The , finalized in April 2013, call for bringing greater depth to K-12 students’ understanding of the subject and asking them to apply knowledge through the practices of scientific inquiry and engineering design, among other elements. °ÄÃÅÅܹ·ÂÛ̳ takes a special look at implementation issues in this two-part series, Science in Practice.
Teaching
Teachers Gear Up for Science Standards
Even though only one state has adopted the standards, some teachers have already scrapped old lessons and instructional styles to embrace new ones.
Standards & Accountability
Science Framework Seen as Valued Resource for Educators
The blueprint for the standards writers, the framework provides a reader-friendly accompaniment to the "technical document."
Standards & Accountability
Common Science Standards Face Capacity Issues
Investment needs for teacher training, curriculum materials, and assessments are likely to slow the pace of implementation.
Standards & Accountability
Informal Science Sector Aims to Play Standards Role
Institutions such as zoos and museums, as well as after-school programs and science competitions, could relieve capacity concerns.