Archive: How do I Select Phenomena to Motivate Student Sense Making?, March 15, 2017

This web seminar took place on March 15, 2017, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern time. The presenters were Tricia Shelton, High School Science Teacher and Teacher Leader in Boone County Schools in KY, and Ted Willard, Director of NGSS@NSTA for the National Science Teachers Association. Thanks to the participants and the presenters for the learning opportunity, the interactions, and a job well done!

Program abstract
Three-dimensional teaching and learning features a shift in focus from having students learn about science to figuring out phenomena. This web seminar will explore how to select phenomena and use them to motivate student sense making. This is one of a series of web seminars providing teachers advice on implementing the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) or other three-dimensional science standards based on the Framework for K-12 Science Education.

A certificate of attendance was deposited into participants' My Profile area in the NSTA Learning Center for completing the evaluation form at the end of the program.

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Below are comments from individuals who attended the seminar:

  • "I enjoyed the expertise of the moderators and also the chat with other participants."
  • "So valuable. The more I learn the better I like the NGSS and the better I understand it."
  • "This was an interesting and informative webinar. I appreciated the walk through of a unit, detailing the individual lessons and explaining one lesson in depth including photos."
  • "You have structured your seminars beautifully. There is no down time and the content is engaging and relevant."

A certificate of attendance was deposited into participants' account page for completing the evaluation form at the end of the program.

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