iExploreScience: STEM in Elem

116 Why You Shouldn't Teach An Intro Unit


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Let's talk about those back to school activities. Despite the many shifts we've seen teachers making in their classroom, we've seen several teachers continuing to use old practices. Even if they've ditched the scientific method, many teachers are still teaching an intro to science unit. In this episode, Erin discusses some of the reasons why you should skip this intro unit. Instead, teach skills in context.

Check out the full episode recap here.  

Other resources: 

  • Is it time to ditch the Scientific Method? – Episode 5
  • What to avoid when you head back to school – Episode 90
  • Letting Go of Lessons on the Scientific Method – Episode 36
  • Why the Scientific Method Doesn't Belong in the NGSS Classroom – Sadler Science
  • Why I don't do Lab Reports in my NGSS Classroom – Sadler Science


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