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    Instructional Routines that Support Student Discourse

    November 17, 2023
    Each Great Minds® curriculum has instructional routines that nurture engagement, while making students’ thinking and learning visible. Our...
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    High-Quality Curriculum PhD Science Family Engagement

    How Phenomenon-Based, Hands-On Instruction Builds Enduring Knowledge

    May 1, 2023
    Students strive to make sense of the world around them by asking questions. Through science instruction, we can embrace and nourish students’ natural...
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    High-Quality Curriculum PhD Science Family Engagement

    Supporting the Next Generation of Scientists

    January 10, 2023
    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...
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    High-Quality Curriculum Getting Started - PhD Science PhD Science

    Getting Started with a New Science Program

    December 13, 2022
    With new technology, new programs, new standards, or other new initiatives, the professional landscape for classroom teachers is ever-changing,...
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    Student Engagement Getting Started - PhD Science

    Supporting English Learners in Science Instruction

    November 29, 2022
    There are many times when students are hesitant to participate in class, especially English learners. Supporting language development is important...
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    Featured Science High-Quality Curriculum Getting Started - PhD Science

    The Makings of a High-Quality Science Curriculum

    October 17, 2022
    When it comes time to adopt a new program in your school or district, the process can feel quite overwhelming. You want to make the right decision...
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    Student Engagement Featured Science High-Quality Curriculum Getting Started - PhD Science

    Embracing Student-Centered Instruction

    October 17, 2022
    When students feel like they have a voice in how their learning takes place, they often take additional initiative and engage more in lessons and...
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    Featured Science High-Quality Curriculum Getting Started - PhD Science

    Differentiation with Universal Design in Mind: Emphasis on All Learners

    October 17, 2022
    Equity should be prioritized as a central component in all educational improvement efforts. The 2018 Pew Center report on Diversity and...
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    Featured Science High-Quality Curriculum Getting Started - PhD Science

    Breaking Down the Next Generation Science Standards

    October 17, 2022
    NGSS, PE, DCI, CCC/CC, SEP. Do these abbreviations sound familiar but also look a bit like alphabet soup? There are many acronyms to keep up with...
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    Getting Started - PhD Science Family Support Family Engagement

    Science Family Night

    September 8, 2022
    The PhD Science® team has put together the below resources to provide a rich, productive, engaging family night in your learning community.
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    Getting Started - PhD Science Family Support Family Engagement

    How Families Can Engage Students in Science-Related Conversation

    August 30, 2022
    Family engagement has a direct positive impact on a student’s learning success. During every step of the learning process, students must have the...
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    How do phenomena support knowledge building?

    April 4, 2022
    Where can we find shadows? Can we see during a blackout? Can we see objects inside a cave without a light source? What do these questions have in...

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