Posts by Katie Fenton
6 Biology Teaching Resources to Engage Students: From Microscopic Life to Agriculture on the Moon!
6 Biology Teaching Resources to Engage Students: From Microscopic Life to Agriculture on the Moon! In today’s rapidly evolving science landscape, keeping students engaged and updated with the latest discoveries and industry demands for emerging skills is more crucial than ever.ย In our recent blog post, “OpenSciEd Biology: Preparing Students for the Future,” we explored…
Read MoreBeyond Data Literacy: Helping Students Achieve Data Fluency Through Collaboration and Real-World Applications
Beyond Data Literacy: Helping Students Achieve Data Fluency Through Collaboration and Real-World Applications [7th grade students at East Shore Middle School collecting data on homemade versus store-bought bath bombs. CREDIT: @MrsEtense (X)] Quick Take: In todayโs data-driven world, preparing students for the future workforce requires more than just data literacyโit demands data fluency. This blog…
Read MoreCultivating a Community of Learners in Science Education
Cultivating a Community of Learners in Science Education Quick Take:ย The August 2024 Snapshot Series webinar Cultivating a Community of Learners, presented by Professional Learning Facilitator Michelle Tindall, asked how we can foster an equitable learning community where all students are engaged in constructing new knowledge. A community of learners supports studentsโ sensemaking with respectful relationships,…
Read MoreKeep Students Engaged and Inspired with These October Science Observance Days! ๐งช ๐
Keep Students Engaged and Inspired with These October Science Observance Days! ๐งช ๐ Start the new school year by keeping students excited about science! We’ve compiled a list of ten October science observance days and free teaching resources to help you plan engaging activities to keep your students curious and thinking. Use these free science…
Read MoreTeaching Students to โGo Touch Grassโ: Why Now is the Time for Nature Journaling in K-12 Education ๐๐
Teaching Students to โGo Touch Grassโ: Why Now is the Time for Nature Journaling in K-12 Education ๐๐ Quick Take: In a world where digital distractions dominate, nature journaling offers a timely and powerful solution for K-12 education. This blog explores why now is the perfect time to integrate nature journaling into your science curriculum.…
Read MoreHow to Facilitate Productive Discussions in Science Education
How to Facilitate Productive Discussions in Science Education As part of an OpenSciEd professional learning session, teachers in Iowa engage in a small-group “building understanding” discussion to make sense of interactions in an ecosystem. Quick Take:ย The July 2024 Snapshot Series webinar Productive Discussions in Science Education, presented by Professional Learning Facilitator Michelle Tindall, asked how…
Read MoreWhat Are Notice and Wonder Activities in Science Education and How Do They Support Student Curiosity and Creativity?
What Are Notice and Wonder Activities in Science Education and How Do They Support Student Curiosity and Creativity? [Middle school students look at images of human and ox nerves and record their Notices and Wonderings. OpenSciEd curriculum. CREDIT: @WhittleScience (X)] Quick Take: Learn how Notice and Wonder activities in science transform science education by fostering…
Read MoreSummer Refresh: Power Up Your OpenSciEd Teaching Toolkit with These Awesome Resources ๐
Summer Refresh: Power Up Your OpenSciEd Teaching Toolkit with These Awesome Resources ๐ Activate Learning Summer OpenSciEd Professional Learning Workshop in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin July 2024. Quick Take: The summer of power-packed professional learning continues! We’ve curated a list of engaging resources to add to your OpenSciEd teaching toolkit including: Must-read books on inquiry-based learning…
Read MoreMaking the Shift to Three-Dimensional Teaching and Learning in Science Education
Making the Shift to Three-Dimensional Teaching and Learning in Science Education Science teachers attend an Activate Learning OpenSciEd Professional Learning session presented by Michelle Tindall at the California Science Education Conference in 2023. Quick Take: As a follow up to our June 2024 Snapshot Series webinar, Professional Learning Facilitator Michelle Tindall provides an overview of…
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