Making Sense of the NGSS
InnerOrbit empowers educators to implement the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in schools and districts. We provide focused content and support, including resources, lessons, and training materials for teachers and district admins.
Understanding and Measuring 3-Dimensional Standards
The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) were created to help improve K-12 science education and set the expectation of what students should be able to do with their knowledge. But what exactly are the NGSS 3-Dimensional standards? In
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3D Standards: Explained
Prior to the NGSS, science standards looked at knowledge in isolation. To understand if students “knew” or “understood” what was taught in class, teacher assessments centered around the content that students had been explicitly taught in class. A
Choosing NGSS Phenomena for your Classroom
When implementing the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in the classroom, selecting the right NGSS phenomena is crucial for building student capacity for sensemaking. A good phenomenon serves as the driving force behind scientific investigations, prompting students to
Moving From NGSS Test to NGSS Assessments
One of the key differences between a traditional NGSS test and NGSS-aligned assessments lies in their outcomes: tests generate grades, while NGSS assessments generate valuable data for educators. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of