Posts by Katie Fenton
Free STEM Teaching Resource: What Causes Hurricanes?
Our free lesson plans for Elementary, Middle and High School offer a fascinating look into what causes hurricanes. Download free readings and a poster for your classroom!
Read MoreMaking Student Thinking Visible in High School Science Education
Making Student Thinking Visible in High School Science Education Quick Take: The September 2024 Snapshot Series webinar Making Student Thinking Visible in High School Science Education, presented by Professional Learning Facilitator Michelle Tindall, asked how we can help high school students show their thinking and deepen their understanding of science concepts with drawings and writing. In…
Read More6 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. 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 today’s data-driven world, preparing students for the future workforce requires more than just data literacy—it demands data fluency. This blog…
Read MoreCultivating a Community of Learners in Science Education
Cultivating a Community of Learners in Science Education Quick Take: 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 students’ sensemaking with respectful relationships,…
Read MoreKeep Students Engaged and Inspired with These October Science Observance Days! 🧪 📅
Keep Students Engaged and Inspired with These October Science Observance Days! 🧪 📅 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 ‘Go Touch Grass’: Why Now is the Time for Nature Journaling in K-12 Education 📓🍃
Teaching Students to ‘Go Touch Grass’: Why Now is the Time for Nature Journaling in K-12 Education 📓🍃 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: 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…
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