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OpenSciEd
OpenSciEd was launched to improve the supply of and address demand for high quality, open-source, full-course science instructional materials, while...
Tools for Ambitious Science Teaching
This website provides a vision of ambitious science instruction for elementary, middle school, and high school classrooms. Ambitious teaching...
Using Phenomena in NGSS-aligned lessons and units
This resource from NGSS describes what phenomena are, why they are such a big deal, how they are related to three-dimensional learning, how phenomena...
What are Storylines?
Next Generation Science storylines is a website that describes why storylines are an effective instructional method. It also provides examples of...
What are Phenomena?
Phenomena are a central component of Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) aligned teaching and learning, but what ARE phenomena and how can local...
K-8 IDOE STEM Self-Evaluation Tool
This self-evaluation tool is based on the K-8 STEM Certification rubric. Use this Google Form with your STEM Team to evaluate your current program,...
K-8 Required Evidence Changes Guide
View this resource for a comprehensive list of STEM Certification Rubric updates for required evidence. All changes from the 2021-2022 rubric to the...
NGSS Overview for Principals
Many states across the country have adopted new standards called the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which are based on research regarding...
Instructional Leadership for Science Practices
Many states across the country have adopted new standards called the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which are based on research regarding...
NGSS Demystified: A Toolkit for Training Teachers
Many states across the country have adopted new standards called the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which are based on research regarding...
What School Building Administrators Should Know About NGSS
Many states across the country have adopted new standards called the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which are based on research regarding...
Administrators Matter in NGSS Implementation
Many states across the country have adopted new standards called the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which are based on research regarding...
Lessons Learned from the NGSS Early Implementer Districts
Many states across the country have adopted new standards called the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which are based on research regarding...
How Should Districts and Schools Focus Professional Development When Starting to Implement NGSS
Many states across the country have adopted new standards called the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), which are based on research regarding...
Beliefs, Values, and Mindsets in Mathematics Teaching and Learning
The beliefs, values, and mindsets that teachers and students hold about teaching and learning mathematics have a significant impact on student...
Universal Design for Learning (UDL): A Teacher’s Guide
Understood.com has created a teacher’s guide to Universal Design for Learning (UDL). In this resource you'll learn:Why use Universal Design for...
UDL Tips for Designing Learning Experiences
This resource from CAST details five UDL tips for designing learning experiences that are meaningful and challenging for all learners. Make sure to...
What Is UDL? An Infographic
What is Universal Design for Learning (UDL)? Check out this infographic from Katie Novak to learn more about UDL and get implementation ideas for...
Fifth Grade Multiplying and Dividing Fluency: Dividing Whole Numbers
Ryan Flessner breaks down the multiplying fluency standards in fifth grade into useful strategies, lesson ideas, and assessment ideas.
Giving Voice to Your Lessons with Mote
mote is a Google Chrome extension that allows you to easily add voice comments and feedback in Google Classroom, Docs, Slides, Sheets, and...
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