Engineering in Science

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STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) is a hot topic in education lately. With the publishing of the Next Generation Science Standards, engineering has been brought to the forefront in science education with the adoption of Dimension 1, Practices of Science and Engineering. Topics, resource links and discussion of curricular strands related to engineering are emphasized in this blog. You may access these elements from the blog archive on the right. The Science Framework and Next Generation Science Standards are key to this process. I have embedded them in this blog and you may also follow links in the right side bar to find the original documents they refer to.

Sunday, June 1, 2014

HS-ESS1-2. Construct an explanation of the Big Bang theory based on astronomical evidence of light spectra, motion of distant galaxies, and composition of matter in the universe.

Evidence of the Big Bang

What is the Evidence of the Big Bang?

HS-ESS1-1. Develop a model based on evidence to illustrate the life span of the sun and the role of nuclear fusion in the sun’s core to release energy in the form of radiation.

Life of the Sun

Savage Sun

Summer Goals of this Blog

The content of this blog will focus on the Next Generation Science Standards for Earth Science. My endeavor for summer work will find our assessments for each of these standards and the resources to support them.

HS-ESS1 Earth's Place in the Universe

HS-ESS1-1.

Develop a model based on evidence to illustrate the life span of the sun and the role of nuclear fusion in the sun’s core to release energy in the form of radiation.

HS-ESS1-2.

Construct an explanation of the Big Bang theory based on astronomical evidence of light spectra, motion of distant galaxies, and composition of matter in the universe.

HS-ESS1-3.

Communicate scientific ideas about the way stars, over their life cycle, produce elements.

HS-ESS1-4.

Use mathematical or computational representations to predict the motion of orbiting objects in the solar system.

HS-ESS1-5.

Evaluate evidence of the past and current movements of continental and oceanic crust and the theory of plate tectonics to explain the ages of crustal rocks

HS-ESS1-6.

Apply scientific reasoning and evidence from ancient Earth materials, meteorites, and other planetary surfaces to construct an account of Earth’s formation and early history.

HS-ESS2-1.

Develop a model to illustrate how Earth’s internal and surface processes operate at different spatial and temporal scales to form continental and ocean-floor features.

Curricular Strand

The Curricular Strand was chosen for the purpose of fulfilling a need in the science department to fulfill a gap looking at the Science Framework and connections to the technical school within our academic courses.

In "A Framework for K-12 Science Education" and the "Next Generation Science Standards" Dimension 1 is Scientific and Engineering Practices. This lays the foundation for all the science framework and has been overlooked in our school in the science department. The freshman year is a key area where engineering focus could be integrated.

The purpose of this resource blog is to facilitate the strengthening of this dimension in our school.

NETS Teacher Standards

1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity

d. Model collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in learning with students, colleagues, and others in face-to-face and virtual environments

This Blog seks to inspire learning and creativity through science and engineering. This is a key concept of engaging students and teachers in this new curriculum strand. The virtual dialog available here may augment the traditional department meeting.

3. Model Digital Age Work and Learning

d. Model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning.

These information resources are key to digital age work and learning. Teaching was changed forever with the inception of the internet and online resources. This concept is not with out dilema, what is a good source and how do we know items that will not fit within this framework? Sorting by practice and then submitting them for peer review will support new learning and better practice.

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Monday, June 2, 2014

HS-ESS1-6. Apply scientific reasoning and evidence from ancient Earth materials, meteorites, and other planetary surfaces to construct an account of Earth’s formation and early history.

HS-ESS1-5. Evaluate evidence of the past and current movements of continental and oceanic crust and the theory of plate tectonics to explain the ages of crustal rocks

HS-ESS1-4. Use mathematical or computational representations to predict the motion of orbiting objects in the solar system.

HS-ESS1-3. Communicate scientific ideas about the way stars, over their life cycle, produce elements.