Tools for Teaching Science
New Download Options:
- With Video includes our full videos (700 MB, MOV files)
- With YouTube Video link includes a link to the same videos on YouTube
Tools for Teaching Science is a reference resource for science teachers striving to improve student learning. It is suitable for teachers at any point in their career and for teachers in different science disciplines. The resource showcases a variety of tools you can use in your classroom that will help you plan not only the content for a lesson but also the learning students will be doing along the way.
Table of Tools for Teaching Science
All of the tools explored in this resource are listed here so teachers can quickly and easily find strategies. This table also highlights key strengths required and optimal timing for using each tool. For example, some tools are best used to activate learning, while others are better for deepening learning.
Inventory of Tools for Teaching Science
An inventory of 48 teaching tools explains what the teacher needs to do and what students will be doing. Strengths, alerts, and tips for differentiation are also included.
Illustrations for Selected Teaching Tools
A selection of 15 tools are explored in more depth with one-page infographics. You will see how to use the tool in your class and become aware of potential risks and how to mitigate them. You will also see a visual representation of the tool in action.
