What are the reasons why new science standards are needed?
Why new science standards? Under the standards, students learn skills like communication, analysis, and critical thinking along with life sciences, earth science, and engineering practices. Beyond their career, the NGSS standards hopes to address what today’s student needs to thrive and to lead in society.
Who developed the Next Generation Science Standards?
The National Research Council (NRC)
The National Research Council (NRC), the National Science Teachers Association, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and Achieve have completed a two-step process to develop the Next Generation Science Standards.
When did Next Generation Science Standards start?
April 2013
The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) writing process began in the summer of 2011, and the final version of the NGSS was released in April 2013.
What is different between the NGSS and previous standards?
CCSS focuses on math, English and literacy while NGSS solely targets the subject of science. While the two were developed independent of each other, they are designed so educators may use them together effectively.
How did NGSS get started?
To develop the Next Generation Science Standards, the committees created a two-step process. The first was to develop an overall Framework for K-12 science education. The second was to develop a set of standards that built upon the Framework and deliver on its goals, which are twofold.
Why is NGSS considered three-dimensional?
The Next Generation Science Standards are based around three-dimensional learning. The NGSS is made up of three distinct but equally important components: Disciplinary Core Ideas, Cross Cutting Concepts, and Science & Engineering Practices.
How were the NGSS created?
The NGSS were developed collaboratively with states and other stakeholders in science, science education, higher education, and industry. Additional review and guidance were provided by advisory committees composed of nationally-recognized leaders in science and science education as well as business and industry.