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Miller, Emily; Januszyk, Rita; Lee, Okhee – Science and Children, 2015
The "Next Generation Science Standards" ("NGSS") shift what it means to teach and learn science. One significant change emerges from the central role of discourse. As the practices are language-intensive and the performance expectations explain what a student should be able to do in science, every student must learn the…
Descriptors: Science Education, Standards, Earth Science, English Language Learners
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Cook, Michelle; Deaton, Cynthia – Science and Children, 2012
In recent years, a number of National Research Council reports have emphasized the need to improve science education and enhance science literacy for all students. In addition, the newly released "A Framework for K-12 Science Education" advocates engaging students in scientific practices and disciplinary core ideas. Children are not learning…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Science Education, Case Studies, Group Activities
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DeRose, James V.; And Others – Science and Children, 1979
Reports the findings of three National Science Foundation studies: (1) a survey of school administrators, supervisors, and teachers; (2) a literature search; and (3) a number of in-depth case studies conducted in a variety of school systems. (MA)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Educational Philosophy, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials
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Kronholm, Martha; Ramsey, John – Science and Children, 1991
Recounts how a fifth-grade class applied the extended case study strategy to study a regional environmental issue, the Timber Wolf Recovery Plan. Students wrote essays; identified involved players' positions, beliefs, and values; conducted a survey of local residents' beliefs and attitudes; and devised a plan of action. (MDH)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Beliefs, Case Studies, Decision Making