The Need for New Standards
Why did we need new science standards?
There is no doubt that science – and therefore, science education – is central to the lives of all Americans. Never before has our world been so complex and scientific literacy is critical to making sense of it all. Science is also at the heart of America’s ability to continue innovating, leading, and creating jobs for the future. That’s why all students – regardless of whether they pursue college or STEM careers – should have access to a high-quality K-12 science education.
Through a collaborative, state-led process, new K-12 science standards have been developed that are rich in both content and practice, and arranged in a coherent manner across disciplines and grades to provide all students an internationally benchmarked science education. The NGSS were released in 2013 and are being implemented in states and districts across the nation.
TASK: After watching the video and reading the Grade -band and Dimensions 2 provide a 1 page reflection that reflects your understanding of these documents used for teaching quality inquiry science lessons.
