Best Ngss Podcasts (2024)

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Why EdReports is reviewing Pre-K Curriculum + What’s Next 15:56

14d ago15:56

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EdReports director of Pre-K, Shana Weldon discusses the organization’s expansion into reviewing pre-K materials, and shares more about how and why we’ll be providing free, by-educator reports to help preschool educators get the materials they deserve. Related resources: EdReports Expands Curriculum Reviews to Pre-K EdReports to Expand Its Free Revi…

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How Family Engagement and HQIM Benefit Teachers, Students, and Caregivers 24:53

1M ago24:53

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Megan Lorio and Elisabeth O’Bryon of Family Engagement Lab share tips and insights on how districts, teachers, and caregivers can unite around high-quality materials to help every student thrive. Related resources: Watch: 5 Ways to Know if Your Child is Using a Quality Early Literacy Curriculum 5 Ways to Engage Families Around Student Learning (and…

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Why Engagement and Achievement Aren't Improving In Your Science Classroom 29:17

1M ago29:17

29:17

As an Enneagram Type 3 Achiever, I thrive on setting and achieving goals, sometimes to a fault. To balance this while using student-centered teaching strategies to a foster positive classroom culture, I’ve embraced two essential core values that I believe are perfect for science teachers. In this video, I’ll share how these values guide my teaching…

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Create Custom Core Values For Your Science Classroom 38:29

2M ago38:29

38:29

Throw away that statement of teaching philosophy that you wrote in college or grad school! Then, hang with me through this series where I share with you my own science classroom core values and how they connect to my unique talents and challenges when teaching science. By defining core values for our classrooms that reflect our unique personalities…

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Why We Updated the Way We Review Foundational Skills Materials 37:03

2M ago37:03

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Early literacy educators Stephanie Stephens and Erin Marshman dive into updates to EdReports foundational skills review tools, what the field can learn from our recent report releases, and why quality materials are so crucial for students learning to read. Related Resources: 3 Key Updates to EdReports’ K–2 ELA Foundational Skills Reviews EdReports …

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EdReports Curriculum Reviewer Spotlight: Math Educator Dr. Myeisha Phillips 20:34

3M ago20:34

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Math educator Dr. Myeisha talks about how independent information about the quality of instructional materials can support educators in making the best decisions for their communities and the ways aligned programs are so valuable to new teachers. Related Resources: Data Snapshot: K-12 Mathematics Instructional Materials SPOTLIGHT: How Do Students E…

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EdReports Curriculum Reviewer Spotlight: Math Educator Jonathan Regino 19:11

3M ago19:11

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Math educator Jonathan Regino discusses how reviewing for EdReports shaped his views about the power of instructional materials and the importance of supporting teachers with the resources they need to help students thrive. Related Resources: From the Classroom to Central Office: What I’ve Learned About Curriculum Adoption Data Snapshot: K-12 Mathe…

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EdReports Curriculum Reviewer Spotlight: Science Educator Therese Arsenault 19:06

3M ago19:06

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EdReports reviewer, Therese Arsenault, shares her perspectives on why it’s so important for science teachers to have access to high-quality instructional materials and a voice in the adoption process. Related resources: The State of K-12 Science Curriculum Watch: How to Use EdReports High School Science Reviews in Your Selection Process EdReports L…

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Are you CRUSHING student confidence in your science classroom? 49:50

4M ago49:50

49:50

Do you realize that LOW ENGAGEMENT is one of the most common signs of low self-esteem and low confidence in our middle school and high school science students?! In this episode, I'll share 3 instructional strategies that might actually be CONTRIBUTING to those feelings and CRUSHING your students' confidence. You’ll learn active learning strategies …

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When You SHOW OFF, Your Students SUCCEED. 21:10

4M ago21:10

21:10

It's time for a little science teacher reflection! We've been taught to use tools like Bloom's Taxonomy and Webb's Depth of Knowledge to think about and plan for how we'll require *our students* to make their learning visible. But, I bet you've rarely (if ever) been encouraged to demonstrate your own mastery of TEACHING & LEARNING using the same so…

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Turn to Tech for Seamless Science Routines 50:02

5M ago50:02

50:02

Integrating *the right edtech tools* into your middle school or high school science curriculum and instruction -- everyday lesson plans for science -- can make active learning a realistic routine, enhance student-centered culture in your classroom, and make students' thinking visible by providing a means to collect regular, reliable evidence of lea…

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Your students CAN overcome obstacles. 22:42

5M ago22:42

22:42

Let's create a culture of curiosity in our classrooms by adding COMFORTABLE STRUGGLE to all the lesson plans in our science curriculum! This episode will refresh what you remember about depth of knowledge and why it's important to our instructional design. Then, I'll explain exactly how the scientific method -- especially observation and inferences…

