What is Balanced Science Instruction?
The Georgia Standards of Excellence(GSE) were designed are with a purpose, setting the standard for what students should know and be able to do across K-12 science. A major difference between the GSE and previous science standards is “three-dimensional” (3D) learning or Balanced Science Instruction. 3D learning refers to the intentional integration of three distinct dimensions: Scientific and Engineering Practices (SEPs), Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs), and Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs). Through 3D learning, the GSE emphasize that science is not just a series of isolated facts. This enables students to view science more as an interrelated world of inquiry and phenomena rather than a static set of science disciplines. The GSE represent a fundamental shift in science education and require a new approach to teaching science. Looking ahead, teachers can use a range of strategies to engage students and create opportunities to demonstrate thinking and learning.
3 Dimensions of ScienceScience and Engineering Practices Disciplinary Core Ideas
Cross Cutting Concepts
The Science Georgia Standards of Excellence drive instruction. Hands-on, student-centered, and inquiry-based approaches should be the emphasis of instruction. The standards are a required minimum set of expectations that show proficiency in science.
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Phenomena in Science
Phenomena ResourcesGeorgia Science Teachers Association
This collection of phenomena is correlated with the Georgia Standards of Excellence. New submissions are updated monthly. |
WHAT ARE PHENOMENA IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING?Natural phenomena are observable events that occur in the universe and that we can use our science knowledge to explain or predict. The goal of building knowledge in science is to develop general ideas, based on evidence, that can explain and predict phenomena.
Engineering involves designing solutions to problems that arise from phenomena, and using explanations of phenomena to design solutions. o In this way, phenomena are the context for the work of both the scientist and the engineer. |
Science Workshop Model
The Science Workshop Model utilizes an instructional framework that includes an opening, work session and closing. This model also focuses on 3D Science, Phenomenon and centers to provide quality instruction to students.
Elementary Science Workshop Model On-Demand
Alana Davis
Does it seem like your science instruction time keeps getting less and less each year? In this session you will learn how to teach science through the Workshop Model that integrates 3-dimensional science, technology integration, and guided discussions in a shorter amount of time. You will also see how to access the awesome new Science Workshop Model lessons that have been created by Cobb Science Teachers!
Presenter Bio: Alana Davis is a 15 year educator who has a passion for 3-Dimensional science instruction in the classroom. She is a Georgia Science Ambassador and her role as the K-12 Science Professional Learning Specialist allows her to share her science instruction expertise with teachers across Cobb County. Alana was named the 2017 Georgia Science Teachers Association Elementary Teacher of the Year and is the GSTA District 3 Director representing science teachers in Cobb, Douglas, and Paulding Counties.
Presenter Bio: Alana Davis is a 15 year educator who has a passion for 3-Dimensional science instruction in the classroom. She is a Georgia Science Ambassador and her role as the K-12 Science Professional Learning Specialist allows her to share her science instruction expertise with teachers across Cobb County. Alana was named the 2017 Georgia Science Teachers Association Elementary Teacher of the Year and is the GSTA District 3 Director representing science teachers in Cobb, Douglas, and Paulding Counties.