Science
The foundation for successful science education has its roots in elementary school. Science themes, content, and practices essential for post-secondary success begin in the primary grades and are expanded and built upon in successive grades. The themes, content, and practices of science are not taught in isolation; they work together to help ensure that students have the knowledge and abilities to participate in society. Likewise, science and the other content fields which make up the curriculum need to be taught in collaboration. Teaching reading, language arts, social studies, and math in connection with science helps to achieve a truly integrated curriculum.
The science team at Region 7 supports success for all students through teacher and administrator education using:
- Workshops that improve content understanding and promote best practices.
- Timely updates of regulations and legislation impacting the science classroom.
- Connecting teachers with real-world learning opportunities for themselves and their students.
Science Workshops and Resources
Click Here to Learn More about the New Science TEKS
Click Here to Learn More about STAAR Redesign
Research shows high-quality instructional materials are critical to improving student outcomes. Region 7 teachers and students deserve the highest quality instructional materials that align with Texas standards and reflect research-based science instructional practices. Unfortunately, many of these resources do not address the full needs of Texas students and teachers. Below are rubrics developed by the Texas Resource Review (a product of the Texas Education Agency). These rubrics can empower school districts to make informed decisions for their students.
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