Science Series

Science in Practice

The Next Generation Science Standards, finalized in April 2013, call for bringing greater depth to K-12 students’ understanding of the subject and asking them to apply knowledge through the practices of scientific inquiry and engineering design, among other elements. Education Week takes a special look at implementation issues in this two-part series, Science in Practice.

Third graders Pauline Helger, left, and Hayley Morrow observe the underside of a crayfish in their classroom at Ranger Elementary School in Tiverton, R.I.
Third graders Pauline Helger, left, and Hayley Morrow observe the underside of a crayfish in their classroom at Ranger Elementary School in Tiverton, R.I.
Gretchen Ertl for Education Week
Teaching Teachers Gear Up for Science Standards
Even though only one state has adopted the standards, some teachers have already scrapped old lessons and instructional styles to embrace new ones.
May 22, 2013
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9 min read
Standards Science Framework Seen as Valued Resource for Educators
The blueprint for the standards writers, the framework provides a reader-friendly accompaniment to the "technical document."
May 22, 2013
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2 min read
Standards Common Science Standards Face Capacity Issues
Investment needs for teacher training, curriculum materials, and assessments are likely to slow the pace of implementation.
May 14, 2013
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11 min read
Standards Informal Science Sector Aims to Play Standards Role
Institutions such as zoos and museums, as well as after-school programs and science competitions, could relieve capacity concerns.
May 14, 2013
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3 min read