NGSS Grades K-5 Overview of the 3D Scope of Science Within the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), there are three distinct and equally important dimensions to learning science. These dimensions are combined to form each standard—or performance expectation—and each dimension works with the other two to help students build a cohesive understanding of science over time. We will review Crosscutting Concepts CCC Science and Engineering Practices SEP Disciplinary Core Ideas DCI California Environmental Principles and Concepts EP&Cs


This session will also cover:

• Learning how to use CAST Interim Assessments (IAs) to shape teaching strategies and instructional practices using your district-adopted instructional materials.
• Discovering how to employ science performance tasks for ongoing support and access accompanying your district-adopted instructional materials.
• Gathering formative and summative data from CAST IAs, instructional resource assessment platforms, and performance tasks, among other resources to adjust teaching methods effectively using your district-adopted instructional materials.