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Topics: Featured Implementation Support Getting Started - PhD Science knowledge building

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

Kristi Madden

by Kristi Madden

February 16, 2023
A Bird’s Eye View: Knowledge Building Across Grade Levels

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Posted in: Aha! Blog > PhD Science > Implementation Support Getting Started - PhD Science knowledge building > 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 Implementation Support Specialist Kristi Madden as she shows how the PhD Science storyline across grade levels K–5 develops complex thinking as students engage in science practices and apply crosscutting concepts to make sense of disciplinary core ideas.
Kristi Madden

Kristi Madden

Kristi Madden, a Senior Implementation Support Specialist at Great Minds, provides training and support for schools and districts implementing the PhD Science curriculum. Prior to joining the team, Kristi taught elementary school in Louisiana. Kristi loved how PhD Science sparked curiosity and made her students excited for science class.

Topics: Featured Implementation Support Getting Started - PhD Science knowledge building

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