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Activate Learning - Using Phenomena, Coherence, and Modeling in Science Classrooms to Meet the STEELS Standards - An Introduction to OpenSciEd
Participants will work as students to explore and explain an anchoring phenomena in OpenSciEd, the top rated science program according to EdReports. Attendees will learn answers to the following key questions facing teachers and administrators: What does modeling look like in a STEELs classroom? Do all phenomena result in the same amount of learning? How can we determine which phenomena are best to engage students? What is meant by coherence as it relates to science curriculum? Learn this and much more in this informative session.
Amplify Science - How Amplify Science Aligns with STEELS and Three Dimensional Learning
Curious to know more about STEELS and implementing Three Dimensional Learning? See how Amplify Science can make the transition to STEELS easy for Pennsylvania educators.
Carolina Biological Supply Company - Exploring OpenSciEd from Carolina
Come experience a model lesson from OpenSciEd for Middle School and see how the new Carolina Certified Edition makes these high-quality instructional materials even better!
McGraw Hill - K-12 Inspire Science Meeting the New PA STEELS
Learn how McGraw Hill’s Inspire Science Program with Actively Learn meets the NEW PA STEELS and Three Dimensional Education. We are offering a Free Digital Pilot to Explore the program with you teachers.
FOSS Science Curriculum - FOSS Pathways to Meet K-5 PA STEELS
Find out how FOSS Pathways in Grades K-5 helps Pennsylvania districts meet PA STEELS. Our new FOSS Pathways curriculum was developed specifically to meet the Next Generation Science Standards. Experience hands-on, phenomena-driven, 3-dimensional instruction with integrated technology components, brand new online assessment platform with full suite of standards-based reporting, extensive teacher support and resources, and world-class, customized professional learning.
Kendall Hunt - BSCS: Understanding for Life - An Inquiry Based High School Biology Program
BSCS Biology: Understanding for Life is the next generation in a line of BSCS Biology programs that presents inquiry-based, research-driven high school biology programs to teachers and students. This new program is designed for the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) that meet the needs of a changing discipline and educational environment. The program integrates the three-dimensional disciplinary shifts called for in the latest NGSS as well as provides support for educators to successfully implement the curriculum.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt - Integrating Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) into your Pennsylvania Science Classroom
Meeting the STEELS standards using a strong phenomenon storyline approach is a priority that HMH is here to support, every step of the way! Come experience an example of how our hands-on labs will inspire and engage your students to explore disciplinary core ideas, cross cutting concepts, and science and engineering practices using HMH Into Science and Science Dimensions.HMH Into Science K-8 Reviewer PageHMH Science Dimensions 6-12 Reviewer Page
Great Minds presents PhD Science-
PhD Science® is a hands-on STEELS aligned science program that sparks wonder as students build enduring knowledge of how the scientific world works. PhD Science students think and act like real scientists as they ask questions, gather evidence, develop models, and construct explanations while investigating authentic phenomena. Embedded coaching and guidance from our teacher-writers, flexible pacing and a coherent storyline helps support the instructional shift in the classroom.
My Sci - Supporting Meaningful Sensemaking through mySci
Come and experience phenomenon and problem-based lessons designed to support meaningful sensemaking. The mySci program is designed to support science teaching that is more equitable and engaging for all students. Learn more about this comprehensive, high quality program and the resources provided to remove barriers, build capacity, and promote deeper learning.My Sci Program ResourcesMy Sci Curriculum Booklet
Twig Science (Imagine Learning) - Let’s make Aha! moments with Imagine Learning Twig Science
Twig Science connects real-world phenomena with 3-D learning and ensures a comprehensive coverage of science standards through engaging hands-on and digital investigations in which Pre-K–8 students take on the roles of real-world scientists and engineers.
Lab-Aids - How Issue-Oriented science curriculum can help teachers meet the new STEELS Standards.
Lab-Aids offers activity-based science curriculum for grades 6-12 using personal and societal issues to provide thematic continuity for student investigations and observations.
SAVVAS Learning Company - Demystifying the New STEELS and Experience Science
An Introduction to Phenomena, 3-D Learning, and Implementing the New STEELS! Science is all about trying to figure out how things work. It is about cultivating students’ natural wonder about the world around them, making it memorable and meaningful. Experience ScienceTM is where wonder and science connect.
LEGO Education - Getting Hands-on with PA STEELS Standards
Let’s make learning joyful together. Discover how LEGO Education’s hands-on solutions can support your STEELS implementation with the use of non-consumable materials, standards-aligned curriculum, and teacher support resources.
ExploreLearning (Gizmos) - Incorporating Technology for Interactive STEELS Learning with Gizmos!
