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Reflection # 3: Qualities of an effective science teacher

Year after year, parents request the best K-12 science teachers for their children. These
teachers know their subject matter and do all they can to ensure their students are learning the
material so that when they graduate from high school, they will be career-ready, college-
prepared, and able to contribute to society. Other qualities of a good science teacher
include being passionate about teaching effective, curriculum and standards-based science
lessons, showing up for work early, and helping their school excel.

Good science teachers make a commitment to keep their science education current by
taking advantage of professional development opportunities. Highly effective science teachers
will be just as committed to their own learning as to their students. Understanding the latest
instructional topics such as scientific misconceptions/alternative conceptions, logical-
mathematical and scientific reasoning, and motivation are among the benefits of the master's
degree.

Contributing to their school's high-quality, standards-based science curriculum and being

active in the larger science education discipline are other qualities of a good science teacher.
Science education is broader than the classroom and a good science teacher works to ensure
colleagues are current about the latest systemic teaching methods. By helping the school as a
whole to be successful, a good science teacher is strengthening our country’s economy and
competitiveness, one science lesson at a time.