Monthly Archives: July 2020

Phenomena for All Science Discipline

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Alecia

Here is a running list of science phenomena and applicable topics that can be taught: Life Science Diabetes: sugar regulation; water regulation; gene regulation Sickle cell: gene mutation; gene expression; gene therapy; recessive disease Cancer: mutation; anaerobic respiration; asexual reproduction Freckles: … Continue reading →

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Checklist_Modeling in Jamboard

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Alecia

I have been participating in modeling workshops using Jamboard this summer and these are strategies that I discovered that should decrease cognitive load for students: Share an introduction video with students of how to use Jamboard Provide a gif file … Continue reading →

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Distance Learning Resources for Teaching Middle School Science

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Alecia

Here is a running list of resources for teaching middle school science: For Instruction: OpenSciEd has ready to use lesson plans Explore Learning Gizmos has no prep required simulated lab activities PhET Interactive Simulations has simulations with sample worksheets that … Continue reading →

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3D Protocol for Blended Learning Instruction

Posted on July 21, 2020 by Alecia

I have synthesized the following 3D protocol based journals and books I have read and workshops that I have attended: Start with a phenomenon and have students do the following: Observe and record the components of the system [5mins] Select 3 … Continue reading →

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Checklist_Criteria for Assessing Blended Learning

Posted on July 18, 2020 by Alecia

Here is a running list of research-based strategies to consider when designing assessment for blended learning Design for responses that ask students to transform knowledge: create, design, argue, justify, evaluate, etc Use proficiency descriptors instead of percentage when grading: emerging, developing, … Continue reading →

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Checklist_Tips for Creating an Online Course

Posted on July 11, 2020 by Alecia

23 Research-based strategies for creating an online course that supports diverse learners: Use consistent layout amongst teachers working on a team to help students navigate resources quickly and easily Design with consideration for students with colorblindness Use tools built into … Continue reading →

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Checklist: Awesome Tools for Distance Learning

Posted on July 5, 2020 by Alecia

Here are some awesome tools that I discovered this summer and how I am going to use them in 2020-2021: Jamboard is an interactive whiteboard that is part of the GSuite Family. I will use the sticky note to collect and … Continue reading →

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