accounts. And, there is more! This is such a valuable resource for teachers! How museums gather their biological collections.

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Left-brain or Right-brain Dominant? Explore the Ideal Subjects to Nurture your Strengths

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The Sciences The sciences, including physics, chemistry and biology, are perfect for left-brain dominant individuals. These subjects involve critical thinking, problem-solving and a strong understanding of scientific principles. You can pursue a career as a scientist, researcher or science educator.

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Best Microscope For Students That You Should Know! (2023)

STEM Education Shopping

By using a microscope, you can develop important scientific skills such as observation, analysis, and critical thinking. So, whether you’re studying biology, chemistry, or any other scientific field, a microscope will be your trusty companion on your scientific journey.

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Constructing a Successful STEM Lesson

STEM Education Works

From coding to engineering to biology, the STEM subjects have a broad range of content to offer to you and your students, but sometimes the way you implement a STEM lesson is just as important as the subject matter you decide to focus on. KEY POINTS Encourage questions. Use hands-on, project-based learning as a primary tool for instruction.