Middle school students come to the classroom with preconceptions about how the world works. There is a growing body of research showing if we do not gather and interpret evidence of students’ thinking, they will not build a bridge from their existing ideas to new concepts and information. So how do we uncover student ideas in science – and – what do we do once they’re revealed?
Join us as we learn how to use formative assessment to uncover and analyze student thinking about key science concepts; practice formative assessment strategies that inform teaching and deepen students’ understanding of science content; and apply techniques that integrate assessment with the NGSS Science and Engineering Practices and CCSS Literacy Capacities.
