The fifth practice in the Next Generation Science Standards covers using mathematics and computational thinking. Scholars and scientists watch a video that explains how they use these skills starting in early elementary, and becoming more accurate as they progress. It emphasizes math as the root of all science.

Concepts

education, teaching strategies, mathematical reasoning

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Look for ways to team teach science and math in your curriculum
• Find a way to connect the concept of big data into lessons in the upcoming school year

Classroom Considerations

• Video focuses on science teaching, but technology and math teachers benefit from the knowledge as well

Pros

• Highlights the connections between science and math
• Includes subtitles for ease of taking notes

Cons

• None