Life Science education is often associated with memorization. But does it have to be? The Life Sciences is a subject rich in anchoring models that all tie together and build off each other and create a rich story of interactions and scale! Recent shifts in pedagogical research, NGSS/NYS Regents standards have caused movement towards this more conceptually based approach to biology education.
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Explore active learning strategies for deepening understanding of crucial concepts in environmental and sustainability science!
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If you have started using Standards Based Grading in your classes, this workshop is for you. You have doubtlessly encountered many questions about implementation, workload, objectives, assessments, reassessments, grade conversions, equity, philosophical underpinnings
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December 2024 In December, the Cracking Chemistry working group focused on engaging strategies to teach key chemistry concepts through hands-on experiments, real-world applications, and collaborative learning. Participants shared methods for exploring atomic structure, including a flame test activity where students investigate how…
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December 2024 The Regents Biology Working Group, an evolution of the Living Environment Working Group, continued its efforts to support educators teaching the new New York Biology Regents. Meeting throughout the Fall, the group offered virtual support sessions and hands-on, in-person labs….
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Series package ticket that includes monthly virtual support sessions only. Meets first Tuesday of the month, January through April 2025. Life Science New Regents – Mapping the new labs to your curriculum. Monthly Virtual Sessions Led by Chris Resch, Qiao Feng, and…
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