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Science and Engineering in Preschool Through Elementary Grades: The Brilliance of Children and the Strengths of Educators

by , posted on 10:16 AM, April 12, 2022
"Science and Engineering in Preschool through Elementary Grades" provides evidence-based guidance on effective approaches to preschool through elementary science and engineering instruction that supports the success of all students.
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From NAS:

This report evaluates the state of the evidence on learning experiences prior to school; promising instructional approaches and what is needed for implementation to include teacher professional development, curriculum, and instructional materials; and the policies and practices at all levels that constrain or facilitate efforts to enhance preschool through elementary science and engineering.

Building a solid foundation in science and engineering in the elementary grades sets the stage for later success, both by sustaining and enhancing students' natural enthusiasm for science and engineering and by establishing the knowledge and skills they need to approach the more challenging topics introduced in later grades. Through evidence-based guidance on effective approaches to preschool through elementary science and engineering instruction, this report will help teachers to support the success of all students.

 

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