Evolution: Online Course for Teachers: Session 6- Engage Part B




	About this Course

	SESSION 6

	Engage

	Part A:	Common Student Misconceptions about Evolution

	Part B:	Mr. Bingman's Class

	Explore

	Explain

	Elaborate

	Evaluate


	About the Teachers

	Resources

	Facilitator Notes

SESSION 6: How Can You Address Student Misconceptions about Evolution?

Engage Part B: Mr. Bingman's Class

Ken Bingman teaches 9th grade biology in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. His students are beginning their study of evolution by researching a variety of topics on the Web and elsewhere.

Read the background information on Mr. Bingman's class and school.

Watch "Teaching Evolution Case Studies: Ken Bingman."

Ken Bingman
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As you watch this video, look for students' understanding of evolution concepts and identify any misconceptions they have. Are there any additional misconceptions these students raise that were not on your list?

Facilitator Note 1

Next: Explore: Strategies for Changing Student Misconceptions


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