Our goal is to let music open a new door in our thinking and help make science more familiar and accessible for everyone so we can explore the world around us and think about science - together. While we are looking at patterns in terms of music - is this a lens we can use to make sense of other phenomena that we didn’t really notice a pattern in before? Can this new lens help us figure out something that is complex - our changing earth.
Read MoreVirtual Sci Ed - Science Is For Everyone - Go Out And Find It…Safely!!
With the potential for students to be learning virtually or just spending more time at home, there is a need for parents to be able to find high quality and engaging science resources to stimulate and encourage learning at home. Here, we walk through an example of engaging children with phenomena and science at home.
Read MorePhenomena In Focus - What is an Anchoring Phenomenon?
Anchor phenomenon. Lesson-level phenomenon. These terms show up constantly in NGSS materials, often without much explanation. In this Phenomena in Focus post, we break down the difference, explain why it matters for unit planning, and walk through a night sky example that shows both types in action.
Read MorePhenomena Sparks - Leveraging Student Questions About the Coronavirus
The coronavirus is here and it has captured our attention. How might we go about getting a better understanding of what viruses are in order to prevent such widespread panic facing a new virus? When students are naturally curious about events that are happening around them it brings authenticity to the classroom - let’s capitalize on the motivation that comes with their questions.
Read MoreVirtual Sci Ed -How Can We Tell If A Physical Or Chemical Change Occurs
As students take time to think about their understanding of what constitutes as a chemical reaction, they are immediately confronted with this phenomenon, an orange rind popping a balloon, to point out any gaps or problems with their initial explanation. Students are provided with an opportunity to develop an investigation that will help clarify their understanding.
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