October 2025 In October, the Cracking Chemistry Working Group gathered twice to explore practical strategies for aligning classroom activities with the new Regents chemistry standards while keeping experiments affordable, engaging, and skill-focused. Teachers discussed creative ways to adapt required laboratory experiences and…
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For science teachers, teaching the periodic table can be a daunting task. It’s complex and full of information that is often seen as simultaneously simplistic and intimidating.
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Leaders: Kerry Kline, Chris Resch and Allan Powe Dates: Rescheduled for Oct 16, 23, and 30 at DNA Learning Center at City Tech in Brooklyn. Location: DNA Learning Center at City Tech (62 Tillary Street, Brooklyn, NY), and access via Zoom. In…
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In this workshop we will be using all three dimensions of NGSS to design a coherent and conceptual unit plan that will foster enduring understanding of not only content but the big ideas in science. By the end of the workshop you…
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“I have been practicing this Modeling thing for a few years now but I want to take my skills to the next level.” “I am having trouble adapting what I learned about Modeling to my lessons. I wish I had someone to…
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_wp_text]During this one-week introduction to the principles of active learning in STEM, we’ll introduce several strategies such as facilitating student discourse, modeling, multiple representations in problem solving, and curriculum design. We will explore these ideas by investigating content from several cross-cutting-concepts within…
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