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The Role of Curriculum Materials in Reform


By: Joseph A. Taylor, April L. Gardner, and Rodger W. Bybee
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Type of Product:Book Chapter
Publication Title:Reforming Secondary Science Instruction
Publication Date:1/1/2009
Pages:12
Grade Level:Middle School, High School
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Description

Distinguishing between standards-based curriculum materials and others requires considerable expertise in science content and pedagogy. Research suggests that even experienced teachers may not recognize how standards-based instruction can be embodied in materials (NRC 1999). Thus, distinguishing standards-based curriculum materials from others requires a systematic process that includes analysis techniques revealing key differences. In this chapter, such a process—AIM (Analyzing Instructional Methods)—is outlined.


Ideas For Use

Although standards-based curriculum materials look very different from other materials, they can act as an overarching organizer of instruction and truly make a difference in student learning when used as designed and supported with professional development. Through analyzing materials, teachers become more skilled at identifying and thinking critically about the effectiveness of standards-based curriculum materials. More important, curriculum materials can influence both the content and the way teachers teach.

Additional Info

Intended User Role:Curriculum Supervisor, High-School Educator, Middle-Level Educator, Teacher
Educational Issues:Classroom management, Curriculum, Educational research, Professional development, Teacher preparation, Teaching strategies

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Resource Format:application/pdf
Size:393 KB
Requirements:Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader


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  • Process Standards for Professional Development
    • Evaluation
      • Clear, shared goals based on a vision of science learning, teaching, and teacher development congruent with the National Science Education Standards . (NSES)
    • Research-Based
      • Prepares educators to apply research to decision making. (NSDC)
      • Connect and integrate all pertinent aspects of science and science education. (NSES)
    • Design
      • Introduce teachers to scientific literature, media, and technological resources that expand their science knowledge and their ability to access further knowledge. (NSES)
    • Collaboration
      • Collaboration among the people involved in programs, with clear respect for the perspectives and expertise of each. (NSES)
      • Encourage and support teachers in efforts to collaborate. (NSES)
  • Teaching Standards
    • Teachers of science actively participate in the ongoing planning and development of the school science program.
      • Plan and develop the school science program.
      • Participate in decisions concerning the allocation of time and other resources to the science program.
      • Participate fully in planning and implementing professional growth and development strategies for themselves and their colleagues.


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