Instructional Resources for Science Educators
Capstone Guidelines
Canvas Transition from D2L
Nepal International Field Studies Classroom Resources
MSSE Archived Capstone Papers
3D-Assessment
Printable NGSS Poster to Display and Share
Phenomenon Podcasts
Phenomenon events are being used by science educators as an effective teaching strategy to engage students in the learning process. Discrepant events usually involve a phenomenon that is often counter-intuitive and creates cognitive dissonance in the minds of the learners. When used in conjunction with the 5 E Learning Cycle Model, a phenomenon is the first E: Engage. The following podcasts introduce viewers to discrepant events and show several examples. The science behind the phenomenon is not part of the podcasts, but it is imperative that teachers fully develop the scientific concepts for each discrepant event in order to eliminate the possible creation of misconceptions. Phenomenon events are most powerful when used in conjunction with the disciplinary core idea, but can also be used to support science and engineering practices.
Toolkit for Teacher Concept Change
MSSE Sponsored Workshops
Indigenous Student Researchers Workshop. April 2024.
Phenomenon & the 5 E’s: St. Louis NSTA 2019
2019 WSST Teachers as Researchers Part 1 Part 2
2019 WSST Conference: 3 D Assessment
National STEM Honor Society
MSSE has partnered with the National STEM Honor Society. This organization inspires innovations and recognizes student excellence from K to Career in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
Library Assistance and Resources Link
Dr. John Graves
MSSE Director
Montana State University
