Moving From the NGSS to Instruction

by: Harold Pratt

This chapter outlines a dynamic, active process for understanding how each component of a standard interacts with the other components by developing an instructional sequence starting with one or possibly two performance expectations. It is a roadmap but not a fully detailed manual for developing instruction. It is generally accepted that designing instruction or instructional material begins with the selection of the endpoint, or desired results of the instruction, and working backward through an instructional sequence to the beginning knowledge students have coming into the instruction. The process outlined here draws modestly from the concepts in that backward design process. A summary of the process for moving from the NGSS to instruction is provided at the end of this chapter.

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Address teachers' needs as learners and build on their current knowledge of science content, teaching, and learning. (NSES) Build on the teacher's current science understanding, ability, and attitudes. (NSES) CCC6: Structure and Function CCC7: Stability and Change Clear, shared goals based on a vision of science learning, teaching, and teacher development congruent with the National Science Education Standards . (NSES) Collaboration among the people involved in programs, with clear respect for the perspectives and expertise of each. (NSES) Communicating Connect and integrate all pertinent aspects of science and science education. (NSES) Encourage and support teachers in efforts to collaborate. (NSES) Experimenting Incorporate ongoing reflection on the process and outcomes of understanding science through inquiry. (NSES) Integration and coordination of the program components so that understanding and ability can be built over time, reinforced continuously, and practiced in a variety of situations. (NSES) Involves teachers in actively investigating phenomena that can be studied scientifically...(NSES) Observing Scientific habits of mind SEP1: Asking Questions and Defining Problems SEP4: Analyzing and Interpreting Data SEP6: Constructing Explanations and Designing Solutions SEP8: Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information Uses multiple sources of information to guide improvement and demonstrate its impact. (NSDC)

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Type Book ChapterPub Date 4/15/2013ISBN 9781938946066Stock # PB340X_4

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