Origin of the List Writing as Valerie Smith, I once presented a
paper at AAAS in New Orleans with co-authors Jessica Scott and
my husband Wayne Coskrey. This list is from that paper, except
#10. In the original paper, items 1-9 each had 2 or more peer-
reviewed-type references cited. Furthermore, the list is
reworded to not be so nerdy. Re: "Teaching the Science in
Science Fiction," 1990. 10 Reasons to Use Science Fiction in the
Science Classroom |Apophysis flame "Spaceman" (c) V. Coskrey| -
SF can motivate students to like science. - SF models scientific
thinking and problem-solving. - SF presents the science world-
view. - SF illustrates how science and technology affect lives.
- SF examines scientific issues for possible solutions and
potential consequences. - SF models possible futures, preparing
students for change. - SF connects science to the humanities and
social sciences. - SF provides practice in reading skills. - SF
fosters vivid mental images of scientific phenomena. - SF is fun
that can be shared!