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Box 3-2: Distinguishing Practices in Science from those in Engineering

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Box 3-2: Distinguishing Practices in Science from those in Engineering

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Box 3-2 begins on page 50 of A Framework for K-12 Science Education.

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A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas Get This Book

Science, engineering, and technology permeate nearly every facet of modern life and hold the key to solving many of humanity's most pressing current and future challenges. The United States' position in the global economy is declining, in part because U.S. workers lack fundamental knowledge in these fields. To address the critical issues of U.S. competitiveness and to better prepare the workforce, A Framework for K-12 Science Education proposes a new approach to K-12 science education that will capture students' interest and provide them with the necessary foundational knowledge in the field.

A Framework for K-12 Science Education outlines a broad set of expectations for students in science and engineering in grades K-12. These expectations will inform the development of new standards for K-12 science education and, subsequently, revisions to curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development for educators. This book identifies three dimensions that convey the core ideas and practices around which science and engineering education in these grades should be built. These three dimensions are: crosscutting concepts that unify the study of science through their common application across science and engineering; scientific and engineering practices; and disciplinary core ideas in the physical sciences, life sciences, and earth and space sciences and for engineering, technology, and the applications of science. The overarching goal is for all high school graduates to have sufficient knowledge of science and engineering to engage in public discussions on science-related issues, be careful consumers of scientific and technical information, and enter the careers of their choice.

A Framework for K-12 Science Education is the first step in a process that can inform state-level decisions and achieve a research-grounded basis for improving science instruction and learning across the country. The book will guide standards developers, teachers, curriculum designers, assessment developers, state and district science administrators, and educators who teach science in informal environments.

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Read "A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas" at NAP.edu

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A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas Get This Book Science, engineering, and technology permeate nearly every facet of modern life and hold the key to solving many of humanity's most pressing current and future challenges. The United States' position in the global economy is declining, in part because U.S.

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TEKS Guide for Scientific and Engineering Practice TEKS

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TEKS Guide for Scientific and Engineering Practice TEKS

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Focus on sections 1-4 of any grade level or course.

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View information about STEM in Texas, including TEA-developed resources to support STEM education.

Scroll to the bottom of the page to access links to the TEA STEM Toolkit and STEM Newsletter.

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According to labor projections, Texas is expected to have the second-highest percentage of the nation's future STEM job opportunities.

To ensure our students are prepared for this future workforce, The Texas Education Agency developed a STEM Framework for districts to use a guide for STEM programming and is working to establish a Texas EcosySTEM - a collaborative effort which unites various stakeholders to work towards the common goal of increasing access for young people to STEM-rich learning environments so that they are engaged and have mastered the necessary skills for success in STEM careers.

Texas STEM Education Definition

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education is a method of hands-on teaching and learning where students learn to apply academic content by creatively solving real-world problems with innovative design-based thinking to prepare students for future career opportunities.

The STEM Education Framework provides the definition, theory of action, and objectives for implementing STEM education across Texas. The framework includes strategies for success, differentiated STEM implementation models, research-based methods of instruction, and high-quality STEM indicators. Stakeholders will be able to use this framework as a guide when creating their customized STEM programs. Additional resources are provided in the STEM toolkit and are to be used in conjunction with the STEM framework.

Introduction to the STEM Framework and STEM Toolkit
Texas
EcosySTEM
The Texas EcosySTEM brings together community, business, schools, and families.

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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education (STEM)

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According to labor projections, Texas is expected to have the second-highest percentage of the nation's future STEM job opportunities.

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View district and campus planning, implementation, and engagement tools.

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The Texas Education Agency has developed tools to support districts in developing a local STEM program that is aligned to the high-quality indicators identified by the state. The STEM tools are designed to support a district in planning and implementing a PK-12 STEM program aligned to the Texas STEM Framework.
STEM
Community Tools
These tools provide ideas for districts to engage community stakeholders and families in STEM experiences.

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View the Texas STEM Education Framework document.

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What might STEM look like and include for grades K-5?

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The STEM Skills Fluency Rubric defines target STEM skills for grades K-8 and 9+.

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Texas STEM Education Toolkit: External Stakeholder Engagement

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Texas STEM Education Toolkit: External Stakeholder Engagement

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Scroll down and look for "STEM One-Pagers and Briefs." You'll find several resources within this section.

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Texas STEM Education Toolkit: External Stakeholder Engagement | Texas Education Agency

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How can you use the current products with new science TEKS? Other content TEKS?

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How can you use the current products with new science TEKS? Other content TEKS?

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Access digital resources here.

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