Joining the Conversation on Universal Design for Learning

Curious to know what Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is and what it looks like in a science classroom? Join PhD Science® SeniorImplementation...

A Bird’s Eye View: Knowledge Building Across Grade Levels

PhD Science® students build knowledge coherently across modules and grade levels, leading to deep conceptual understanding. Join PhD Science Senior...

An Inside Look at Cross-Curricular Connections in PhD Science 

How do butterflies survive over time in a changing environment? This is an essential question that PhD Science® Level 3 students dive into. Students...

Supporting the Next Generation of Scientists

Do you recall how you learned science? You may not recall much if anything from science in your elementary years. Perhaps you recall a bit from your...

Getting All Students to Do Science

Have you ever had your students draw a picture of a scientist? What percentage drew an older white male in a lab coat? Did any of the female students...

Five Core Shifts Urgently Needed in Elementary Science Education

Over a decade ago, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s (National Academies) report A Framework for K–12 Science Education...

Scientific Models in the K–5 Classroom: What’s the Buzz?

Developing and using models is one of the Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs). Join PhD Science® Implementation Support Specialist Genie Albina...

Getting Started with a New Science Program

With new technology, new programs, new standards, or other new initiatives, the professional landscape for classroom teachers is ever-changing,...

How Do You Support Students Through Productive Struggle?

When your students struggle, your instinct may be to jump in and help them. You care about your students, and you don’t want to see them fail....

Supporting English Learners in Science Instruction

There are many times when students are hesitant to participate in class, especially English learners. Supporting language development is important...

PhD Science K–2 OER Receives Tier 1 Rating in Louisiana

With the latest instructional materials evaluation from the Louisiana Department of Education, the PhD Science® K­­–2 Open Educational Resource (OER)...

How to Boost Scientific Discourse in Your Classroom in 4 Easy Steps

Have you been looking to boost scientific discourse in your classroom? We’ve got some tips to take your classroom conversations to the next level....

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