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50 years of humans in space

12/04/2011

On 12 April 1961, Yuri Gagarin made the first human flight in space. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of this event, the European Space Agency has launched a website dedicated to Gagarin's flight.
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Teaching mathematics needs clear language

07/04/2011

Numbers are abstract objects that we interpret through metaphors. When pupils encounter numbers they cannot conceive as quantities, for example negative numbers, the language and metaphors used by teachers and textbooks play an important role in how pupils interpret these new numbers.
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New guidelines to bring science museums closer to schools

04/04/2011

A lecturer at the University of the Basque Country, Dr Maite Morentin presents a new approach to integrating visits to science museums into school curricula.
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Barroso rejects cuts in research, education and culture

24/03/2011

"It is not smart to cut in research, education and culture" said European Commission President Jose M. Barroso, explaining the Europe 2020 strategy to boost growth and employment.
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Playing a scientist helps children think like scientists

23/03/2011

Children who are taught how to think and act like scientists develop a clearer understanding of the subject, a study has shown.
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Take part in the Global Experiment: Water - A Chemical Solution

23/03/2011

To celebrate the UN's International Year of Chemistry, schools around the globe can participate in activities that explore the role that chemistry plays in issues of water quality and purification.
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Feminine topics encourage girls to study science

03/03/2011

Girls are more interested in studying science subjects if they are presented through feminine topics, a recent study shows.
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New online game attracts young people to scientific careers

01/03/2011

Power of Research is a new online game in which players assume the role of scientists working in a virtual research environment. It shows the immense opportunities of science, both in career terms and for society as a whole.
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Join the Nanochannels teacher team!

25/02/2011

European Schoolnet is launching a new call for teachers across Europe, to participate in the Nanochannels project which just started in January 2011. Nanochannels will encompass a programme of communication, dialogue, and engagement in issues of nanotechnology (NT) aimed at European citizens.
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EUNAWE: European Universe Awareness

24/02/2011

The global Universe Awareness (UNAWE) programme invites journalists, bloggers, educators, astronomers and astronomy enthusiasts to attend the public event presenting the new EUNAWE project: Making young children aware of the Universe.
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