Corina Garcia

BSCS 5E Instructional Model

Tue, Jun 14, 2016 4:59 PM
Good resource

I'm going to print the two charts and refer to them as I plan and enhance my lessons.

Methods and Strategies: Modeling Problem-Based Instruction

Mon, Jun 13, 2016 8:13 PM
Problem-Based Learning Example

Maybe a little bit dated, but it is a nice example of using problem-based learning in a (somewhat) real-world situation. Definitely adaptable to different curriculum. This example is done over a course of 2 weeks. It's hard for me to commit that much time to one lesson.

Five Good Reasons to Use Science Notebooks

Mon, Jun 13, 2016 7:02 PM
Help your language learners!

I have used notebooks for several years now and I think that this article is a good guide for beginners and also serves as a good reminder for current users of notebooks that good "notebooking" doesn't happen overnight. Students (and teachers) will benefit from lots of modeling, sharing, and practice. I would have gven 5 stars if it had more student examples, but this IS a journal and not a book. I teach English language learners, so this is a way to assist students in their literacy skills and to really check for understanding.