Science Resources

Instruction

Tools to design instruction that supports all students to meet Iowa Core expectations in science.

• Understanding and Implementing the Science Standards
• Instructional Planning and Teaching
• Early Childhood
• Supporting the Science and Engineering Practices

• Assessment

Tools to engage in assessment for learning and assessment of learning the Iowa Core in science.

• Assessment in Science

Professional Development

Tools to use in professional development in science.

• The Implementation Map for Administrators, Coaches and Teachers (IMpACT) is a tool designed as a self-reflection to assist in determination of the level of implementation of the Iowa Science Standards and the five innovations of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
• STEM Smart Brief - Provides information on research and promising practices in teaching and learning under the Next Generation Science Standards.
• Professional development for the Iowa Science Standards, and resources from the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), and education partners