Creating and Using Instructionally Supportive Assessments in NGSS Classrooms

Harris, Christopher J.

ISBN 10: 1681407043 / ISBN 13: 9781681407043

Published by National Science Teachers Association, 2024

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2024. Paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Creating and Using Instructionally Supportive Assessments in NGSS Classrooms
• Publisher: National Science Teachers Association
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1681407043
• ISBN 13: 9781681407043
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Imagine handing out assessments that spark enthusiasm rather than dread. In six easy-to-follow steps, this book empowers science teachers to create tasks that guide students to use their knowledge, not just memorize facts. The NGSA design process transforms assessments into valuable classroom tools that teachers can use to chart how students’ learning builds with instruction over time. Far from being just another set of guidelines, this step-by-step approach provides a pathway for creating tasks that will support, engage, and encourage students in Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) classrooms. Built with the NGSS in mind, the design process is centered around the three dimensions of science learning: disciplinary core ideas, crosscutting concepts, and science and engineering practices. Creating and Using Instructionally Supportive Assessments in NGSS Classrooms: Provides a multi-step approach for creating classroom-based tasks that capture three-dimensional performance; Emphasizes equity and inclusion in the assessment design process; Includes sample assessment tasks, rubrics, and dimension maps; Encourages creativity and innovation in both students and teachers.

About the Author

Christopher J Harris, a wisdom teacher, life strategist, and purpose pusher, has developed a lengthy reputation as a relevant Pastor, efficient executive, and skilled teacher of scripture and its wise application to life. Having written for a number of national platforms, including Church Central, Streaming Faith, Gospel Today, and a host of other blogs and aggregate social mediums, as well as, co-authored a previous work titled, Embracing The Next Dimension, he has served in ministries, non-profits, and educational institutions for two decades. Harris has had the privilege to have spoken to diverse audiences, both large and small, for the past twenty-five years. He now pens his own literary works to encourage, inspire, and engage the every day person in putting the pieces of their life together to discover how to reinvent themselves for every season of life that they may face, while not losing themselves or forfeiting their divine assignment. His ultimate goal is to provide tools for inspiration and wisdom for life. Harris shared his life work with his wife and three children.