“Tell me, and I forget. Teach me, and I remember. Involve me, and I learn.” This quote from Benjamin Franklin fully encompasses the excellence we hope to instill in our students from kindergarten through elementary school, middle school, and the end of their high school days within our science lessons. Utilizing observation, exploration, and involvement in activities through STEELS Standards and interactive simulations will not only develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills but also inspire our students to appreciate and fall in love with science.
Discovery Education - Meeting the PA STEELS with Discovery Education and Mystery Science
Discovery Education’s science ecosystem has STEELS-aligned resources, from our award-winning K-12 platform, Experience, to beloved Mystery Science for K-5, engaging virtual labs from Pivot Interactives, to full core-curriculum resources, like Science Techbook, we’ve got all grade levels covered! We don’t stop there… we took it one step further and created STEELS curriculum alignment documents for all these resources. Our goal is to save teachers time with real-world phenomena, interactives, virtual labs, and ready-to-use lessons, so join us to learn more!
BrainPOP - BrainPOP Science STEELS the Show
BrainPOP Science, the new middle school science product from BrainPOP, makes it easy for Pennsylvania students to ‘practice the practices’ required for success on their PSSAs and builds transferable skills, like evidence-based writing, critical thinking, and problem-solving, required for your new STEELS standards. Discover how our investigations activate students’ scientific learning with an embedded CER process anchored in exciting and relatable phenomena.
ClickView - STEELthe Show! Interactive Videos to Support the New PA STEELS Standards
Are you looking for resources to enhance your lessons while adhering to the new PA STEELS standards? Do you want to increase engagement without spending hours searching the internet for the perfect video? Join ClickView to gain practical tips on how to use curated videos that increase lesson engagement, help students understand challenging concepts, and even give you actionable insights into student understanding and progress! Don’t miss this chance to discover free, classroom-ready videos and resources specifically designed and curated for the new STEELS standards.
Infobase - Explore how videos, games, articles, and Science experiments come together to increase student engagement in STEELS.
Since different modalities have been proven to boost student engagement, it makes sense to provide students with multiple ways to learn. We will explore how Infobase can help teachers and students reinforce STEELS concepts using printed materials, interactive resources, and various multimedia. Learn360, The World Almanac for Kids, Science Online and Today’s Science cover grades K-12 and all attendees will be eligible for a 30-day trial.
EarthForce - A Student-Driven 6-Step Community Environmental Action Process
Join Earth Force to learn about the 6 steps to get to community level action, with students in the driver's seat. Prepare to engage in youth-adult partnerships and truly help young people build the self-efficacy and environmental literacy to take action now and in the future - it is time to focus on the process over the product and move from traditional one off action projects to meaningful change and participatory civic engagement and action. Join us to learn about the support an Earth Force representative can offer you, including funding for action, feedback on proposals, and regional and national recognition, nevermind 1:1 mentorship and coaching to educators and to student groups.
Advancing Science - Integrating the MWEE Model and the Environmental Literacy and Sustainability Standards
Join Advancing Science to learn about how the MWEE model is integrated into the new Environmental Literacy and Sustainability Standards. The presenter will share strategies for extending classroom studies into the schoolyard using local resources to engage students in core scientific ideas, practices, and stewardship.
Chesapeake Bay Foundation - Environmental Literacy integration with STEELS Standards
In this session, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation offers insight to connect students and teachers with resources and experiences to develop a meaning watershed education experience (MWEE), while seamlessly utilizing new STEELS standards. The session will highlight the essential experiences and activities to use local-based phenomena and facilitate action projects that elevate student interest and success within their local communities. We will review a few necessary resources, such as STEEL standards, an environmental literacy model, and dimensional learning.
The MWEE Lounge: https://classroom.google.com/c/NjMzOTg4NTc5MTg5?cjc=hf2tgbt
Pennsylvania Education Action Team Teacher Appreciate Event: https://events.cbf.org/peatteacherappreciation
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GLOBE Program - Engaging Students in Authentic Science Data Collection
The GLOBE (Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment) Program is an international science and education program that focuses on promoting scientific literacy and building connections between people passionate about the environment. GLOBE has three primary goals: increasing environmental awareness, contributing to increased scientific understanding of the Earth and supporting improved student achievement in science and mathematics. By participating in GLOBE, students, teachers, researchers and lifelong learners can connect with the program’s global community.
GLOBE Program Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M1GldVIDiaFBRbTtwYkuGORfLKOVres1/view?usp=drive_link
PA Bureau of State Parks Education Team - Phenomenal Parks: Educational Resources from PA State Parks & Forests
Meet PA State Parks and Forests education staff from parks and forest districts within the IU served area. Learn about teacher professional development opportunities, field learning experiences and in-school programs available for your students, and discuss ways that they can help you address the new STEELS standards.
