In our book club discussion on chapter seven of Dr. R. Ritchhart’s book, Cultures of Thinking in Action, we discuss the importance of challenging our students in the classroom, balancing direct.
KnowAtom Blog
Ready to teach phenomenal science? Involving high quality science phenomena in your lessons is a key component of designing a next generation teaching and learning environment for current science standards like NGSS. KnowAtom’s teaching phenomena blog offers professional learning support for transformational teaching K-8.
Teaching Tools & Strategies
Next Generation Science Standards
Learning Methods

Cultures and Thinking in Action - Mindset 7: Learning Occurs at the Point of Challenge
Francis Vigeant | May 29, 2024
STEM / STEAM
Leadership
Curriculum
State Standards
School Administration
Testing

How to Improve the Effectiveness of NGSS Storylines with Formative Assessments
Francis Vigeant | May 29, 2024
Professional Development
All Posts

Cultures and Thinking in Action - Mindset 7: Learning Occurs at the Point of Challenge
Francis Vigeant | Jan 3, 2025

Learning and Thinking Are as Much a Collective Enterprise as They Are an Individual Endeavor: Mindset 6 Cultures of Thinking in Action
Francis Vigeant | Nov 25, 2024

Cultures of Thinking in Action Mindset 5: Learning is a Consequence of Thinking
Francis Vigeant | Sep 12, 2024

Cultures of Thinking in Action - Mindset 4: Students Learn Best When Known, Valued, & Respected by All
Francis Vigeant | Aug 23, 2024

Cultures of Thinking in Action - Mindset 3: To Create a New Story of Learning, We Must Change the Role of the Student and the Teacher
Francis Vigeant | Aug 6, 2024

Cultures of Thinking in Action - Mindset 2: We Can't Directly Teach Dispositions: We Must Enculturate Them
Francis Vigeant | Jul 11, 2024

Cultures of Thinking and Action – Mindset 1: Schools Must be Cultures of Thinking for Teachers
Francis Vigeant | Jul 10, 2024

Why We Need to Conquer Fear, Uncertainty, & Doubt as Adults in the Classroom
Judy Higgins | Apr 26, 2024

How to Improve the Effectiveness of NGSS Storylines with Formative Assessments
Francis Vigeant | Apr 6, 2023

Engage Science and Engineering as a Way of Thinking with NGSS Practices
Francis Vigeant | Jan 20, 2023

Color, Symbol, Image: A Thinking Routine to Map Student Understanding
Naamonde Williams | Dec 4, 2022

Explore Change and Possibility with the What Can Be Thinking Routine
Amanda Flocchini | Oct 23, 2022

What Thinking Moves and Routines Can Help Students to be Successful Learners?
Tatum Moser | Sep 25, 2022

Next Generation Science Standards by Grade Level: From Elementary to Middle School
Francis Vigeant | Nov 1, 2021

3 Key Features to Look for When Evaluating an NGSS-Aligned Science Curriculum
Francis Vigeant | Oct 7, 2021

The Best Formative Assessment for Accelerated Learning in Student Centered Classrooms
Judy Higgins | Oct 3, 2021

The NGSS 3 Dimensions of Science Learning: Understanding Why They Are Key
Francis Vigeant | Sep 1, 2021

Improving Teacher Expectations of What Students Can Learn with NGSS-Based Explorations
Staff Writer | Jul 25, 2021

New Constructivist Teaching & 5e Model Remove Barriers to Learning K-8
Samantha Ozgood | Jul 18, 2021

Teachers Using KnowAtom Engage Students in More Hands-on Science Investigations
Staff Writer | Jul 11, 2021

Research: Student Math & ELA Achievement Rises Using KnowAtom for NGSS
Samantha Ozgood | Jul 4, 2021

Student-Centered Instruction: Central to the Next Generation Science Classroom
Francis Vigeant | Jun 21, 2021

New Research Results on NGSS Curriculum Effects on Students and Teachers
Raquel Jenks | Jun 21, 2021

Schools Show Success in Improving Student Learning, Engagement and Behavior with a Combination of KnowAtom’s Research-Based Instructional Practices and Professional Development
Staff Writer | Jun 14, 2021

New Findings: Teachers & Students Transformed by Next Generation Science Standards with Curriculum Designed by KnowAtom
Staff Writer | Jun 8, 2021

Professional Development for Teachers Leads to Excellent Outcomes, Sparking New Beliefs and Attitudes
Staff Writer | May 31, 2021

Research Shows Changing Beliefs and Attitudes About Teaching and Learning Science
Staff Writer | May 28, 2021

Thinking Moves: Building Cognitive Strategies in the Classroom and Remote Learning Environment
Francis Vigeant | Sep 1, 2020

Facilitating Productive Discussions: Tools for the Classroom or Remote Learning
Nicole Lanoue | Jul 30, 2020

The “Art of Teaching NGSS”: How Phenomena and a Culture of Learning Impact Student Engagement
Francis Vigeant | Jun 11, 2019

Iraqi Teachers Adopt KnowAtom to Create a Next Generation Science Experience for IDP Students K-8
Sara Goodman | Feb 17, 2019

Instructional Leadership is Essential for a Successful NGSS Implementation
Nicole Lanoue | Dec 5, 2018

Why is Culture Key to Implementing the Next Generation Science Standards?
Francis Vigeant | Nov 21, 2018

How to Incorporate Formative Assessment Into Your Next Generation Science Lesson
Sara Goodman | Aug 2, 2018

Why Are Formative Assessments Essential to Effective Next Generation Science Instruction?
Nicole Lanoue | Jul 19, 2018

How Do Formative Assessments Benefit Elementary and Middle School Students?
Nicole Lanoue | Jul 13, 2018

Socratic Dialogue: 5 Steps to Ensure Students Are Making Deep Connections
Sara Goodman | Jun 13, 2018

Lawrence Public Schools Sees Uptick in Science Performance Among English Learners
Nicole Lanoue | May 30, 2018

Why is Socratic Dialogue So Important in a Next Generation Science Classroom?
Nicole Lanoue | May 9, 2018

Three Years In, Science Program in the Kurdish Region of Iraq Yields Positive Results
Sara Goodman | Feb 16, 2018

3 Steps to Make Sure Your Professional Development Supports Teachers as they Implement NGSS
Sara Goodman | Nov 2, 2017

5 Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them When Implementing NGSS in the Classroom
Nicole Lanoue | Sep 25, 2017

7 Principles of Effective Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Implementation
Sara Goodman | Sep 11, 2017

KnowAtom's New Interactive Supports Teachers in Next Gen STEM Education
Francis Vigeant | Sep 7, 2017

Designing Classrooms for Next Generation Science and Engineering Success
Francis Vigeant | Jun 4, 2017

Science & Engineering: Concept-to-Concept, Concept-to-Self, and Concept-to-World Connections
Francis Vigeant | Mar 31, 2017

How Anchor Phenomena and Investigative Phenomena Work Within Science-Based Learning
Francis Vigeant | Mar 16, 2017

Building a Framework of Concept Knowledge Using Science & Engineering Practices
Francis Vigeant | Mar 1, 2017

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective K-8 Science Teachers: Starting with 'Why'
Francis Vigeant | Feb 19, 2017

How to Transition from 7-Year Textbook Adoptions to a Yearly Science Budget K-12
Francis Vigeant | Jan 6, 2017