Modeling Science Practices
  • Strategy: Developing STEM Practices & Mindset
  • Skill: Modeling Science Practices
  • Time: Length: 85 minutes
  • Guide Type: Training (large group)

Using Models

Participants will demonstrate the importance of models when trying to answer questions and draw conclusions.


Objectives

Participants will demonstrate the importance of models when trying to answer questions and draw conclusions.

Agenda

  • Welcome and Introductions – 15 minutes
  • See the Skill in Action – 10 minutes
  • Testing Predictions Using Models Video-Based Learning Module
  • Hands-On Learning – 40 minutes
  • Crayon Rock Cycle
  • Debrief – 15 minutes
  • Conclusion – 2 minutes

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Staff Development Guides are available as downloadable PDF files. Guides include everything needed to conduct the professional development session, including handouts and links to the video-based learning module and hands-on learning activities. Click the link below to download this guide.

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