Science Students Learn Via Virtual Lab Activities

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Science
Students
Learn Via
Virtual Lab
Activities
S
7th Grade students working on a virtual lab: What
factors affect the likelihood of hypertension?
tudents at Radians School use virtual labs to carryout many
types of experiments and research which they would otherwise
not be able to do. Studies on the use of virtual labs always
demonstrate that these engage the students and promote student
interest in lab work. An engaged student is a students who learns.
Interestingly enough, a study reported in the International Online
Journal of Educational Sciences states that: several research results
reported in the related literature in which it was claimed that virtual
laboratories enriched with simulations has many advantages on
increasing students’ achievement (Joseph et all, 1999; Ozdener and
Erdogan, 2001).
At Radians School, STEM education is strongly emphasized in a
non-traditional educational environment. Students report feeling
challenged, being clear in course expectations, and discovering new
and exciting things every day (99.63%).
We will continue to work to engage al of our students in their
education process because we understand that their future success
depends on this. Once again, Radians School leads the way in
non-traditional education.
Middle School Students Create Full Size Renders
Pictured are several
creative works of our
students used in the
process of learning
higher level math skills in
Prof. Acevedo’s class.
Art and Math are intricately related. When students are allowed to express their creativity using Math as a basis, they come to
deeply grasp and understand mathematical concepts. Our no-traditional educational process promotes student creativity in
every classroom at al times. Teaching math with art is an excellent strategy. The connection between the two is very often
overlooked when teaching math, but the truth is that using art in math significantly improves retention of key concepts
and vocabulary. All students are gifted, and teaching math with art gives artistically gifted children a chance to shine. For
right brained children (who are often left handed) art engages the right brain which is a critical part of their ability to learn math
concepts and vocabulary. Art activities are fun for everybody, and since authentic learning is linked to emotion, it just makes
sense to incorporate art in Math class. Radians School wants every child to learn math deeply!
3rd Graders Learn More When They are Engaged
Study after study confirms that students who are actively engaged in their classes learn more. In Radians School,
non-traditional education allows students the opportunities to express themselves creatively. That is why students
love coming to school. Every day they discover something new. Working in a non-judgmental and relatively free
environment allows the students to go beyond the required skills objectives and accomplish more.
In Ms. Ruiz’s 3rd grade classes, the students work in group; each group makes a chart of some activities and
daily tasks of the Igneris' culture. They describe food, pottery, religious ceremony, hunting, fishing, slash and burn
agriculture process, and from where they came and how the Igneris arrived to Puerto Rico. The students then prepare and demonstrate a short presentation about their group’s work.
Students Go On Cultural Trip To Ponce
Cultural trips help students
develop a sense of
understanding and, in some
cases, a sense of pertinence;
a realization of “who I am”.
Museo de la Música
Above, Kinder students learn about the library and
the important of reading , as well as participate in a
reading session with our school librarian, Prof.
Alvarez.
Museo del Deporte
Parque de Bombas
Museo de la Historia de Ponce
Radians Cub and Boy Scouts Troop 453
Photos, the leaders of Troop 453 are dedicated to
helping your child learn the skills that will make him
both independent and leaders in their homes and
community.
Students learn to be responsible,
honest, and trustworthy.
3rd Grader Runs
World’s Best 10K
Mrs. Flavia Quiñones informs that
Derek participated on Sunday,
February 28th in the World’s Best 10K
at the Teodoro Moscoso Bridge. He
participated with his father and
grandfather and they ran the 10
kilometers in a time of 1 hour and 13
minutes. A very good time! Derek was
very excited since he likes to run and I
wanted to share this with you. We
congratulate Derek, and yes, we know
he loves to run and do sports.
Great Job!
Softball Team
Wins Fourth
Consecutive
COPSAA League
Championship
RADIANS SCHOOL
Experience
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