Science Is a Team Sport: Cultivating Communication and Collaboration
OVERVIEW
How can meaningful conversation and collaboration deepen student thinking? Grounded in the Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs), this session explores practical strategies for creating a classroom culture where students communicate ideas, listen actively, build on one another’s thinking, and engage in productive academic discourse. Discover ways to strengthen collaboration and communication while supporting students as they analyze, explain, argue from evidence, and make sense of science.
DESCRIPTION & OBJECTIVES
In this session, participants will:
- Develop a better understanding of the SEPs and consider the research related to communication and collaboration in the classroom.
- Demonstrate effective collaboration strategies that aim to support communication skills in the science classroom.
- Explore how student communication and discourse can support deeper, more meaningful thinking and understanding for all learners.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
6-hour or 3-hour sessions
Up to 50 participants per session; can be done for any grade level(s)
We provide all training materials and handouts for participants.