Teacher Resources

STEMScopes:  https://ali1.acceleratelearning.com/

  • Great resource for computer activities that correlate splendidly with each day’s TEKS objective.
  • Also has ALL released STAAR questions for each objective you cover

 

National Science Teachers Association:  http://www.nsta.org/publications/freebies.aspx

  • LOTS of lessons; they are very engaging

 

Understanding Science:  http://undsci.berkeley.edu/teaching/index.php

  • Links to help you understand what your students are capable of.
  • Links to help you identify common misconceptions in Science and how to correct them.
  • Applies to all grade levels

 

Discovery Education Virtual Field Trips:  http://www.discoveryeducation.com/Events/virtual-field-trips/explore/index.cfm?campaign=flyout_teachers_virtual_field_trips

  • find virtual field trips that correlate to the topic you are teaching.
  • helps students connect their learning to a real-world application

 

Education Galaxy (subscription required)

http://www.educationgalaxy.com

  • Teacher can choose from questions related to the TEKS objective.  When students complete each lesson, they can play a short game.
  • The website is also great for all subjects, not just Science