2013-14ProfessionalDevelopmentCatalog

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Preparing for the New Science Standards:
A Focus on the Science Practices of Modeling, Explanation and Argument
What do the science practices of modeling, explanation, and argument from evidence,
look like in the classroom and how can I design activities to implement these
practices in my instruction?
To align with the the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and the Framework for K-12 Science
Education, there will need to be a fundamental change in the way we teach science.A major change in
instruction will involve a new emphasis on the process of science, with the integration of the eight Science
Practices with the Core Ideas. These Science Practices have clarified the elements of scientific inquiry
and are part of the Performance Expectations described in the NGSS. This workshop will address three of
the Science Practices in depth: Developing and Using Models, Constructing Explanations, and Engaging
in Argument from Evidence. After a brief introduction to the Framework and NGSS, teachers will:
• Learn about the practices of modeling, explanation, and argument, and what these practices look like
in the classroom
• Design a CER activity (claim, evidence, and reasoning) that includes argument and also involves
students in using a model
• Choose one core idea in the new Standards that is appropriate for their grade level and develop
activities linked to their core idea that involve these three practices.
PARTICIPANTS: Elementary teachers, science teachers, science curriculum coordinators/directors
DATE/TIME: Nov 14 2013 8:30AM - 3:00PM
COST: $142 for Curriculum Center Members; $163 Curriculum Center Non Members
LOCATION: Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES; Yorktown Heights, NY; School Services Building
FACILITATOR: Myrna Klotzkin is a scientist and science educator, who served as the K-12 Science Director
at the North Shore School District for 13 years. She is Emeritus Professor of Chemistry (Manhattanville
College), with a Ph.D. from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and is the author of several research
publications. At North Shore Schools, Dr. Klotzkin chaired the high school and middle school science
departments and supervised teachers at all levels. She guided her teachers in the development of a fully
articulated K-12 science curriculum, and provided staff development at all levels of science instruction.
Presently, Dr. Klotzkin teaches professional development workshops and is a Putnam/Northern Westchester
BOCES on-site consultant in all areas of science education, focusing this year on preparing teachers for
the Next Generation Science Standards. She is available to provide onsite consultation.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
REGISTRATION REQUIRED BY: 10/31/2013
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