Unlocking the Power of the NGSS

The NGSS represents the largest conceptual shift in teaching science in decades. The addition of engineering design and an increased emphasis on the practices of science could revolutionize science education. However, this revolution will only occur if teachers understand the standards and make changes in their classrooms.

In this institute, Paul Andersen will guide you through the standards while giving you concrete examples that can change science classrooms immediately. Institute attendees will apply the practices through scientific inquiry and should come prepared to do science.

Attendees will also evaluate course maps and develop sample assessments and units that address the three-dimensional learning contained in the NGSS.

Participants will. . .

• practice scientific learning through inquiry.
• develop the skills required to implement the science and engineering practices.
• unpack grade-appropriate standards and develop sample assessments.
• design grade-appropriate units of instruction.
• evaluate various course maps for the NGSS.

Science Teachers (K-12)

Participants should have a basic understanding of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).