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NGSS doesn't have to be such a nightmare! 27:30

5M ago27:30

27:30

The CROSS-CUTTING CONCEPTS listed in the Next Generation Science Standards aren’t our enemies! They make active learning possible because they create a list of basic scientific practice we can lean on to ensure our activities are designed to leverage and develop the skills related to scientific investigations and make thinking visible. When we incl…

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Engage students with science activities like these. 42:48

5M ago42:48

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By creating lesson plans for your science curriculum that focus on the beginning of all science practice -- observation and inferences -- you can increase engagement in a way that makes student thinking visible so that you know *exactly* how to support them. Don't believe the myth that we have to separate "lab" from "lecture" in our science classro…

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Wake up your science classroom! 35:46

5M ago35:46

35:46

Are you seeking innovative ways to ENGAGE STUDENTS in your science classroom and elevate your science curriculum? Join me as I share THE FIVE THINGS I NEED to plan daily, inquiry-based activities for my high school science students. These five things, when used to strategically design activities, form the foundation of dynamic lesson plans for scie…

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At long last ... a brand new look! 17:23

5M ago17:23

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!I took a loooong, 5-month break from posting new content here ... and everywhere. But, I'M BACK, and I promise you that it was worth the wait! In this episode, I'll share why you haven't heard from me, and I'll reveal some great new things I have planned in the VERY NEAR FUTURE. ----more---- Episode Highlights: 1. Plans make everything possible. N…

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How to Prioritize Multilingual Learners in Your Curriculum Adoption Process 20:40

5M ago20:40

20:40

EdReports multilingual learner lead, Margaret Overbagh-Feld, offers districts best practices for multilingual learners when selecting and implementing new materials. Resources: What I Learned From Teaching English Language Learners for 30 Years https://www.edreports.org/resources/article/what-i-learned-from-teaching-english-language-learners-for-30…

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4 Ways to Elevate Cultural Responsiveness in a Materials Adoption 21:06

9M ago21:06

21:06

Dr. Jessica Faith Carter offers districts best practices for prioritizing cultural responsiveness when selecting new materials. Resources: Evaluating Materials for Culturally Responsive Practices: A Landscape Analysis Honoring Origins and Helping Students Succeed How to Prioritize Cultural Responsiveness in Curriculum Review Redefining Engagement: …

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Creativity In Science: Support & Solutions For Teachers 36:36

11M ago36:36

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Are you a science teacher looking to inject more creativity into your classroom? You're in the right place! Join Lisa from Lab In Every Lesson in this enlightening podcast episode as she dives deep into the world of creativity in science education. In a world where it can sometimes feel like other teachers are more creative, Lisa is here to empower…

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5 Ways to Know if Your Child is Using a Quality Early Literacy Curriculum 18:42

11M ago18:42

18:42

Veteran educator Jamilah Hicks offers recommendations for families and caregivers navigating materials that students are using to learn to read. Related resources: https://gobeyondgrades.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Science-of-Reading-BTS-.pdf https://www.edreports.org/resources/article/watch-how-can-families-join-the-curriculum-conversation http…

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My District Needs New Materials. Now What? 35:25

12M ago35:25

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Educators Dr. Shontoria Walker Shannah Estep and share recommendations for districts on how to set themselves up for success as they begin their materials adoption process. Related resources: https://www.edreports.org/resources/adoption-steps https://www.edreports.org/resources/article/materials-adoption-101-engage-educators-upfront https://www.edr…

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How to Use EdReports High School Science Reviews in Your Selection Process 20:45

1y ago20:45

20:45

EdReports Director of Science Sam Shaw discusses how quality high school science materials combined with supports for teachers can help improve student learning. With new high school science reports available, we offer recommendations for incorporating these reviews into district selection processes to help ensure teachers and students have access …

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130 Where We've Been & What's Ahead 8:30

1y ago8:30

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It's been a while! Tune into this quick update to learn more about where we've been, what's ahead, and how you can keep learning with us. 🚨 New Podcast! Sincerely Yours, Intentional Teach Apple Podcasts Spotify Join The Podcast Community: iExplore Teaching & Learning Lab You're invited to check out Bring Wonder Back, an on-demand video series desig…

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How to Help High School Science Teachers Get Better Curriculum 17:13

1+ y ago17:13

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Science educator Shannon Wachowski discusses how EdReports’ reviews of high school science programs can support educators. Additional resources: Data Snapshot: Science Instructional Materials (2022) https://www.edreports.org/resources/article/data-snapshot-k-12-science-instructional-materials-2022 The Elements: Transforming Teaching through Curricu…

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Season 6, Ep 1: Chat GPT...Cheat? A Conversation Around the role of AI in Teaching and Learning 26:43

