This introductory Grasping Phenomenal Science (GPS) session is designed for any K-12 teacher or instructional leader who wants to know more about science instruction aligned with the Arkansas K-12 Science Standards. Learn how to interpret the standards for 3 dimensional teaching and learning in the classroom. Participants need to have access to a device with internet capabilities and a google account. Participants must participate in online discussions, complete assignments, and provide evidence of application of tools taught in this session. Participants must view DESE Science Professional Learning Prerequisite Video Summer 2020 that highlights DESE mission and vision, High Leverage Practices (HLPs), and G.U.I.D.E for Life prior to the virtual session.
Each session is designed for 5-20 participants. This session will be delivered using Zoom and Google Classroom in two 2.0 hr Zoom sessions interspersed with small group independent learning supported directly by Coop and DESE science specialists across the state. Independent work time TBD by Coop/DESE science specialists facilitating the sessions. In addition, a self-paced viewing of a 1 hour DESE video covering the foundational principles to be addressed more deeply in the professional learning sessions is required.
The training will be conducted over three days with a self-paced day included to give the participants time to complete assignments. Participation in the meetings and completion of assignments are required in order to receive full 6-hour credit.