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So... what are the new NJSLS standards? Are they really NGSS standards? Is it a new "curriculum"? Here are some great links that may help you understand the changes that will take place this year in Science instruction. A lot is happening in Science Education these days!
So... what are the new NJSLS standards? Are they really NGSS standards? Is it a new "curriculum"? Here are some great links that may help you understand the changes that will take place this year in Science instruction. A lot is happening in Science Education these days!
NEW VISION FOR THE SCIENCE CLASSROOM
Methods that the teachers will be using will look... different. The science classroom will be more inquiry based and student centered. There will be more "doing and discovering" science rather than being "told" science. The teachers will be designing more hands-on activities that appeal to the students' inquisitive nature.
11 FACTS TO KNOW ABOUT NJSLS FOR SCIENCE
What are the NJSLS standards? Why was there a change from the previous standards? What was the development process that led to the adoption of the NJSLS?
Take a look at some of the frequently asked questions about NJSLS. Many of your questions are already answered here. (Feel free to contact Dr. Goffe if you have any other questions!)
NJ SCIENCE EDUCATION IN THE NEWS
There has been a lot of talk in the media about the changes that will take place in the Science Classroom. Here are some links to what's being said in the media!
Traditional Science Instruction vs. NGSS
The science classroom will look very different starting this year! This article explains the differences between the traditional science instruction and the new NGSS science classroom instruction.
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