Every student can be taught. These techniques will vary from person to person. Therefore, in a classroom situation the teacher is obligated to use a variety of resources, appealing to the students on verbal, written, and hands-on levels. Ultimately, a student learns by working with the material, and receiving timely, constructive feedback. The role of the science educator is particularly important and unique.
Popular culture portrays science as being beyond the understanding of the non-specialist.
Science teachers must overcome this barrier. Also, science educators have to address the fact that many students have preconceived and often incorrect notions about the material. These misconceptions have to be proven false before proper learning can begin. The teacher must work to make the material interesting to both the students and lecturer alike. Enthusiasm is the best motivator that a student can have.