Abstract

In 2016, Missouri released the Missouri Learning Standards (MLS) for science based on the NGSS. Like the NGSS, the MLS diverges from previous approaches to K-12 science education, shifting the burden placed on teachers to change their classroom practices to schools to provide materials, supplies, and support. Despite the increased need for time and materials to meet more rigorous standards, schools across the country have decreased the resources allocated to and time spent on science instruction, which has negative implications for student achievement. As a design-based implementation research-practice partnership (RPP), the mySci program is regularly updated to reflect advances in scientific research, best practices from the field of education, and partner educator contexts. The interactive learning opportunities in mySci are designed to engage students and the full mySci program works to reduce barriers for teachers and schools so that all students can access high-quality science instruction.

Publication Date

1-1-2023

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White Paper

Publication Type

Education Research Practice Partnerships

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Instruction & Pedagogy

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mySci

Language

English (en)

File Name

mySci_impact_whitepaper-d8143c9f5b9c6a81

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