Resource: Real-World Science Connections
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How can phenomena-based science instruction drive equity and achievement across your district?
This webinar introduces district and school leaders to Newsela STEM and its approach to real-world, phenomena-based science instruction. Presenters explore how relevant science content helps students build background knowledge while engaging with authentic scientific concepts. Participants will learn how to leverage these resources to support equity, relevance, and instructional coherence across K–12 grade levels.
- Real-world science content supports student engagement and deep conceptual understanding.
- Phenomena-based instruction is enhanced through the use of highly reachable, standards-aligned texts.
- Instructional alignment strategies help bridge the gap between science content and specific curriculum goals.
- Relevance and engagement through the application of science in real-world contexts.
- Equitable access ensures that complex scientific ideas are reachable for every student in the classroom.
- Supplemental science resources that provide the instructional coherence needed for district-wide STEM success.
Who should watch?
District and school administrators, science curriculum leaders, and instructional coaches supporting district-wide STEM implementation.
Speakers:
Dan Cogan-Drew, Cofounder and Chief Academic Officer, Newsela
Ysaac Keith, Director of Product Management, Newsela
Lindsey Menichetti, Content Product Manager, Newsela
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