As schools around the country struggle with uncertainty, many states continue their efforts to implement three-dimensional science standards, a difficult process under the best of conditions. Join us for an edLeader Panel to discuss how educators can highlight the value of science education and continue implementing next-generation standards while meeting the challenges brought by COVID-19.

Jim Pellegrino, Ph.D., an education expert from the University of Illinois at Chicago, will moderate a roundtable discussion that will address the current challenges in science education and the critical changes needed to ensure children have the STEM skills to succeed in tomorrow’s workforce.

Our expert panel will offer insight on science education research, curricula, assessment, professional development and policy, including:

• The implications of distance science education and growing equity gaps
• The complexities of transitioning to three-dimensional science standards
• What can be done to keep science education in the local and federal spotlight

Participants will learn what they can do to effect change in science programs today and how they can prepare for the future of science education. This edLeader Panel will be of interest to elementary through higher education school and district leaders, state education leaders, assessment directors, and curriculum directors. There will be time for questions at the end of the presentation.

 

Presented by Jim Pellegrino, Ph.D., Professor of Education, University of Illinois at Chicago; Christopher Lazzaro, Ph.D., Director of Science, New Meridian Corporation; Tricia Shelton, Director of Professional Learning and Standards Implementation, NSTA; and Matt Krehbiel, Director of Outreach, OpenSciEd

Sponsored by The New Meridian Science Exchange