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Next Generation Science Standards Crosscutting Concepts: Structure and Function

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Channel: National Science Teaching Association · 2016 · Education

This is the second in a series of seven web seminars that focus on the crosscutting concepts found within the Next Generation Science Standards. Presenter Cindy Hmelo-Silver and Rebecca Jordan, from Rutgers University, begin this interactive presentation by discussing the role of the crosscutting concept of structure and function within the NGSS. They then ask participants to think about the example of a sponge and how a sponge’s structure relates to its function. The presenters introduce the Structure-Behavior-Function (SBF) theory and talk about the importance of examining the relationships between mechanisms and structures. They also discuss the use of models to explore these concepts. Participants draw their own models for one example and share their thoughts about using this strategy in the classroom along with student examples and drawings.

To view the presentation slides from the web seminar and related resources, visit the resource collection: http://learningcenter.nsta.org/share.aspx?id=sFHi05MPar

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Created by the National Science Teachers Association, these videos are part of a greater body of NGSS-related resources for K–12 educators; find it all on NGSS@NSTA Hub at http://ngss.nsta.org/.

Next Generation Science Standards Crosscutting Concepts: Structure and Function

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