Science 6-8: Exploring Matter, Force, Motion and Energy

  • Austin (Main Campus)
  • 6 CPE Credits
  • $100

SEPs, RTCs, Content TEKS…oh my!

Join us as we build upon our understanding of matter, force, motion, and energy within the 6-8 TEKS.

In this workshop focusing on Reporting Categories 1 and 2 for grades 6-8, we will:

  • Explore vertical alignment of content TEKS.
  • Dive into specificity of the content TEKS.
  • Connect Scientific and Engineering Practices (SEPs ) and Recurring Themes and Concepts (RTCs) to the content TEKS.
  • Examine instructional moves we can take to foster conceptual understanding for students.
  • Engage in facilitated planning time to create action steps that best support our students.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

6-8 grade science teachers, inclusion teachers, instructional coaches, science leaders