Michigan Online Educator Certification System

Next Generation Science Exemplar (NGSX) Training

NGSX is a research based system designed to help science educators apply the pedagogical shifts (moving from "learning about" to "figuring out") described in the Framework for K-12 Science Education and the Next Generation Science Standards. NGSX will immerse participants in the 3 dimensions of learning; core ideas of science, scientific and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts. Using tasks, tools, and resources in a study group format, NGSX combines science investigations, videotaped expert commentary and case studies along with facilitated discussions. Participants will engage in modeling and constructing explanations of complex phenomena, hallmarks of Next Generation Science. They will also learn to use questioning strategies, or "talk moves" to create a classroom culture in which students explain their thinking, listen to and build on the ideas of others and function as a community of critical thinkers. Each cohort is 5 days (8:30-3:30). For more info: www.ngsx.org