How a Scientist Thinks
The questions may change but rigorous, innovative scientific thinking remains the key to discovery.
How to Grow a Scientist
  • Ensure that each classroom has effective science education materials and curriculum
  • Enrich teachers' abilities through quality professional development
  • Provide stimulating and creative environments
  • Teach students to think like scientists

We call this approach hands-on learning. As the first advocacy group for the growth of hands-on teaching and learning in the United States, we are working to develop the next generation of innovators. More about us
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Students actively investigating how electric circuits work. Research shows that students using hands-on materials not only increase their knowledge, but also improve reading and math skills.