1+ y ago26:43

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What is ChatGPT? And should we be worried about this technology? In this episode, Kim and Kate sit down with Amy Dell, George Wise, and Mike Grothem, members of the CNUSD Innovate EdTech Team, to talk about how this artificial intelligence tool will impact teaching and learning.By CNUSDEdChat

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How Can Families Join the Curriculum Conversation? | EdVoices Podcast - EdReports 20:44

1+ y ago20:44

20:44

In this debut episode of our new EdVoices podcast, EdReports’ Chief Strategy Officer Lauren Weisskirk explains why engaging with instructional materials is such a powerful way for families and caregivers to support student learning. Check out these related resources to learn more: 4 Ways Families Can Join the Instructional Materials Conversation Wh…

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Modeling Our Love Of Science To Teach With Enthusiasm 46:03

1+ y ago46:03

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As a science teacher in virtual school, I have the unique opportunity to watch recordings of the classes I lead. This can be an excruciating activity for many reasons, not the least of which is realizing just how boring class can get and how slowly time passes. But, it's empowering to know that when we teach with enthusiasm, the students don't feel…

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Knowing Every Student: Tools & Strategies To Learn About Student Strengths In The Science Classroom 51:22

1+ y ago51:22

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When pressed to share individualized input about specific students in your science classroom, can you? For years I struggled with this task because I led a teacher-centered classroom wherein I lectured on every day except "lab day". Now, that's not to say that I didn't ask questions and create discourse ... I did. I also gave them practice opportun…

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Serving Students: How To Show Them You Care 29:34

1+ y ago29:34

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Graham Nuthall, in his text "The Hidden Lives of Learners", suggests that students already know 60% of what we're going to teach them. 🤯 When we're talking about teaching science concepts and skills, this is so hard to believe and should be saved for another discussion entirely! But, if that statistic is remotely true, then how much might they poss…

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Organization Tips for Science Teachers: Active Learning Lesson Plans & Student Data 26:55

1+ y ago26:55

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Student-centered classrooms are action-oriented. It stands to reason, then, that the data we collect needs to be similarly action-oriented, rooted in what we've planned for students to do and what they've actually done during their time executing the lesson. In this episode, I discuss how my free Active Learning Lesson Plan can be used to ensure th…

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Setting Goals For Active Learning In The Science Classroom 18:57

1+ y ago18:57

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Science Teachers! When it comes to setting learning goals for whole content units and individual lessons, you're THE BOSS!!! But, when it comes to setting goals for a science classroom makeover that can help YOU BANISH BURNOUT FOREVER, you might have hit a wall. Since you wear one million hats, the big goals you set -- the ones that align with your…

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Why and How To Make Teacher Reflection A Routine? 42:18

1+ y ago42:18

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Continual improvement only comes from regular reflection. When science teachers lecture, the only aspects of their instruction upon which they can reflect include those dictated by the content ... what they say or how they say it. In a student-centered science classroom, teacher reflection can and should happen at all four stages in the teaching an…

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How To Create Change In The Culture of a Science Classroom 21:16

1+ y ago21:16

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Knowledge cannot be transferred. Yet, science teachers easily get stuck in the rut of teaching by telling. We sing our Lecture Hall Lullabies, and then complain about the lack of student engagement in our science classrooms! Creating a student-centered classroom environment requires more than just preparing and delivering activities for students to…

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129 Three Commitments I Made (And Mostly Kept) This Fall 39:38

1+ y ago39:38

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In this episode, Nicole shared three commitments she made in her classroom as she transitioned back into the classroom this fall -- as well as strategies that she utilized to keep those commitments. "I’m not working [much] outside contract hours." "I’m not rushing through my curriculum to get it covered." "I’m not relying on grades as motivation." …

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128 It's A Tool, Not A Fix 16:42

1+ y ago16:42

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In this episode, Nicole shares an aha moment she recently experienced as she was prompted to reflect on her thinking about the strategies and approaches she utilizes in her classroom. So often we seek out the "one right way" to do something, hoping it to be a "fix" for whatever challenge we are experiencing in the classroom. But the reality is, all…

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127 Establishing An Anchor Phenomenon Routine 31:36

1+ y ago31:36

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The anchor phenomenon routine plays an important role in science classes as students develop their abilities to figure out the questions they need to answer to meet their learning goals. In a perfect world, students work through an anchor experience, ask exactly the right questions, and all together identify and decide the most important question t…

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126 From Whole Group To Small Group Learning 33:48

2y ago33:48

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In this episode, Nicole (iExploreScience) shares a few ideas for moving from whole-group instruction to stations-style, small-group learning. Small group activities create the opportunity to work with students individually, scaffolding and extending learning as needed. Because you can interact on a more personal level, it's a great way to meet stud…

