Science Professional Resources

Research and Publications
A Framework for K-12 Science Education This document developed by the National Academies of Science’s Board on Science Education outlines a vision for K-12 Science education, focusing on 3-dimensional learning. American Association for the Advancement of Science Advances science around the world by serving as an educator, leader, spokesperson and professional association 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. National Academy of Sciences Provides latest research and policy in science, engineering, and medicine. 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. National Science Foundation Includes information about the agency, its programs, and its publications; details of NSF grants; and links to other science-related research centers NCREL Science Provides research articles on policy and best practices for mathematics and science education issues. 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.

General Science Assessment Information
National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), also known as “the Nation’s Report Card,” is the only nationally representative and continuing assessment of what America’s students know and can do in various subject areas. NAEP Profile for Arizona – Grade 4 NAEP Profile for Arizona – Grade 8 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) TIMSS, formerly known as the Third International Mathematics and Science Study) provides reliable and timely data on the mathematics and science achievement of U.S. students compared to that of students in other countries.

Professional Organizations
General Science Arizona Science Teachers Association National Science Teachers Association Association for Science Teacher Education Council for Elementary Science International National Institute for Science Education National Middle Level Science Teachers’ Association National Science Education Leadership Association School Science and Mathematics Association Physics Arizona section of American Association of Physics Teachers American Association of Physics Teachers American Institute of Physics- Education Division American Physical Society Forum on Education American Society for Engineering Education
Chemistry American Chemical Society, Education Home Page
Biology Arizona Association for Environmental Education American Institute of Biological Sciences Association for Biology Laboratory Education National Association of Biology Teachers North American Association for Environmental Education
Earth and Space Association for Astronomy Education National Association of Geoscience Teachers National Earth Science Teachers Association American Astronomical Society American Geological Institute – Education Department Geological Society of America – Geoscience Education Division National Space Society