Matrix of NGSS Crosscutting Concepts
Science Flowchart (Dynamic)
Science Flowchart (Static)
Survey 2
NGSS Module #1 - Phenomena & Equity Topic 3: How Science Works
Overview
The Oregon Science Project Module #1 is designed for K-12 and nonformal educators who want to learn more about NGSS, with an emphasis on how the shift to sense-making around phenomena is at the heart of the NGSS.
How Science Works
How Science Works
"Before one can discuss the teaching and learning of science, consensus is needed about what science is." - Taking Science to School
Components: individual video reflection, small group discussions, survey response
Tips for Success:
Print Flowchart (static) Print or Download both the NGSS Practices and Matrix of Crosscutting Concepts
Individual Instructions:
Watch the video below at least once and listen for:
- How these scientists - and science educators - discuss how science works
- Ways that scientists use evidence to craft arguments
- How scientists reason with evidence
Open "Science Flowchart (Dynamic)"
- Slowly mouse over the different parts of the flowchart.
- Reflect on the different parts of the flowchart ensuring that you have seen all of the different spheres.
- Connect evidence from the video to the different spheres of the flowchart. Be prepared to share your findings in our group PLC.
Group Work:
Each participant opens "Appendix F: NGSS Practices"
- It may be helpful to minimize your screens so you can easily switch between the different resources on your own during your discussion.
- As a group, discuss where each practice could fit on the flowchart and why, or why not.
- Refer back to the video (or even watch it again) to help you think about this overlap.
Each participant opens "Matrix of NGSS Crosscutting Concepts"
- As a group, discuss where each NGSS Crosscutting Concept could fit on the flowchart and why, or why not.
- Refer back to the video (or even watch it again) to help you think about this overlap or lack of overlap.
"Survey #2" on their own device
- In your group, discuss each prompt on the survey using the science flowchart to guide your discussion about how science works.
- Include material from the video (quotes, ideas, stories, claims, etc.) in your responses.
- Each participant completes and submits their own survey.