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125 A Bell Ringer Approach To Start Class Smoothly 19:59

2y ago19:59

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What is your start-of-class routine? Is it working? In this episode, Nicole shares her bell-ringer routine -- a transition time that can make-or-break a smooth class experience. She digs into the actual structure of her routine, how she holds students accountable for the tasks, and how she integrates curiosity-building, student-empowering, three-di…

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124 Your New Favorite Places To Find Authentic Science Texts Adapted For The Classroom 25:33

2y ago25:33

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We win any time we can incorporate literacy in science into our daily lessons and activities. One low-prep strategy that I love to use is to ask students to analyze authentic science texts… but let’s be real, those are HARD to understand. Luckily, there are several organizations who do the amazing work at adapting real science work to a student rea…

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123 Teaching Text Annotations - Your New Favorite Literacy Strategy 26:21

2y ago26:21

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In this episode, Nicole shares how she teaches students to annotate texts, a strategy they can pair with any reading task in the science classroom. Text annotations increase student engagement and comprehension when working with science texts, and they provide the educator a better peek into student understanding of text-based tasks. Plus, text ann…

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122 Rethinking THAT Class - What To Do When Classes Feel Like A Challenge 36:53

2y ago36:53

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In this episode, Nicole shares her personal reflections on the "labels" we may (inadvertently) assign to classes and how that can impact our relationships, classroom culture, and teaching practice. She shares how this label developed with student block in her own classroom and what she is doing to "rethink and reset" her experiences with this group…

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121 Establishing A Positive Classroom Culture With Respect Agreements 25:47

2y ago25:47

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In this episode, Nicole (iExploreScience) shares how she has used respect agreements to establish a positive classroom culture and prevent (and address) behavior challenges within her classroom. What are respect agreements? In short, respect agreements are an effective classroom management strategy that create a stronger community culture than top-…

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120 Informal Writing In Science Class 26:37

2y ago26:37

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Incorporating informal writing opportunities in your classroom can improve student understanding of the scientific content while building student confidence in their ability to communicate in writing. This episode explores some ways to support student writing and some quick and easy task formats to bring more writing into your science classroom. Ad…

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119 The Best Strategies For Teaching Science Vocab 34:23

2y ago34:23

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Way back in episode 19, Nicole discussed why you shouldn't front-load science vocabulary. This is one of our most popular episodes. So, we decided to bring you more practical strategies and activities for teaching Science Vocabulary. If you haven't already, check out episode 19 first. You're invited to check out Bring Wonder Back, an on-demand vide…

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118 Bringing Nature Journals Into Your 3D Teaching 46:32

2y ago46:32

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In this episode, Nicole VanTassel of iExploreScience interviews Sarah Suloff, a life science/biology teacher with a passion for and expertise in using nature journaling in the classroom. She shares why you may want to consider bringing nature journaling into your classes, her experience doing so, and some practical tips and tricks to get started. I…

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117 How to Improve Observation Skills in Your Science Classes 35:59

2y ago35:59

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Have you noticed your students' observation skills aren't what you'd like them to be? You aren't alone. In this episode, we answer a listener's question about how to improve students' observation skills. This episode s full of easy-to-implement ideas for the first few weeks of school. Click here to read the episode recap. Other Episodes to Check Ou…

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116 Why You Shouldn't Teach An Intro Unit 25:23

2y ago25:23

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Let's talk about those back to school activities. Despite the many shifts we've seen teachers making in their classroom, we've seen several teachers continuing to use old practices. Even if they've ditched the scientific method, many teachers are still teaching an intro to science unit. In this episode, Erin discusses some of the reasons why you sh…

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115 How Can You Use Science Notebooks And Interactive Notebooking? 26:19

2y ago26:19

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This episode comes from a listener's question about science notebooks. Lindsay from New Mexico asked the following question. "I would love to learn more about incorporating interactive notebooks into the NGSS classroom. Do you follow [the] left/right side [structure]? How do you grade them? Do you use them as a lab notebook as well?" This is a simp…

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114 What To Do When Your Science Curriculum Isn't Built for 3D 26:08

2y ago26:08

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Your district adopted a science curriculum. You hoped it would be well aligned with the NGSS. But, after reviewing it, you realized it wasn't built for 3D learning. You aren't alone. This week we answer this question from Kim in California. The name of the publisher she mention has been removed because we believe the problems she is discussing are …

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113 Incorporating Student-Centered Science Stations 32:13

2y ago32:13

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While traditional classrooms put teachers as tellers front and center, transitioning to the Next Generation Science Standards and a more student-driven approach to science instruction understandably moves the work of students to the main stage. Incorporating science stations is one way to create a classroom that values and emphasizes active learnin…

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