Welcome to Dr. Jackie Speake the Science Geek's Web Page!
CORE and STEM Education Consulting, LLC
About Dr. Jackie Speake the Science Geek:
I am an educator with 20+ years of experience at the classroom, district, and state levels. Currently I am Executive Director and independent consultant with CORE and STEM Education Consulting, LLC, and available for professional learning and consulting on all things STEM, including support for K-12 district and school administrators and school teachers.
See work history and education here.
Designing Meaningful STEM Lessons (Grades 3-8) available at NSTA Press!
Meaningful STEM Lessons: Grades 3, 4, and 5 now available on Amazon!
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Meaningful STEM Lessons: Grade 3 (aligned to Grade 3 NGSS Performance Expectations)
Meaningful STEM Lessons: Grade 4 (aligned to Grade 4 NGSS Performance Expectations)
Meaningful STEM Lessons: Grade 5 (aligned to Grade 5 NGSS Performance Expectations)
Attributes of the Books:
Ready-to-Use Lessons: Sample lessons target students in grades 4-8 and are correlated to the Framework for K-12 Science Education's Disciplinary Core Ideas (NRC 2012).
Standards-driven Instruction: The big ideas of science are consistent – how we teach this content makes a significant difference in student learning and retention of important science concepts.
Inquiry: The National Science Education Standards (NRC 1996) define inquiry as a set of interrelated processes where scientists and students ask questions about the natural world and investigate phenomena. It is a critical component of a science program.
5E Instructional Model: The Biological Science Curriculum Study led by Roger Bybee developed an instructional model for constructivism, called the 5E instructional model. This model is based on constructivist theories and enhances student inquiry through a series of planning strategies.
Claims, Evidence, Reasoning: Engaging in scientific explanations improves students’ ability to reason and become more adept at critical and analytical thinking.
About the StEMT Approach:
ST = Science infusing (raised through the power of) Technology
E = Engineering Design and Design Thinking
M =Mathematical Practices and Habits of Mind (similar to the Science Practices)
T = Technology as a Product or Solution to a Real-world Problem