In our current realm of social media-generated news, it is becoming increasingly difficult for students and teachers to discern facts from conjecture. As we face serious global issues such as the equitable use of natural resources or climate change, the stakes have never been higher to provide a fact-centered education in STEM disciplines. Herein, we will outline the use of 'Chemistry in Context' and associated classroom activities, highlighting strategies designed to gauge the validity of a news article or statement.

Importance of contextualized STEM education in the 'fake news' era

2019 Spring National Meeting

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