This month on It’s Time for Science, it’s time to talk about community engagement and citizen scientists! Host Tom Racine talks with Dr. Mwenda KudumuBiggs from the Fleet Science Center and Emma Giles from SciStarter. Episode Summary In this episode, Tom speaks with Dr. KudumuBiggs about her position at the Fleet Science Center, why […]
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Community Engagement with Citizen Science
One Million Acts of Science for Citizen Science Month Have you ever dreamed of making a great scientific discovery that makes the world a better place? We all grew up learning how scientists throughout history found ways to study and understand everything from the smallest atom to the widest galaxy. The parts that don’t […]
It’s Time for Science Podcast Episode 9: Extended Learning Opportunities
This month on It’s Time for Science, it’s time for extended learning! Host Tom Racine talks with Dr. Bryan Méndez about the upcoming solar eclipse and curriculum specialist Erica Beck Spencer about getting kids outside. Episode Summary Tom talks with Dr. Méndez about what an eclipse actually is, including what to expect from a […]
How to Create Classroom Learning Spaces that Support SEL
Although COVID is no longer considered a public health emergency, schools still face long-term academic and mental health challenges. In response, some have integrated social emotional learning (SEL) lessons and activities into instruction and expanded their schoolwide support services. While these measures are invaluable, solving the crisis will require further steps—and designing creative learning […]
It’s Time For Science Podcast Episode 8: Equity in Science Education, Part 2
Welcome to It’s Time for Science! For our first episode of 2024, host Tom Racine continues our conversation on equity in science education! Tom talks with Meagan Sternberg, a K-12 Science Instructional Coach in Oregon, and Channon Jackson, a Program Director at the Alameda County Office of Education. Episode Summary Tom discusses with Ms. […]
Five Keys to Creating Healthy Learning Environments That Support Staff and Student Wellness
When students are healthy, happy, and physically active, research shows they perform much better academically—and learning healthy habits at an early age can set them up for a lifetime of success. While PK-12 leaders are rightly focused on the well-being of their students, staff health and wellness are just as important for student success. […]
It’s Time for Science Podcast Episode 7: Equity in Science Education, Part 1
This month on It’s Time for Science, host Tom Racine talks with Claudio Vargas and Holly Gil about equity in science education. Episode Guests Claudio Vargas Claudio Vargas, a Science Education Consultant with a focus on Equity in STEM, works with Sci-Lingual Education and FOSS at the Lawrence Hall of Science. He provides keynote […]
Teacher Health and Wellness
Wellness is a concept used to describe something bigger than just physical health. It’s a word that encompasses our overall well-being. Because teachers are the foundation of education and the ones who train all other jobs, teacher health and wellness is a topic of growing importance. Teacher Wellness and Compassion Fatigue Teachers are consistently […]
It’s Time for Science Podcast Episode 6: Getting Families Involved in Science
It’s Time for Science! In this episode, host Tom Racine talks with Leonor Rebosura from Newark Unified School District and Kimberly Astle from the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. We also remember the life and legacy of FOSS co-director Larry Malone. Episode Guests Leonor Rebosura Leonor Rebosura, Director of Teacher Induction […]
It’s Time for Science Podcast Episode 5: Taking Science Education Outside
It’s Time for Science—outdoors! At the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) conference in Atlanta, host Tom Racine interviewed two amazing educators about the importance of going outside when you teach. Episode Guests Autumn Rivera Autumn Rivera, the 2022 Colorado Teacher of the Year and a Finalist for National Teacher of the Year, discusses the […]
It’s Time for Science Podcast Episode 4: Comics in the Classroom
For this episode of It’s Time for Science, we went to the world-renowned San Diego Comic Convention! We looked high and low for folks to talk with about the importance of science education and graphic novels, and it turns out it was super easy to find people on the same page! Episode Guests Tracy […]
It’s Time For Science Podcast Episode 2: Teaching Inspirations and Exploring the Galaxy
For this episode of It’s Time For Science, we’re going to space! Host Tom Racine talks with renowned astrophysicist Dr. Erika Hamden and science teacher Dave Curry. Dave Curry is an experienced middle school science teacher and the 2023 recipient of the Paul DeHart Hurd Award, presented by the National Middle Level Science Teachers Association (NMLSTA), […]
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