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Join us for an engaging discussion unravels the magic of science education through storytelling and phenomenon-based learning. This episode highlights the significance of cultivating curiosity and how integrating real-world events into the curriculum can transform student engagement. Our hosts share practical strategies for creating effective storylines, emphasizing that students' intellectual resources should not only be acknowledged but actively utilized.
As we navigate through the complexities of teaching younger students, we focus on how to create an environment that welcomes exploration rather than rote memorization. With insights from seasoned educators, this episode emphasizes the importance of fostering a supportive space where students feel free to articulate their ideas and wonderings—turning missteps into valuable teaching moments. Join us as we champion a dynamic approach to science education that empowers learners to ask questions and seek answers, ensuring that their experience in the classroom fuels their long-lasting passion for learning. Tune in and be part of the conversation—let's redefine what it means to teach and learn science effectively! Don’t forget to subscribe and share the ChangED podcast!

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Selecting Phenomena to Motivate Student Sense-making
The NSTA Atlas of the Three Dimensions

Unpacking the Crosscutting Concepts with a new NSTA Quick-Reference Guide to the Three Dimensions

NSTA's Trilogy of Guides to the Three Dimensions
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