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Quinnipiac University Advancing Diversity in Science

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OUR COMMUNITY

Community of Practice

Critical Friends

Theoretical Framework

Exploring Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Science Classroom

Using sensemaking strategies aligned with NGSS to increase student voice and choice in our science classrooms

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Strategy: Accessing Funds of Knowledge & Student Interest through Phenomena

BUILDING OUR COMMUNITY

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OUR COMMUNITY

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I feel comfortable helping others with ...

Individual

Expertise

I am interested in learning more about...

Individual

Interest

Funds of Knowledge

Original Research

Common Classroom Practice

How does this Apply?

Let’s Think

Consider the two phenomena below.

What do you know about the images on this slide?

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PRODUCTIVE TALK

In your small groups:

1. Describe a phenomena you use in your classroom.

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• Describe the central concept behind the phenomena.

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• Think about the “expertise” activity.

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• Would this particular phenomena work to help elicit funds of knowledge from your students as well as prompt questions?

Funds of Knowledge

Original Research

Common Classroom Practice

How does this Apply?

Let’s Think

Implementation:

• We hope you will use this activity in your classroom.

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• Would you be willing to bring in or send artifacts?

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NEXT QUADS WORKSHOP : NOVEMBER 9th 5-7pm

Using Rubrics to increase equitable practices in our classrooms.

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