I taped this back in April, and forgot all about it until I just found it online. Enjoy!
Dr. Kiki and I chatted about science education, controversies in science classrooms, and related issues. It was inspired by this presentation.
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I just got the program for the event at the Bell Museum tomorrow. If you are inspired and want to show up, you can register at the door ($10) and get in.
Science Education Saturday
November 11, 2006
Sponsored by Minnesota Citizens for
Science Education (MnCSE www.mnscience.org), The Bell Museum…
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