STANFORD NGSS ASSESSMENT PROJECT
Description
The Stanford NGSS Assessment Project is an initiative dedicated to creating a comprehensive system of assessment aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in California. This project receives funding from the S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation, which supports its efforts to improve educational practices in science.
The project’s primary focus is to develop and refine assessment tasks to ensure they meet the criteria and standards set by the NGSS. This involves a thorough review and evaluation process where assessment tasks are scrutinized for their alignment with the core principles and performance expectations of the standards. The aim is not only to create reliable assessments but also to enhance the overall quality of science education across the state.
Through these efforts, the Stanford NGSS Assessment Project seeks to provide educators with effective tools and resources that can be used to measure students’ understanding and application of scientific concepts. By aligning assessments with NGSS standards, the project aims to promote deeper learning and student engagement in science by fostering a curriculum that emphasizes inquiry-based and hands-on learning experiences.
Related Concepts
- CALIFORNIA — The Stanford NGSS Assessment Project aims to implement the Next Generation Science Standards in California schools
- S.D. BECHTEL JR. FOUNDATION — The S.D. Bechtel Jr. Foundation funded the Stanford NGSS Assessment Project to support its goals in science education improvement
- NEXT GENERATION SCIENCE STANDARDS (NGSS) — The Stanford NGSS Assessment Project is tasked with developing assessments that align with the Next Generation Science Standards in California
- SNAP PROJECT — Both projects work towards enhancing assessments that are aligned with NGSS standards
- BECHTEL TEAM — The Bechtel team evaluates and provides oversight for assessment tasks developed under the Stanford NGSS Assessment Project
- JONATHAN OSBORNE — Jonathan Osborne is a member of the Stanford NGSS Assessment Project team that develops assessment models
- RAY PECHEONE — Ray Pecheone is a team member working on the assessments in the Stanford NGSS Assessment Project
- HELEN QUINN — Helen Quinn contributes to the assessment development efforts of the Stanford NGSS Assessment Project
- NICOLE HOLTHUIS — Nicole Holthuis is part of the project team contributing to the assessment system
- SUSAN SCHULTZ — Susan Schultz is involved in the Stanford NGSS Assessment Project team working on educational frameworks
- JILL WERTHEIM — Jill Wertheim is a participant in the Stanford NGSS Assessment Project team focused on improving assessment
- PAOLO MARTIN — Paolo Martin is a member of the Stanford NGSS Assessment Project’s team working on curricula assessments