Qualities of an Aligned Lesson

Aligning Content and

Process

Aligning Content and Process

Science and Technology, Scientific Inquiry and Scientific Ways of Knowing are standards that describe how to do science through experiments and investigations. The content of scientific explorations is drawn from Earth and Space Sciences, Life Sciences and Physical Sciences standards.

Aligning Content and Process“It has been proposed that integrated instructional units connect laboratory experiences with other types of science learning activities...........framing research questions, making observations, designing and executing experiments, gathering and analyzing data, and constructing scientific arguments and explanations.”- America’s Lab Report: Investigations in High School Science, National Research Council (2006 p.4)

Aligning Content and Process

“Laboratory experiences provide opportunities for students to interact directly with the material world (or with data drawn from the material world), using the tools, data collection techniques, models, and theories of science.”- America’s Lab Report: Investigations in High School Science, National Research Council (2006 p.3)

Aligning Content and ProcessGoals of Laboratory Experiences• Enhancing mastery of subject matter• Developing scientific reasoning• Developing practical skills• Understanding the nature of science• Cultivating interest in science• Developing teamwork abilities- America’s Lab Report: Investigations in High School Science, National Research Council (2006 p.3)

Aligning Content and Process

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Science Process Integration Points to Consider.