Enhancing live practical demonstration by using engagement devices
Issue 350 | Page 89 | Published Sep 2013
Description
This article outlines some engagement or'showmanship' devices to enhance the impact of live practical demonstrations. Adults who remember a truly inspirational science teacher often do so because of the manner in which their imagination was captured during practical demonstrations.
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