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Getting Ready for the Next Generation Science Standards
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Join in the Alliance for Excellent Education’s First-ever Digital Learning Day
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Cyberbullying Resources and Free Webinar
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NMSA/AMLE Institute for Middle Level Leadership - Orlando, FL

July 15, 2012 to July 18, 2012 – Orlando, FL

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First Public Draft of Next Generation Science Standards Released May 11

The first draft of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) was released May 11 and will be online for public comment until June 1.In a process managed by Achieve, 26 states led the development of the Next Generation Science Standards. The NGSS is based on A Framework for K–12 Science Education, issued by the National…See More

May 14

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Kim Lightle posted events

Matter – Solids, Liquids, and Gases: Introducing a Free Online Resource for Middle School Chemistry
May 24, 2012 from 6:30pm to 8pm
Designing Effective Science Instruction
May 22, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9pm
Conceptual Flow: Bridging the Gap between Standards, Instructional Materials and Student Learning
May 17, 2012 from 6:30pm to 8pm

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May 14

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Getting Ready for the Next Generation Science Standards Part 4: Integrating the Three Dimensions at MSP2 Online

May 22, 2012 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Date: May 22, 2012 (Changed from May 16, 2012)Time: 6:30-7:30pm ESTWebinar Link:http://bit.ly/NGSSDraftStandards - click on this link up to 30 minutes before the presentation beginsMSP2 Discussion ForumWhat can science educators do now to prepare for the new science standards coming in the Fall of 2012?…See More

May 14

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The Nation's Report Card: Science 2011, Grade 8 at NAGB Online

May 10, 2012 from 10am to 11am

The results of the 2011 National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP) in Science at Grade 8 will reveal whether student performance in science has improved over the past two years.Have overall scores increased? Have the percentages of students performing at or above Basic, Proficient, and Advanced levels changed? Has there been a shift in the racial/ethnic achievement gaps or differences between the scores of students in public and private schools?The live webinar on Thursday, May 10, will…See More

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Count Roadkill From Your Bike for Science

http://www.adventureandscience.org/roadkill.htmlCyclists can now help scientists by reporting animals flattened by automobiles.An organization that pairs data-collecting outdoor enthusiasts with researchers launched a roadkill-observation project this week. Adventurers and Scientists for Conservation is calling on everyone from commuters to expedition…See More

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Kim Lightle replied to Kim Lightle's discussion Getting Ready for the Next Generation Science Standards

"Carolyn - Sorry you are having problems. I just emailed the PedConnect folks - you should be hearing from them soon. Kim "

Apr 12

Carolyn Stanley replied to Kim Lightle's discussion Getting Ready for the Next Generation Science Standards

"Hi, Kim, The webinar on the common core writing standards as they apply to science class was great. I hope to join the next webinar on part 3 of the Next Generation Science Standards. I also have been playing around with that social plug-in, but it…"

Apr 11

Kim Lightle replied to Kim Lightle's discussion Cyberbullying Resources and Free Webinar

"Just saw this post from the NYT - An updated collection of resources on a topic regularly in the news for the past two years. More than just…"

Apr 6

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First Public Draft of Next Generation Science Standards Released May 11

The first draft of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) was released May 11 and will be online for public comment until June 1.

In a process managed by Achieve, 26 states led the development of the Next Generation Science Standards. The NGSS is based on A Framework for K–12 Science…

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Posted on May 14, 2012 at 9:47am

Count Roadkill From Your Bike for Science

http://www.adventureandscience.org/roadkill.html

Cyclists can now help scientists by reporting animals flattened by automobiles.

An organization that pairs data-collecting outdoor enthusiasts with researchers launched a roadkill-observation project this week. Adventurers and Scientists for Conservation is calling on everyone from…

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Posted on May 9, 2012 at 9:14am

Middle School Journal Call for Artwork

The Association of Middle Level Education (AMLE) is asking 10– to 15-year-olds for artwork to go on the front cover of their middle school journal. Submit your students' best artwork. Types of media accepted, but not limited to: oil, acrylic, or watercolor painting; charcoal or colored pencil drawing; 3D submissions such as sculpture; and computer generated graphics. Deadline is May 15, 2012. Complete information can be found…

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Posted on March 21, 2012 at 5:34pm — 1 Comment

Alan Alda’s Challenge to Make Science Easier to Understand

The actor Alan Alda has created a contest where anyone — including scientists — can offer an explanation of what a flame is; 11-year-olds will judge which answer is best. From the NYT - A Challenge to Make Science Crystal Clear.

Posted on March 12, 2012 at 5:13pm

Google's New Privacy Policy, Privacy Tools, and Google Dashboard

From Google's Official Blog - you can read the entire blog post but I thought that lots of folks might be interested in how to protect your personal data if you still want to use Google tools: If you don’t think information sharing will improve your experience, you can use our privacy tools to do things like edit or turn off your…

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Posted on March 1, 2012 at 12:30pm

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At 9:55am on March 20, 2012, Dov Frede said…: Same here, Kim! And thanks to you and Jessica for your fabulously helpful evaluation of science resources in relation to the Common Core last week. I'm looking forward to learning from you all.

Thanks,
Dov

At 11:09am on February 9, 2012, Arcielo Letigio said…: Thank you for the warmth welcome ms. Kim. I am still navigating this site, and trying to promote MSP2 as well.

At 10:36am on January 27, 2012, Ed Brazee said…: Hi Kim,

Thanks for the great webinar on cyberbullying a couple of days ago. I'm pretty familiar with CSM and their resources, but still a very valuable experience. I would be happy to help put together some resources on digital literacy and digital citizenship. Please let me know what you are thinking!

Ed

At 5:59pm on November 16, 2011, Vivian Barker said…: Thanks Ms. Kim it was great seeing you again as well. I hope to visit site more to help stay focused!! Thanks for a great site

At 7:55am on June 29, 2011, Christine Horne said…: Hello Kim,

Thank you for the warm welcome. This is such a great website! I'm looking forward to diving into it during the summer. I have already passed this website on to another teacher I work with. Thank you again for the welcome!

Christy

At 3:59pm on June 23, 2011, Berma Rouse said…: Hello Kim, Thank you so much for the welcome. I am sure that I will be able to use many of the resources located on the site. I am beginning to read about MSP2. Thanks again for the welcome message.

Berma

At 9:09am on June 14, 2011, Danielle Wood said…: Hello Kim!

I actually just graduated from Otterbein on Sunday and will be teaching 8th grade Math and Language Arts at Olentangy Shanahan Middle School this fall. I am so excited to start but also a little nervous! I am very excited to take advantage of all the helpful ideas and resources through MSP2.

Thanks again for welcoming me! :)

-Danielle

At 9:55am on June 10, 2011, Sid Goel said…: Dr. Lightle, Thank you for your kind message. I'm finding my way around this portal and the more time I spend, the more I realise, there is a lot going on here!

At 12:35pm on May 28, 2011, Mary L. Bigleow said…: Thanks for the (very prompt) welcome message. I retired from an intermediate unit in PA, where I was involved with program evaluations and science outreach. I currently do some writing/blogging for NSTA. But at heart, I'm still a middle school science teacher, which I did for 17 years, followed by another 11 at the high school level. This looks like a fabulous resource.

At 10:06pm on May 10, 2011, Sean Shepherd said…: Kim,

I checked out the links you put in the last comment...I'm pretty excited (and thankful) for all of the resources you have available! I teach third grade this year but will be jumping into 6th at the junior high in September....Thanks for being so helpful and for hosting this resourceful online community!

Sean