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“As to science itself, it can only grow.”Galileo Galilei |
| Arizona Science Standard |
| Science Standard Articulated by Grade LevelCommon Core ELA Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects In each of the following documents, the first column includes the Common Core ELA Standards for Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects. The second column provides additional explanation of the standards and examples of how each standard could be taught in the classroom.
Next Generation Science Standards Information and Updates. |
| ADE Professional Development Opportunities |
Building Classroom Discourse Communities – An Introduction to Classroom Implementation of the Arizona 2010 ELA (Common Core) Standards for Science and Technical Subjects
Science WebinHour Schedule (all webinars take place from 3:30-4:30 MST)
NSTA 2012 Area Conference in Phoenix (December 6-8, 2012) |
| Science Assessment Information |
AIMS
Other Science Assessment Information NAEP Profile for Arizona – Grade 4 NAEP Profile for Arizona – Grade 8 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) |
| Arizona Science Certification and HQT Information |
| AEPA (Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessments) Study Guides Arizona’s Model for Identifying Highly Qualified Teachers and Paraprofessionals |
| Science Course Requirements and Recommended Instructional Time |
| High School Graduation Requirements High School Graduation Requirements (as adopted on 12/10/07) Table of High School Course Requirements (as adopted on 12/10/07) Recommended Instructional Time (elementary) |
| ADE Developed Science Resources |
| Pandemic Curriculum in Language Arts and Mathematics Content-Rich Support Materials These materials include reading passages, integrated reading lessons, trade book lessons, and links to science lessons that have been aligned to the Arizona Science Standard for grades K-8.
English Language Development Strategies for Science Content |
| Response to Intervention |
| Science Response to Intervention page |
| Current Research and Publications |
| Atlas for Science Literacy This book features visual maps of science content from K to 12, and helps schools and districts with science curriculum development.Benchmarks for Science Literacy Developed by the Project 2061, the Benchmarks look at adjusting science curriculum to essential elements with a goal of having all graduates scientifically literate by 2061.Curriculum Topic Study Curriculum Topic Study is an NSF-funded project that is developing a coordinated set of science materials to help K-12 educators deepen their understanding of the important science topics they teach. CTS builds a bridge between state and national standards, research on students’ ideas in science, and opportunities for students to learn science through improved teacher practice.Designing Optimal Knowledge for Teaching Science and Mathematics (pdf) This paper examines reform proposals for K-12 science and mathematics teaching, including Literature that delineates the varieties of knowledge that have been associated with this kind of teaching. This paper addresses the character of that knowledge rather than the content of that knowledge.EDThoughts: What We Know About Science Teaching and LearningHow Students Learn: Science in the ClassroomMaking Sense of Secondary Science: Research into Children’s IdeasNational Science Education Standards Developed in coordination with the National Academies of Science, the NSES look at revising science teaching and learning.National Association for Research in Science Teaching The National Association for Research in Science Teaching (NARST) is a worldwide organization of professionals committed to the improvement of science teaching and learning through research.Science for All Americans On-Line Developed by the Project 2061, this book consists of a set of recommendations on what understandings and ways of thinking are essential for all citizens in a world shaped by science and technology.Science and Safety: It’s Elementary (pdf) An Elementary Safety Guide produced by the Council of State Science Supervisors.Science and Safety, Making the Connection (pdf) A Secondary Safety Guide produced by the Council of State Science Supervisors.National Science Chemistry Lab Safety Guide (pdf) |
| Grants and Awards |
| Arizona Future City Competition Mathematics and Science Partnership Grant PAEMST – Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching |
| Links to Science Resources |
| Please note: While the following sites have been identified as containing quality information for science education, teachers need to review individual materials for content quality and alignment.Arizona resources and programs Document contains links to Arizona resources and programs, such as parks, museums, and organizations connected to science education.American Association for the Advancement of Science Advances science around the world by serving as an educator, leader, spokesperson and professional association.Annenberg Media Learner.org Annenberg Media uses media and telecommunications to advance excellent teaching in American schools.ARS News and Information Research news, science for kids, and images from the Agricultural Research Service.BioLEAP Lending Library of Life Science Materials The National Anti-Vivisection Society provides a comprehensive library of dissection alternatives that includes high-relief, three dimensional plastic models, computer software programs, color transparencies, videotapes and other materials for a wide range of species. These materials are available on a free loan basis to students, teachers, school boards and others interested in advancing science education without harming animals.The Biology Project An interactive resource for learning about biology concepts, sponsored by the University of Arizona.The Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education CIESE sponsors and designs interdisciplinary projects that teachers throughout the world can use to enhance their curriculum through compelling use of the Internet.Digital Library for Earth System Education The Digital Library for Earth System Education (DLESE), sponsored by the National Science Foundation, includes lesson plans, maps, images, data sets, visualizations, assessment activities, curriculum, online courses, and more.Federal Resources for Educational Excellence Provides a database that links to free teaching and learning resources developed by federal agencies.Harvard University Teacher Resource Website Provides content modules for teaching about density, pressure, simple circuits, and ecosystems.International System of Units (SI) The International System of Units, abbreviated SI, is the modern metric system of measurement. This site provides a list of the 7 base units, derived units, and their symbols.Modeling Instruction Program at Arizona State University Portal page to the Modeling Theory of Physics Instruction program.Modeling for Understanding in Science Education (MUSE) Provides numerous research-based, math oriented science units, complete with instructional materials, instructions, and rationale. National Institute for Science Education NASA Spacelink National Academy of Sciences National Science Digital Library National Science Foundation National Science Teachers Association – Learning Center NCREL Science Revolution in Earth and Space Science Education Science Notebooks The Smithsonian Institution Home Page The Tree of Life Home Page Understanding Evolution – An evolution site for teachers USGS – Education |
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| Contact Information |
| Lacey Wieser K-12 Science Education Specialist High Academic Standards for Students Arizona Department of Education Phone: 602-364-2332 Fax: 602-364-0902 |
