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Crispr: Crash course
The gene editing technique CRISPR unleashed a true revolution in science. How exactly do genetic scissors work? Eos editor Kim Verhaeghe experienced this for himself during a crash course in Crispr in the lab of Joleen Masschelein at KU Leuven and …
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Flame tests with tea light holders
Metal salts dissolved in methanol color beautifully in the flame. These are very simple
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Synthesis of gold colloids from electronic waste
In this article, we discuss the synthesis of starch stabilized gold colloids, starting from gold recovered from electronic waste. The recycled gold was cleaned with concentrated nitric acid and dissolved in aqua regia. After evaporating the acidic …
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Synthesis of quantum dots from lemon juice
Fluorescent quantum dots are created when lemon juice is carbonated with a heating plate. This synthesis is simple and can be performed by secondary school students. Also view the accompanying video .
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Building learning labs and innovative learning spaces
A practical guide developed by European Schoolnet to support schools and teachers in the roll-out of STEM labs and a Future Classroom. The secondary school RHIZO Lyceum OLV Vlaanderen is described in this guide as a practical example.
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Drawing a self-portrait with a ballpoint pen: Lessuggestie
Drawing with a ballpoint pen is final. Such disruptive, open and at the same time goal-oriented assignments challenge the student's artistry.
This post is part of the weekly blog of Erik Schrooten , the driving force behind Kunstig Competent.
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Magical craft Christmas tip around light and reflection - Vuile vingers
Two more weeks and then it's Christmas holidays! To get in the mood all the way, Vuile Vingers gives you another nice tip. Via the link you will find a simple assignment that your students can enjoy for hours, because you create a magical …
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Floating vacationers and water rats - Vuile vingers
It's almost vacation! To get into the mood, you can make fun holidaymakers and water rats who can float on water in this learning resource. Do you need to cool down on a hot summer day, but do you not immediately have a swimming pool in your …
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Nature and environmental education for sustainable development: From theory to practice
The reflection instrument gives you an incentive to think about your educational effect.
To what extent is your educational effect focused on education for sustainable development (ESD)?It consists of three parts:
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Snowrat: Alternative snow thrower
The Snowrat is a project / concept of sixth-graders Esmée, Lies, Didem, Margaux, Elena and Auke. Their creative answer to a self-chosen problem around the theme of water.
The Snowrat clears your snow and ice.
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Class match to organize alternative energy
This article provides tips and ideas for organizing a contest in your own class ivM alternative energy.
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Rocket science made easy
The term rocket science is often used to explain something that is difficult to understand. While designing and testing rockets is a complicated undertaking that requires skill and a lot of brain work, it is possible to explain some of that …
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