Welcome to Miss. Rodriguez’s Science Class! I’ll be posting all things science related from our classroom, highlighting student learning! From labs to CER writing, we make middle school science FUN! 🧬🔬🌎🌳 #MUEdD @DrGeorge_MU

Just completed my video promo project on using the CER framework to boost middle schoolers’ scientific writing! 🧠✍️ Claim + Evidence + Reasoning = confident, critical thinkers: drive.google.com/file/d/127V… @DrGeorge_MU @MUschoolofEduca #MUEdD #ScienceEd #CER #TeacherLife

Check out my new blog: sites.google.com/view/scienc… Bravery starts young. In my classroom, I try to give students voice, choice & space to say, “This is my thing.” Sometimes all they need is a little nudge to dive in. 🐧 @DrGeorge_MU @MUschoolofEduca @MUSOEleadership #MUSOE #MUEdD

Reflecting on Chapters 11-12 of #EvolvingEducation by @katiemartinedu , I’m inspired by the power of learner-centered design & creating a culture of innovation. It is crucial it is to empower students & educators to grow, take risks & continuously evolve.🌱 @DrGeorge_MU #MUEdD

Just posted a new blog on the power of belonging in classrooms! 🎓 When students feel connected, they thrive in every way. Let’s build learning communities where everyone feels they matter. Check it out: sites.google.com/view/scienc… @DrGeorge_MU @MUSOEleadership #MUEdD

I've launched my new website on Google Sites, where I’ll be sharing everything education & science related! 🐧📚🔬 Stay tuned for cool insights, resources & all things penguin! Check it out here: sites.google.com/view/scienc… @DrGeorge_MU @MUschoolofEduca #MUEdD

What awesome classes today, introducing how geologists determine ages of rocks! Students introduced themselves to the topic by reading the text & creating anchor charts in groups! 🦖🦴🪨 Tomorrow = class notes, formative check & a scaled activity! #HistoryofEarth #MUEdD #MUSOE

Exciting things happened in our classroom this week! 🌋 Our 7th graders explored plate tectonics & volcanic activity with hands-on activities & student-led discussions. #STEM #MUEdD #MUSOE @DrGeorge_MU @MUschoolofEduca @MUSOEleadership

One of my favorite things to do for the students is give them the ability to create their own anchor chart to summarize their text! Group collaboration and addressing their own misconceptions about the topic at hand! @DrGeorge_MU @MUschoolofEduca @MUSOEleadership #MUSOE #MUEdD

In chapters 9-10 of #EvolvingEducation, @katiemartinedu focuses on empowering educators to create student collaboration & reflection to shape future-ready learners. It’s important to embrace learner-centered approaches. @DrGeorge_MU @MUSOEleadership @MUschoolofEduca #MUEdD #MUSOE

Earthquake STEM lab shaking things up! Our students analyzed data to understand how energy from plate interactions causes earthquakes, comparing magnitudes & predicting tsunami risks! They’re using models to find ways to mitigate disaster risks. #InquiryBased #MUEdD @DrGeorge_MU

Excited to kick off our STEM lab on earthquakes & tsunamis today! 🌎🌊 Inquiry-based learning in action as students dive into the science of seismic waves & disaster preparedness. Let’s inspire the next generation of scientists! @DrGeorge_MU @MUschoolofEduca #MUEdD #STEM

Students dove through plate tectonics through CER writing! 🌎 Using inquiry-based learning, they explored the causes of geological events like the Himalayan Mountains and the San Andres Fault. @DrGeorge_MU @MUschoolofEduca #MUEdD #CER docs.google.com/presentation…

Currently working on Chapter 4 of my dissertation. I am excited to share the findings from my TLP, which focuses on inquiry-based learning & CER writing. By promoting hands-on experiences, my TLP aims to empower students to become lifelong critical thinkers! 🌱@DrGeorge_MU #MUEdD

Chapters 7-8 of @katiemartinedu ‘s book remind me that it IS a beautiful day for learning when we empower students to take control of their own pace & path! Let’s continue to inspire growth everyday! ✨🌱🌟#EvolvingEducation #MUEdD @DrGeorge_MU @MUSOEleadership @MUschoolofEduca

7th graders rocked their understanding of the rock cycle with a sweet hands-on lab! They modeled how rocks change through different natural processes. Science is sweeter when it's interactive! #MUSOE #MUEdD #InquiryLearning @DrGeorge_MU @MUSOEleadership @MUschoolofEduca

Chapters 5-6 of Martin (2021) explore the importance of creating intrinsic motivation & designing learning experiences that allow students to take ownership. Shifting power helps students collaborate, reflect & lead! #EvolvingEducation #MUEdD #MUSOE @DrGeorge_MU @MUschoolofEduca

Small preview of our Seasons Station Lab set-up! During their space unit, students discover the reason behind Earth’s seasons, with built in inquiry-based questions! ❄️🌸☀️🍂🌎🔭 #MUSOE #MUEdD @DrGeorge_MU @MUSOEleadership @MUschoolofEduca