• Recognize that a diversity of learning styles requires a diversity of teaching strategies. The skills and processes of science support these strategies by encouraging students to develop an understanding of issues ranging from environmental impact to ethics and social responsibility.
• Explore not only the practical applications of science but also the human elements, such as changes in ideas throughout history and the social and moral implications of science.
• Demonstrate the relevance of science to careers and everyday life in ways that appeal to all students in the school or class. Successful links include environmental, social, and political issues and current topics in the media. Emphasize that science is done by people with a variety of interests and responsibilities.
• Be committed to practising equitable instruction, and ensure a balance in student discussion and activities.
• Include opportunities for visual and hands-on activities and for group projects. Many students thrive on co-operative and collaborative work in small groups.
• Create or participate in opportunities to communicate with individuals or groups by electronic means. Electronic communication easily crosses barriers of geography and ability.
• Forge strong links with organizations, institutions, and schools that have developed successful science and technology programs for girls. Opportunities designed specifically for girls help them to build confidence and to explore and develop their own interests.
• Feature guest speakers who make extensive use of resource science skills and processes in their careers or daily lives. Ensure that guest speakers are representative of the diversity of the community (include both female and male speakers, people of various cultures, people with various abilities, and people representing a variety of socio-political perspectives).

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