Phenomena

Observable events that students can use the three dimensions to explain or make sense of.

Problems with Problems: Improving the Design of Problem-Driven Science and Engineering Instruction

A key shift in learning designed for today’s science standards is supporting students to explain phenomena and to design solutions to problems.

This brief resource about phenomena was developed for educators, and describes how phenomena can be used in NGSS classrooms to drive teaching and learning. In addition, the three minute video interview with Brian Reiser introduces phenomena and their connection to the NGSS and three-dimensional learning.

Video: NGSS EQuIP Rubric: Using Phenomena

This video highlights the NGSS EQuIP Rubric: Using Phenomena.

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