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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 Support Specialist Jen...

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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...

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An Inside Look at Cross-Content 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 in this module...

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How to Review High-Quality Science Programs

December 5, 2023
We know that it can be challenging for educators to find adequate time to thoroughly assess new science programs or, in some cases, to even know how...
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Integrating Science and Literacy: Insights from Educators and Strategies for Success

November 27, 2023
It’s not enough for scientists to understand science concepts. They must also be able to record their observations, communicate their ideas, debate...
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Best Practices for Developing Community in a Student-Led Classroom

September 14, 2023
Consider the last time you were the “new kid” in a group setting. Perhaps you decided to try a new class at the gym, or finally signed up for that...
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Preparing for a Successful School Year and Preempting Burnout

July 6, 2023
We’ve all experienced it at one point or another—that feeling where you’ve reached your tipping point and you’re hanging on by a thread. Here are...
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Build Real-World Science Knowledge Through Real-World Connections

May 10, 2023
What are phenomena? Scientific phenomena are observable events that students can ask questions about and that can be explained or predicted through...
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Supporting Educators in Improving Practice Through Instructional Materials

December 12, 2022
Can curriculum and instructional materials be developed to not only support students in building knowledge and skills, but also support educators in...
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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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Embracing Student-Led 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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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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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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A Texas-Sized Approach to Early Science Instruction

September 23, 2021
For school students, so much has changed since March 2020: from the way they get to school to how lunch is served to no field trips. In the...
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Science Should Not Be an Elementary School Elective: White Paper

August 5, 2021
Science education is consistently squeezed out of elementary school schedules. The research, however, is clear: Students need science education...

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