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Why?Sci: A Multimedia Resource for 5th 8th Grade Classrooms
Realworld connections to classroom concepts! These multimedia modules, produced by WGTE Public Media and aligned to Ohio Academic Content Standards for Physical and Earth Sciences, combine video and curriculum materials to create an engaging exploration of light, sound, electricity, space science, weather forecasting, weather observations and plate tectonics.
Each module includes: Student video: 46 minutes videos designed to spark student curiosity; Professional Development Video teacher edition video and bonus tracks designed to provide more in-depth explanations of the science concepts; and, Curriculum Guide video viewing guide, assessment tools, resources, learning activities, etc., for further exploration. Some Why?Sci modules (electricity and sound) include inclassroom videos demonstrating instructional strategies and handson
group learning activities.