Dialogue, Discussion, and Debate: Science will help your students (and you) grow more confident in analyzing and talking about the issues at the forefront of contemporary science and culture. Climate change, alternative medicine, and evolution vs. creationism are just a few of the concerns that students read about, hear about, and want to talk about. The 12 topics for discourse are:
Nanotechnology
Genetic Engineering of Food
Global Climate Change
Nuclear versus Solar Energy
Pluto As a Planet
Mining and Manufacturing on the Moon
Alternative Medicines
Zero Waste in Your Community
Life in the Universe
Stem-Cell Research
Evolution and Creationism
Organic Farming
The book offers three different formats for engaging students with these ideas and explanations for which is best suited to each. Each topic within the book includes: a brief overview, investigative questions, classroom preparation and instructional steps, and assessment criteria. 154 reproducible pages, softcover. Grades 7-12.
