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Designing Phenomena-based Science Units: Using Crosscutting Concepts to Deepen Learning
EDU T268D

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Description

This course focuses on designing equitable and standards-aligned science learning experiences for all students. Students collaboratively plan authentic science units, which doubles as a professional educator portfolio, integrating social justice principles and exploring how to make the Next Generation Science Standards accessible and relevant for diverse learners. Through a curriculum literacy framework and data analysis, students internalize, develop, implement, and refine instructional materials that incorporate crosscutting concepts and tools for authentic science inquiry. Core topics include understanding science as sociocultural, promoting justice in the classroom, and continuously improving instruction to ensure equitable outcomes for all students through inquiry-focused learning experiences that bridge scientific concepts across disciplines.

School Graduate School of Education
Credits 2
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Department Education
Course Component Regular Course
Instruction Mode In Person
Subject Education
Grading Basis HGSE Letter Graded
Learning Goals [SMK.1] Uses evidence-based pedagogical practices that enable all students to develop and apply grade-level knowledge and skills in relevant, real-world contexts. [SMK.2] Supports students in making connections between the subject matter and real-world issues impacting their communities and the world. [SMK.3] Understands the importance of this difference in planning, differentiating, and delivering effective instruction, especially for English learners at varying levels of English language proficiency and literacy. [HES.3] Provides flexible and responsive supports, scaffolds, and tools to meet students' needs. [HES.6] Supports all students to develop self-awareness and skills for independent learning. Understand how the crosscutting concepts help students deepen their understanding of disciplinary core ideas Design and implement instruction that is authentic, relevant, and accessible to ALL students Engage in collaborative coaching teams to share perspectives and ideas, reflect and share feedback, and analyze outcomes to help us grow in our practice and meet our professional goals Understand that scientific ways of knowing are cultural and inherently political and how to promote justice in a science classroom
Career Focus <p>Middle and High School Science Teacher</p>