Science
Introduction
The model curriculum provides a framework for the development of a more detailed local curriculum. The courses and units were developed through the work of consortia of practicing teachers, science supervisors, and higher education faculty. Each unit of instruction includes a guiding question, a unit overview, estimated number of instructional days necessary to complete the unit, and Student Learning Objectives. The educators who developed the second edition of the model science curriculum included the following sections to assist others in transforming their classrooms to meet or exceed the demands of the new science standards.
Unit Sequence (including concepts and formative assessments) | Research on Learning | Sample Open Education Resources |
What it Looks Like in the Classroom | Prior Learning | Teacher Professional Learning Resources (in K-5 courses) |
Connecting ELA/Literacy and Math | Future Learning | Appendix A: NGSS and Foundation Boxes |
Modifications | Connections to Other Units |
'Cereal City Science has all the tools and training needed to teach the Next Generation Science Standards using 3-Dimensional, multiple literacy practices. My students are so engaged and look forward to science every day. I’ve seen an increase in the use of science vocabulary and practices in their daily lives. Learning activities embedded in units are rich and offer great scope for teachers to learn from students, with students and about student learning of science. Search by unit title or keyword: Filter by: Year Foundation Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6.
Please note that Administrative Code requires that the local curriculum include, but is not limited to:
- A pacing guide;
- A list of core instructional materials, including various levels of texts at each grade level;
- Benchmark assessments; and
- Modifications for special education students, for ELLs in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:15, for students at risk of school failure, and for gifted students.
Course Overviews (Standards Into Units)
Science
Introduction
The model curriculum provides a framework for the development of a more detailed local curriculum. The courses and units were developed through the work of consortia of practicing teachers, science supervisors, and higher education faculty. Each unit of instruction includes a guiding question, a unit overview, estimated number of instructional days necessary to complete the unit, and Student Learning Objectives. The educators who developed the second edition of the model science curriculum included the following sections to assist others in transforming their classrooms to meet or exceed the demands of the new science standards.
Unit Sequence (including concepts and formative assessments) | Research on Learning | Sample Open Education Resources |
What it Looks Like in the Classroom | Prior Learning | Teacher Professional Learning Resources (in K-5 courses) |
Connecting ELA/Literacy and Math | Future Learning | Appendix A: NGSS and Foundation Boxes |
Modifications | Connections to Other Units |
Science Units & Standards Miss E. Mac's Class Of
Science Units & Standards Miss E. Mac's Class A
Please note that Administrative Code requires that the local curriculum include, but is not limited to:
- A pacing guide;
- A list of core instructional materials, including various levels of texts at each grade level;
- Benchmark assessments; and
- Modifications for special education students, for ELLs in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6A:15, for students at risk of school failure, and for gifted students.
Science Units & Standards Miss E. Mac's Classic
Course Overviews (Standards Into Units)