Two discussions due today before 11:59 pm

Topic 3 Discussion Question 1 

What is meant by diverse perspectives? How and why is it important to show compassion, justice, and concern for the common good when considering individual differences in developing and teaching lessons to meet the diverse needs of all students? 

Teaching Science to Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Elementary Students

Read Chapter 5.

URL:http://gcumedia.com/digital-resources/pearson/2011/teaching-science-to-culturally-and-linguistically-diverse-elementary-students_ebook_1e.php

Topic 3 Discussion Question 2 

Provide strategies for differentiated instruction when you plan on teaching science. Justify your strategies based on readings in this course.

Science, Standards, and Differentiation: It Really Can Be Fun!

Read “Science, Standards, and Differentiation: It Really Can Be Fun!” by Sondergeld and Schultz, from Gifted Child Today (2008). 

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Differentiation in Science

Explore “Differentiation in Science,” located on the STEM Learning website. 

URL:https://www.stem.org.uk/resources/community/collection/63218/differentiation-science