Ngss middle school

We’ve all heard of Common Core. Most of us have also heard of Next Generation Science Standards* (NGSS). So what is the story? What

How can you create simple storylines to engage students in online learning? Develop simple storylines that incorporate the most important elements of the NGSS.

How to engage students in science - This is a topic that I get questions about a lot from teachers. How do you engage your...

In this blog post I'm sharing a great list of free websites where you can find seed ideas for science phenomena to teach to the NGSS!

What does adopting the NGSS mean for the content you teach? When it comes to the NGSS and content, I hear time and again — "where is all the content?" Teachers

Where Can You Find Anchor Phenomena? It takes time and a LOT of thought to identify a great anchor for a unit, so don't think you have to get it perfect the

Improve your understanding and use of the Science and Engineering Practices on the day to day by understanding the purpose of each practice.

I remember when I got a job at my current school and I was told that the school followed the Next Generation Science Standards*. I had done a decent bit of

If you've been following along, we are diving into designing instructional sequences (aka lesson plans) using the 5E Model. Engage, Explore, and now EXPLAIN.