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Question by grasshopper_60619: What is the status of science jobs and careers in the US? I have been reading on some articles that the US is producing too many scientists , but few jobs for them. Because of this, there are some strong competition for science jobs in the US. I wondered woudl these factors, plus low paid, would keep many college graduates away from a science career in the US. Also, can many scientists performed their own research and experiments with the use of outside sources, rather than depending upon the US government for grant money. Best answer for What is the status of science jobs and careers in the US?:
Answer by J Mech E
I have seen some jobs moving overseas, but there are still plenty of opportunities for well educated scientists as researchers or in applied science roles in industry.
As a science teacher, you know how hard it is to keep kids in science classes involved and paying attention. Many times it seems like the students just zone out and wait for the bell to ring. Teaching a science class is a big challenge on its own, and it becomes even more challenging when students are not interested. The good news is that kids in science classes are interested, they are just used to the lecture as usual method which bores them. Switching up the method from time to time is what you can do as a teacher, and the best news is that you can start today!
The first thing you can do is feed them or give them rewards for every correct answer. This was actually done in the movie Dangerous Minds, and the truth of the matter is that it works. Giving out rewards will keep kids in science classes paying attention to the lecture because they will want to be rewarded again. Handing out bite sized chocolate bars for every correct answer or for those who are paying attention and participating is one good start to keeping kids in science classes. What's more is that chocolate will provide them with a burst of energy, which may be just what they need to stay involved.
Next, catch their attention by doing experiments in class. The bigger or flashier the experiment, the better it will be. Giving kids in science classes visual and live demonstrations, instead of just film or picture demonstrations will keep them alert. Even something as simple as displaying the different colors that appear when elements are burned is a good demonstration that goes well with a lesson on the periodic table. You can also ask one of the popular kids to help you with your demonstration. Usually asking someone that most of the other students like will keep the kids attention because they want to see what the popular kid has to do.
Finally, expand your classroom. The problem that many kids in science class face is that they go into the same room and s tare at the same four walls day in and day out. This can be pretty boring, and even you will admit to it! Expand your classroom by going on field trips or conducting class in another section of the school, like the football field or the basketball court. This will be especially helpful if you're trying to teach them about the physics behind sports. Getting out of the classroom once or twice a week is enough to get your students paying attention, and enjoying the period a bit more. They will start to see your class as a fun break from all the other monotonous ones, and that means they will be paying attention!
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