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This will be my first year in 4th grade, and science will need more focus since my fourth graders will need to take a NYS Science test at the end of the year. Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions for activities to use in a science center for students who are academically low?
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Thrath,
Have you looked at NGSS? I am asking because these new standards were designed with all students in mind, not just the students whoeem to learn easily. I am thinking that science just might be the hook that engages these students and by doing science, their other skills might begin to improve.
I am thinking about the topic "energy" There is a lot you can do .You can explore energy transfer and transformation using light, sound and electricity. How can you students explore and then develop concepts around energy? The Learning Center has many resources to help you.
Those are just some initial thoughts..
Kathy
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Here's a link to some 4th grade Science Center Ideas from Broward County, FL.
I hope some of these iddeas help you!
Naomi Beverly
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Thanks so much, it was helpful! :)
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Thanks so much, it was helpful! :)
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Tharath--
I am happy!
I hope your year goes well, and the kids learn lots of science through the centers and other instruction.
All the best,
Naomi Beverly
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Hi Tharath,
What a great question! Using hands-on methods, like science centers, can really help students who academically challenged internalize hard to understand concepts. NSTA has many excellent resources that offer tried and true methods and strategies for teaching academically diverse students. One of my favorite resources is Differentiating Science Instruction and Assessment for Learners with Special Needs, K-8. I've also attached a collection of several journal articles from NSTA professional journals that discuss using science centers to help students discover and understand concepts.
Another fantastic way to help students understand science concepts is incorporate literacy into your science instruction. If you'd like some more info on that, just let me know and I'd be happy to provide you with some great NSTA resources for that topic!
Maureen
Science Centers Collection
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You will need to differentiate as much as possible. Look at this website and teachers pay teachers. There are lots of different resources online available. Also, look at your curriculum to see what you need to teach them. Incorporate a lot of hands on activities so they will remember them better.
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Brandi-
Thanks for your idea.
I joined Teachers Pay Teachers, and I have found some excellent resources for differentiation. I teach SpEd, and we have to "prove" how we are providing specialized instruction. Many times, I have come here to get ideas for games and interactives (hands-on) types of fun activities that my kids can do to experience the standards and curriculum as much as possible through playing
All the best,
Naomi Beverly
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