New Book from NSTA Press Helps Science Teachers to Empower Students to Use Their Knowledge, Not Just Memorize Facts
2024年6月24日 - 11:00PM
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NSTA Press has published a new book centered around helping
teachers create tasks that guide students to go beyond memorizing
facts by empowering them to use their knowledge and understanding
during assessments. More than just another set of guidelines,
Creating and Using Instructionally Supportive Assessments in NGSS
Classrooms provides a step-by-step pathway for creating tasks that
support, engage, and encourage students in Next Generation Science
Standards (NGSS) classrooms.
This book is an essential tool for any teacher looking to spark
a love for science, whether you’re a seasoned curriculum developer
or just starting out. NSTA’s Chief of Publications and Digital
Products, Cathy Iammartino says, “We are excited to introduce
'Creating and Using Instructionally Supportive Assessments in NGSS
Classrooms,' a groundbreaking addition to our educational
resources. Our goal is to empower teachers with the knowledge and
skills to create meaningful assessment experiences that drive
student engagement and achievement in science education, and this
book aligns with that mission.”
The book is built with the NGSS in mind and the Next Generation
Science Assessment design is centered around the three dimensions
of science learning: disciplinary core ideas, crosscutting
concepts, and science and engineering practices. Including sample
assessment tasks, rubrics, and dimension maps, this publication
encourages creativity and innovation in both students and teachers
and serves as a valuable resource for instructors of grades K–12.
Veteran author and distinguished professor, Joseph Krajcik writes,
“We wrote 'Creating and Using Instructionally Supportive
Assessments in NGSS Classrooms' to help teachers navigate the
complexities of assessment within the NGSS framework. Our aim is to
equip educators with the tools to create assessments that not only
evaluate student progress but also actively support and enhance
learning.”
This September, join us for a four-part professional book study
for K-12 teachers, hosted by Creating and Using Instructionally
Supportive Assessments in NGSS Classrooms authors Joseph Krajcik
and Christopher Harris. Learn how to create your own assessment
tasks that can be used in instructionally supportive ways and
immerse yourself in the NGSA design process.
For any additional information, to preview a sample chapter from
this title, or to purchase a copy of Creating and Using
Instructionally Supportive Assessments in NGSS Classrooms, visit
the NSTA Bookstore. To order by phone, call 800-277-5300 between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m. ET weekdays. The book is priced at $49.99 and
discount-priced for NSTA members at $39.99. (Stock # PB462X; ISBN #
978-1-68140-704-3)
About NSTA
The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is a vibrant
community of 35,000 science educators and professionals committed
to best practices in teaching science and its impact on student
learning. NSTA offers high-quality science resources and continuous
learning so that science educators grow professionally and excel in
their career. For new and experienced teachers alike, the NSTA
community offers the opportunity to network with like-minded peers
at the national level, connect with mentors and leading
researchers, and learn from the best in the field. For more
information, visit www.nsta.org, or follow NSTA on X, formerly
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Kate Falk, NSTA (703) 312-9211 kfalk@nsta.org