SECO Fall Virtual Learning Series: Helping Students Make Sense of the World

Helping Students Make Sense of the World Using Next Generation Science and Engineering Practices

SECO Fall Virtual Learning Series

Helping Students Make Sense of the World Using Next Generation Science and Engineering Practices provides a play-by-play understanding of the practices strand of A Framework for K–12 Science Education (Framework) and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Written in clear, nontechnical language, this book provides a wealth of real-world examples to show you what’s different about practice-centered teaching and learning at all grade levels. The book addresses three important questions:
1. How will engaging students in science and engineering practices help improve science education?
2. What do the eight practices look like in the classroom?
3. How can educators engage students in practices to bring the NGSS to life?

Helping Students Make Sense of the World Using Next Generation Science and Engineering Practices was developed for K–12 science teachers, curriculum developers, teacher educators, and administrators. Many of its authors contributed to the Framework’s initial vision and tested their ideas in actual science classrooms. If you want a fresh game plan to help students work together to generate and revise knowledge—not just receive and repeat information—this book study is for you.

The learning series includes five, 90-minute virtual sessions with contact hour and  graduate credit options.  The first learning session is Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 4:15 pm. Session dates: September 14, September 28, October 12, October 26, November 9. Participants mare responsible for purchasing the book and it is not included as part of the registration. Books can be purchased at Amazon or in the NSTA store (Discounts available for NSTA members).