31. Next Generation Science Standards Explained with Beth Christiansen

Naturally Teaching Elementary: A Podcast for Teachers and Homeschool Families

If you've been struggling to understand the Next Generation Science Standards and how to use them in your elementary classroom, then this is the podcast episode for you!

In today's episode Beth Christiansen explains the Next Generation Science Standards, how they differ from traditional science standards, how they utilize three dimensional learning for student success, and more. She also shares a TON of resources to help you find phenomena to investigate, how to effectively facilitate class discussions, and much, much more.

Make sure to listen all the way to the end of the episode because today's Teaching Tip is about using informal questioning and class discussion to assess your students' understanding of your curriculum.

Show Notes: https://naturallyteaching.com/episode31

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Some of the resources mentioned 💚

• The wonder of science: https://thewonderofscience.com/phenomenal
• NGSS Phenomena Ideas: http://www.ngssphenomena.com/
• Next Generation Science Standards Interactive Resource: https://nextgenscience.org/
• Nine talk moves from TERC https://inquiryproject.terc.edu/prof_dev/Goals_and_Moves.cfm.html
• Phenomenal Science (free K-5 curriculum): https://phenomscience.weebly.com/
• Visit show notes for lots more!

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