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    Joining the Conversation on Universal Design for Learning

    Curious to know what Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is and what it looks like in a science classroom? Join PhD Science® SeniorImplementation Support Specialist Jen...

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    A Bird’s Eye View: Knowledge Building Across Grade Levels

    PhD Science® students build knowledge coherently across modules and grade levels, leading to deep conceptual understanding. Join PhD Science Senior Implementation...

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    An Inside Look at Cross-Content Connections in PhD Science 

    How do butterflies survive over time in a changing environment? This is an essential question that PhD Science® Level 3 students dive into. Students in this module...

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    Featured Implementation Support Getting Started - PhD Science

    Joining the Conversation on Universal Design for Learning

    March 20, 2023
    Curious to know what Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is and what it looks like in a science classroom? Join PhD Science® SeniorImplementation...
    Students writing in class with teacher's guidance
    Featured Implementation Support Getting Started - PhD Science knowledge building

    A Bird’s Eye View: Knowledge Building Across Grade Levels

    February 16, 2023
    PhD Science® students build knowledge coherently across modules and grade levels, leading to deep conceptual understanding. Join PhD Science Senior...
    Girl writing in class with other students in the background
    Featured Implementation Support Getting Started - PhD Science Cross-Content

    An Inside Look at Cross-Content Connections in PhD Science 

    January 19, 2023
    How do butterflies survive over time in a changing environment? This is an essential question that PhD Science® Level 3 students dive into. Students...
    Scientific Models in the K–5 Classroom
    Featured Implementation Support Getting Started - PhD Science

    Scientific Models in the K–5 Classroom: What’s the Buzz?

    December 15, 2022
    Developing and using models is one of the Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs). Join PhD Science® Implementation Support Specialist Genie Albina...
    How to Boost Scientific Discourse in Your Classroom in 4 Easy Steps
    Featured Implementation Support Getting Started - PhD Science

    How to Boost Scientific Discourse in Your Classroom in 4 Easy Steps

    November 10, 2022
    Have you been looking to boost scientific discourse in your classroom? We’ve got some tips to take your classroom conversations to the next level....
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    Featured Science High-Quality Curriculum Getting Started - PhD Science

    The Makings of a High-Quality Science Curriculum

    October 17, 2022
    When it comes time to adopt a new program in your school or district, the process can feel quite overwhelming. You want to make the right decision...
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    Student Engagement Featured Science High-Quality Curriculum Getting Started - PhD Science

    Embracing Student-Centered Instruction

    October 17, 2022
    When students feel like they have a voice in how their learning takes place, they often take additional initiative and engage more in lessons and...
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    Featured Science High-Quality Curriculum Getting Started - PhD Science

    Differentiation with Universal Design in Mind: Emphasis on All Learners

    October 17, 2022
    Equity should be prioritized as a central component in all educational improvement efforts. The 2018 Pew Center report on Diversity and...
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    Featured Science High-Quality Curriculum Getting Started - PhD Science

    Breaking Down the Next Generation Science Standards

    October 17, 2022
    NGSS, PE, DCI, CCC/CC, SEP. Do these abbreviations sound familiar but also look a bit like alphabet soup? There are many acronyms to keep up with...
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    Featured Implementation Support Back to School Getting Started - PhD Science

    How Do Authentic Assessments Help Teachers Identify Student Growth?

    October 17, 2022
    Assessing student progress is key for student development and teacher planning. PhD Science® uses three-dimensional, phenomenon-based tasks to assess...
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    Featured Implementation Support Back to School Getting Started - PhD Science

    Materials Kits Support Our Hands-On Investigations

    September 9, 2022
    Our specially designed materials kits contain the supplies needed to implement the PhD Science® investigations and activities in all four modules of...
    Featured Implementation Support Back to School Getting Started - PhD Science

    Beginning of the Year Routine Building

    August 8, 2022
    Fresh notebooks, new bookbags, and sharpened pencils can only mean one thing—it’s back to school season. As you make the transition back into the...

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