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FNO Press

From Now On: Building Good New Ideas

For Teachers 9th - 10th
An article, from the online journal From Now On, that discusses a wide range of issues related to originality of thought--the kind of thinking that leads to new ideas, innovation, and creative problem solving. Covers a variety of...
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Skeptic's Dictionary: Piltdown Hoax

For Students 9th - 10th
Was the Piltdown Hoax proof that science is "bunk" or was it just a temporary detour demonstrating the fallibility and human quality of scientific knowledge? These pages explores why so many scientists appeared to be duped by the...
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Indiana University

Indiana University: Ensi Sensi/nature of Modern Science

For Students 9th - 10th
This paper by Martin Nickels includes a section titled "The Uncertainty & Limits of Scientific Knowledge."
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Indiana University

Indiana University: Nature of Science Lessons

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This list of nature of science lessons from the Indiana University includes three links to lessons under the heading "Realm and Limits."
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Ideas About Judging Art

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a personal reflection on judging art from both a layperson and professional point of view.
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Judging Student Created Web Pages

For Students 9th - 10th
Some questions to think about when assessing student work in the form of Web pages. This information is taken from judges of educational web sites.
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Telepolis: Chipping Away at the Ivory Tower

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from a German magazine is a report from the second day of the World Conference on Science in June 1998. Part of the discussion being covered was on the limits of science.
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English 100: Persuasive Essay

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This tutorial provides writing instructions and ideas to help the student in preparing a persuasive essay.