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Engagement with Scaffolding, Field Based Experiences and Science Projects

Anna Cotton M.Ed

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Introduction

Anna Cotton M.Ed - I was not a math and science person in high school.

Middlebury College Geology major after outside field lab freshman seminar. Elementary Education minor.
City College Master’s in 7-12 Earth Science Education

Inspired my interest in teaching and emphasis throughout my career

21 years in the classroom

7th/8th grade science South Bronx Middle School
5th/6th grade math and science Martha’s Vineyard Public Charter School - Project Based School
High school alternative education program
High School mainstream science

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Framework

Learner engagement starts the the process of “learning to learn” that reinforces curiosity, learning new material and showing evidence of understanding.

Success builds and reinforces successful learning experiences