Barbara Adams will lead us through some activities that deal with the area of science that really isn't science but, through the power of suggestion, or lack of scientific education, can resemble science. How to recognize pseudoscience is becoming increasingly difficult as the level of sophistication of our scientific endeavors increases. Be looking for current topics that you recognize as pseudoscience and be ready for a spirited discussion of how to deal with these in the classroom.

UFO's are obvious topics. If you've ever been to New Orleans (or Mangrove Ave. - Madame Ruby) you know how popular palm reading, fortune telling, Taro cards, etc. etc. can be. What about astrology? How did these beliefs arise? How is science different? Barbara will have some advance reading for you, so check this site again one week before the meeting.

After lessons have been discussed, Bev Marcum will tell us about some exciting happenings at the Hands on Lab on campus. Lesson Study opportunities will begin this semester in the lab and we are looking for interested teachers to play a role as Lesson Study group leaders.