114 What To Do When Your Science Curriculum Isn't Built for 3D

Your district adopted a science curriculum. You hoped it would be well aligned with the NGSS. But, after reviewing it, you realized it wasn't built for 3D learning. You aren't alone.

This week we answer this question from Kim in California. The name of the publisher she mention has been removed because we believe the problems she is discussing are not unique to this particular publisher.

Kim says "I am a 7th and 8th-grade science teacher. Our district adopted [an integrated curriculum]. As a team, we don't love the program. The spiral organization doesn't really make sense and the SEPs and CCCs don't seem smoothly integrated. Do you have suggestions on how to adapt or utilize [this curriculum] specifically or adopted curricula in general? Thanks!"
Check out the full episode recap here.
Once you've listened, here is an episode for each of the things you can choose to work on:

• Science and Engineering Practices
• Disciplinary Core Ideas
• Crosscutting Concepts
• Phenomena
• Discovery-Based Learning

Other Resources:

• How to Create Engaging Storylines - Erin's Blog Post
• FREE 3d Lesson Planner - Sadler Science
• Nicole's Free Bringing Wonder Back Workshop

You're invited to check out Bring Wonder Back, an on-demand video series designed to help you take your first steps to transforming your students into scientists with 3D teaching practices — what the NGSS is all about! Access this video series at iexplorescience.com/wonder and get ready to bring wonder, engagement, and a love for learning back to your science class.

Are you looking for a quick, easy and FREE way to improve your lessons? Download Erin's 3D Lesson Planner. Then, all you have to do is write down what you are already doing in class. Then, she will send you instructions for EASY next steps. Click here to grab this FREE download.

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