Science/STEM
In science we will be exploring the following concepts:
- Energy
- Waves
- Earth's Surface Processes
- Structure and Function
This year your child will also participate in several STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) projects.
What is STEM instruction?:
- Design-based learning approach
- Deeper learning is supported when students design and create an artifact that requires understanding and application of knowledge.
- Engineering Design Process
- Ask a question/Define a Problem, Research, Imagine/Research, Plan/Sketch, Create, Improve/Reflect, Share
- Promotes perseverance and collaboration
- Students work through a problem independently and in a group setting
- Mini Design Challenges/Project Based Learning Units
- Short term/long term design thinking projects
- Aligned with New Jersey State Learning Standards for Science
- Energy, Waves, Earth's Surface Processes, Structure and Function, Engineering Design