A mixed methods study exploring the use of historical short stories as nature of science instruction in secondary science classes is presented. The study examines factors influencing teachers' implementation, the impact on students' NOS understanding, students' interest in the stories and factors correlated with student interest.
Jennifer A Reid-Smith (Iowa State University)
Michael P Clough (Iowa State University)
Joanne K Olson (Iowa State University)
Thursday January 8, 2015 5:00pm - 8:00pm PST
Mt. Hood
