Thursday, August 6, 2015

The Science Of Teaching Science!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6dyNTnSopdgye2gQBVSNVg
Hey Science friends,
As teachers we prepare to greet classrooms full of new faces in the coming weeks, many of us turn to professional development opportunities to refresh and strengthen our skills for the year ahead. Recognizing the challenges of traditional professional development tools, which often require significant investments of both time and money, the Smithsonian Science Education Center (SSEC) launched Good Thinking!: The Science of Teaching Science in June — a free, engaging and entertaining web series designed to support science educators. The series addresses the need for accessible professional development tools that help teachers break down barriers to understanding scientific principles and enhance their classroom skills.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6dyNTnSopdgye2gQBVSNVg
 A first-of-its-kind series, Good Thinking! comprises short, animated videos that explore pedagogical ideas across a range of subject-matter topics such as natural selection, energy, and the water cycle as well as cognitive research findings on topics like student motivation, the myths of learning styles, and left- and right-brained people.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6dyNTnSopdgye2gQBVSNVg
Good Thinking! shines a light on the pedagogical challenges teachers face, and provides solid, science-based ideas that keep their teaching on track. The series enhances K-8 science education and deepens understanding of STEM topics, for teachers and students alike.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6dyNTnSopdgye2gQBVSNVg
 Join me as we explore a little about the Science of teaching Science
with the Smithsonian Science Education Center!
 

2 comments:

  1. Thank you so much for posting this. I am switching to science and math this year and am at a loss! This looks like it will help me get my science on!

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  2. For my science methods class in college we have to provide 2 educational science websites that are helpful to teachers. I found this website so interesting. The videos are super kid friendly and interesting to listen to. Do you incorporate the videos into your classroom? Did you kids enjoy them? Have you purchased any of the kits yet? Thank you for posting this! It is very useful!

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