Author

Term

Spring 2021

Capstone

Capstone Project

Degree Name

MAEd

Facilitator(s)

Jennifer Carlson

Content Expert

Michelle Allen

Abstract

The objective of this extended literature review was to answer the question: What is the impact of modeling practices on understanding phenomena and engaging all students in a meaningful science curriculum and pedagogy in the secondary science classroom? Through research of current literature this paper summarizes how the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) uses modeling to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment for all students. The literature suggests modeling is an effective practice to promote student self-efficacy, motivation, and engagement to help students from diverse backgrounds find success and feel as though they can do science. However, the implementation of these practices comes with a shift in teacher mindset to a student centered classroom and is most effective for all students when combined with culturally responsive teaching. Research concluded that modeling is an effective practice for middle schoolers to develop a rich understanding of phenomena in the science classroom.

Project Type

Extended Literature Review

Keywords

Curriculum, Science, Teachers/ Teaching

Type

text

Publisher

Hamline University

Format

application/pdf

Source

School of Education Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations at Hamline University

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