Title II - Preparing, Training and Recruiting High Quality Teachers and Principals
Part B - Mathematics and Science Partnerships
Improved Professional Development for Science Teachers
"Improve and expand training of . . . science teachers, including training such teachers in the effective integration of technology into curricula and instruction." From NCLB Act
Training on the use of Kidspiration® and Inspiration® in science instruction provides teachers with valuable technology tools for:
- Reinforcing learning strategies that incorporate graphic organizers
- Supporting collaborative and constructivist learning
- Helping students with diverse learning styles
- Conducting classroom-based assessment
Inspiration Software supports exemplary professional development across the country. Find complimentary resources and scripts for professional development workshops.
Correlations that match specific instructional applications of Kidspiration and Inspiration to state standards are available for many states. View standards matches.
For more information on professional development programs in your state or region, contact your local education agency or trainingresources@inspiration.com.
Standards Alignment
"Develop more rigorous . . . science curricula that are aligned with challenging State and local academic content standards." From NCLB Act
Kidspiration and Inspiration support learning activities aligned with specific state science content standards that focus on higher order thinking skills. Find standards matches that focus on specific state science standards.
Research-based and Technology-based Instruction
"Promoting strong teaching skills for . . . science teachers and teacher educators, including integrating reliable scientifically based research teaching methods and technology-based teaching methods into the curriculum." From NCLB Act
A review of scientifically based research developed by the Institute for the Advancement of Research in Education at AEL demonstrates the learning benefits of using graphic organizers with students with learning disabilities. Find a detailed summary of the review.
