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New York StateEducation DepartmentState Science Initiative Statewide Strategic Plan for ScienceFall 2005: 

New York State Education Department State Science Initiative Statewide Strategic Plan for Science Fall 2005

Elementary, Middle, Secondary and Continuing EducationEMSCJames Kadamus, Deputy Commissioner Office of Curriculum and Instructional SupportJean Stevens, Assistant Commissioner: 

Elementary, Middle, Secondary and Continuing Education EMSC James Kadamus, Deputy Commissioner Office of Curriculum and Instructional Support Jean Stevens, Assistant Commissioner

Office of Curriculum, Instruction and Instructional TechnologyAssistant Director, Anne SchianoAssociates in Science Education: 

Office of Curriculum, Instruction and Instructional Technology Assistant Director, Anne Schiano Associates in Science Education Ann Crotty, acrotty@mail.nysed.gov Will Jaacks, ajaacks@mail.nysed.gov Dianne Tanner, dtanner@mail.nysed.gov

New York State Science Initiative: 

New York State Science Initiative Mission: Create a statewide learning community to support student achievement of the learning standards in science, leading to a scientifically literate population.

New York State Science Initiative: 

New York State Science Initiative Vision: Ensure the learning of science for all Pre-K-12 students by providing equitable access to exemplary teachers, inquiry-centered curriculum and instruction, standards-based assessments, and a wealth of resources and community support.

The New York State Science Initiative is Designed to: : 

The New York State Science Initiative is Designed to: Improve student achievement in science for all students Pre-K-12 Provide leadership and assistance in science education

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Elevate the importance of science education Enhance professional development for teachers in both the life sciences and the physical sciences Encourage students, teachers, administrators, parents, higher education professionals, and community members to build capacity

What benefits will result from the New York State Science Initiative?: 

What benefits will result from the New York State Science Initiative? Students will engage in inquiry-centered curriculum programming which fosters the development and understanding of science content, concepts, skills, and attitudes.

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Teachers will participate in sustained professional development that enhances content knowledge and classroom instruction. Administrators will have clear understanding of the pathways to science education reform efforts to improve student achievement with data-driven results.

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Parents/guardians and other family members will become partners in their students' science education. Higher education institutions will prepare teachers to embrace curriculum, instruction and assessment resources available to meet the learning standards in science at the elementary, intermediate, and commencement levels.

What are the Goals of the Statewide Strategic Plan for Science?: 

What are the Goals of the Statewide Strategic Plan for Science? Major components to foster systemic change in science education Curriculum, Professional Development, Assessment, Materials Support, and Administrative and Community Support Address five key components simultaneously

Curriculum: 

Curriculum Provide opportunities for Pre-K-12 students to meet the New York State Learning Standards for Mathematics, Science, and Technology using exemplary science curriculum programs emphasizing an inquiry-centered approach to learning science.

Professional Development: 

Professional Development Establish professional development opportunities to support scientific literacy statewide and build capacity among science educators and other stakeholders across the state to provide technical assistance regionally and locally.

Assessment: 

Assessment Use science assessment data including international, national, state and local data sources to inform decisions regarding curriculum, instruction and assessment for the purpose of improving student learning and achievement.

Materials Support: 

Materials Support Support the development and implementation of inquiry-centered curricula using models of effective systems management of science materials and resources.

Administrative and Community Support : 

Administrative and Community Support Build capacity among all stakeholders beyond the educational arena including business and industry.

New York State Education Department : 

New York State Education Department State Science Initiative: http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/mst/sciin.htm Statewide Strategic Plan for Science: http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/mst/sciplan.html

Projects and Priorities : 

Projects and Priorities National Science Foundation Grant Teacher Professional Continuum Build Awareness, Build Capacity National Science Resources Center Leadership and Assistance for Science Education Reform

Projects and Priorities: 

Projects and Priorities New York State Education Department Virtual Learning System (VLS) State learning standards Curriculum and instructional resources Public Broadcasting System (PBS) Curriculum and instructional support Professional development Mathematics & Science Partnerships (MSP) Enhance content knowledge and Pedagogy of Pre-K-12 teachers

National Science Foundation: 

National Science Foundation Focus on Building Awareness & Capacity Leadership in science Stakeholders in science education Achievement Gap Address learning standards in science Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment High Needs School Districts Target large urban centers

National Science Resources Center : 

National Science Resources Center Leadership and Assistance for Science Education Reform (LASER) Curriculum, Professional Development, Assessment, Materials Support, Administrative and Community Support Systemic Change Approach Strategic planning and implementation Incorporate standards and resources

New York StateMathematics & Science Partnership: 

New York State Mathematics & Science Partnership No Child Left Behind Act - Title II, Part B Grant Awards for 2004-2007 Awards total over $13 million - 12 Projects Partnerships & Purpose High-need school districts, higher education Increase academic achievement Enhance content knowledge and pedagogy http://www.emsc.nysed.gov/ciai/msp.htm

New York StateVirtual Learning System(VLS): 

New York State Virtual Learning System (VLS) Access and navigate the New York State Learning Standards 7 Content Areas including Mathematics, Science and Technology Populate and provide curriculum and instructional resources for teachers Elementary, Intermediate, Commencement Levels http://eservices.nysed.gov/vls/

Public Broadcasting System: 

Public Broadcasting System Office of Cultural Education Cultivate relationship between the New York State Education Department, and Regional Public Broadcasting Stations Alignment and Development of PBS resources Support teaching and learning of standards http://www.oce.nysed.gov/etvpb/about.html