Science: Identifying Gaps and Writing to Learn in Elementary Science (Summer 2021)

Are you ready to learn how to utilize vertical alignment to spiral K-5th Science TEKS? Are you interested in learning how to embed high impact writing strategies to develop critical thinking skills? In this self-paced, online course you will study the K-5th Science TEKS, and prepare for implementation through research, discussion, and application.

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

  • Explore vertical alignment between the grade levels and analyze possible gaps that might have occurred due to COVID-19.
  • Investigate high impact writing strategies that can be in used in the science classroom to increase students' ability to think critically about science content.
  • Engage in group discussions to reflect on learning and make connections to practice.
  • Plan for implementation using best instructional practices.

K-5th Science Teachers
Carolyn Beardsley
Curriculum, Instructional Strategies, Subject Areas, Science
1 - Planning, T-TESS 2 - Instruction, T-TESS 1.1 - Planning: Standards and Alignment, T-TESS 1.4 - Planning: Activities, T-TESS 2.2 - Instruction: Content Knowledge and Expertise 1 - Instructional Leadership, T-PESS 2 - Human Capital, T-PESS 1.1A - Ensures curricula aligned with state standards, T-PESS 1.1D - Ensures growth of individual students
Online Course, Self-directed

$85.00
CPE Credits: 6.00  
Registration Closes: 8/27/2021
Starts: 4/19/2021
Ends: 8/31/2021 11:59 pm
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