20 Science Academies for Grades K–4, Part 1
The Science Academies for Grades K–4, Part 1 provides pedagogical and content knowledge support for elementary science teachers. This training, previously available in Texas Courses, is now openly available but does not earn course provider credit and no certificate will be offered.
Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals
The GHS module informs educators about updates in chemical classification and labeling, which now applies globally.
Laying the Foundation
This course is designed to demonstrate the application of the 5E instructional model in a K-4 classroom, specifically in the area of science, and develop and deepen understanding of the CCRS, ELPS, and RtI frameworks.
Force and Motion: Engage
Vertically aligned Engage activities for Engage portion of the 5E lesson model.
Force and Motion: Explore
Vertically aligned Explore activities for Explore portion of the 5E lesson model.
Force and Motion: Explain
Vertically aligned Explain activities for Explain portion of the 5E lesson model.
5E Lesson Model
Overview of the 5E Lesson Model
Force and Motion: Elaborate
Vertically aligned Elaborate activities for Elaborate portion of the 5E lesson model.
Grade 4: Electrifying Energy
This resources provides a grade 4 energy lesson.
Kindergarten: Energy is Everywhere
Kindergarten Energy Lesson
Grade 1: Energy in Everyday Life
Grade 1 Energy Lesson
Grade 2: Increasing and Decreasing Energy
Grade 2 Energy Lesson
Grade 3: Exploring Energy
Grade 3 Energy Lesson
Science Academies for Grades 5–8, Part 2 for Trainers
This resource contains the files needed for trainers responsible for training science teachers in grades 5–8 across Texas.
Science Academies for Grades 5–8, Part 2 for Participants
This resource is available to participants of the Science Academies for Grades 5–8, Part 2. The purpose of the resource is to provide participants with the training materials and documents associated with the training.
Theories
Given laboratory investigation scenarios, students will distinguish between scientific hypotheses and scientific theories.
Globally Harmonized System
This resource provides information on the standardized system for labeling and classifying chemicals known as the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS).
Moon Phases
Tier I resource for instruction on the lunar phases.
Prekindergarten Tools and Resources: Educators
The revised prekindergarten guidelines are aligned with the Kindergarten Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), sequenced to follow child development, and give teaching strategies for each of the guidelines.
ECDS Recruitment and Training Tools for ESCs
These resources support ESC Early Childhood-focused staff to support the LEAs and private providers in their regions.