Understanding the Vision

Planning for Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

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Assessment

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K-12 Science Education

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Lead State Partner and Writing Team

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How is Arkansas Involved in the development of the NGSS?

Vision for NRC K-12 Science

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The main goal of the Framework is to ensure that by the end of high school all students have some appreciation of science, the ability to discuss and think critically about science-related issues, and the skills to pursue careers in science or engineering.

~Brian Reiser (2011)

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NRC Framework is designed to realize a vision of science education in which ALL students’ experiences over multiple years foster progressively deeper understanding of science.

Realizing the Vision

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Eight Practices- Appendix F

1.Asking questions (science) and defining problems (engineering)

2.Design and using models

3.Planning and carrying out investigations

4.Analyzing and interpreting data

5.Using mathematics and computational thinking

6.Developing explanations (science) and designing solutions (engineering)

7.Engaging in argument

8.Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

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Eight Practices

*Note that in doing science or engineering, the practices are used iteratively and in combination; they are not linear steps to be taught in order

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1.Patterns

2.Cause and effect: Mechanism and explanation

3.Scale, proportion, and quantity

4.Systems and system models

5.Energy and matter: Flows, cycles, and conservation

6.Structure and function

7.Stability and change

Seven Crosscutting Concepts-Appendix G

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Physical Sciences

Life Sciences

Earth and Space Sciences

Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science

K-12 Core Ideas

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Physical Science Core Ideas

Core Idea PS1: Matter and Its Interactions

Core Idea PS2: Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions

Core Idea PS3: Energy

Core Idea PS4: Waves and Their Applications in Technologies for Information Transfer

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Life Science Core Ideas

Core Idea LS1: From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes

Core Idea LS2: Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics

Core Idea LS3: Heredity: Inheritance and Variation of Traits

Core Idea LS4: Biological Evolution: Unity and Diversity

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Earth and Space Science Cores

Ideas

Core Idea ESS1: Earth’s Place in the Universe

Core Idea ESS2: Earth’s Systems

Core Idea ESS3: Earth and Human Activity

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Engineering, Technology, &

Applications of Science

Core Idea ETS1: Engineering Design

Core Idea ETS2: Links Among Engineering, Technology, Science, and Society

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Some Big Shifts in the Core and Sub-Core Ideas

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*Your Thoughts

The intent of the Framework is to change how we teach science so that it is more like how scientists work.

*How does this compare to your current teaching practice?

*Will a big shift be necessary in your class or curriculum?

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REFERENCES1. Achieve Inc. “Developing for Next Generation

Science Standards.” Achieve Inc. PowerPoint presentation. January 2012.

2. Molding, Brett. Vision for Science Education A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas. Professional development BCSSE workshop. PowerPoint presentation. 2011.

3. National Research Council (NRC). 2012. A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas. Washington, DC: National Academies Press.

4. Sherman, M. (2011). “Brian Reiser on expert panel that issues new science education framework.” Northwestern School of Education and Social Policy. Available on-line at http://www.sesp.northwestern.edu/news-center/news/2011/07/reiser-nrc-report-science-framework.html.

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Engineering Design Process

Goal: Design a rocket to land in the hula-hoop

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Materials and Tools Needed for One Rocket• Precision Straw• 3" x 5" index card• Small piece of clay• Several pieces of tape• Ruler• Scissors• Pencil

Building the RocketsDesign a rocket: For your rocket, determine the following• Fin shape• Number of fins• Rocket length,• Nose cone shape you want to use. •These are some suggested fin designs, but you are not limited to these suggestions.

STRAW ROCKET