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Just a reminder…
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is no magic
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The magic is the
strategies we use in our
everyday instruction!
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What
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the intellectual and practical activity encompassing the systematic study of the structure and behavior
of the!physical and natural world through observation and experiment : the world of science and
technology.!
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! is a scientist?
What
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scientist
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a person
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science
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ORIGIN Middle English (denoting knowledge): from Old French, from Latin scientia, from scire ‘know.’!
Source: New Oxford American Dictionary
Source: New Oxford American Dictionary
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Why I picked Leonardo da Vinci?
Science is defined as “the systematic study of the structure and behavior of the physical and
natural world through observation and experimentation.” In Leonardo’s notebooks, we find
the essence of that definition. In his notebooks, we are able to observe the systematic
exploration of the world, its patterns, and the constant search for the interconnectivity among
world’s phenomena. For more than 40 years, Leonardo da Vinci gathered his observations and
ideas in his now famous “Notebooks”. They include over 100,000 drawings and more than
6,000 pages of notations. Without a doubt, observation was at the core of his scientific
exploration.
Just like a modern scientist today, Leonardo used systematic observations, logical
reasoning, experimentation and mathematical concepts to find answers to satisfy his
curiosity. Infusing a passion for observation and questioning in our students is the first
step to engage learners in scientific investigation.
Teachers that promote the use of Leonardo da Vinci’s style science notebooks in their
classrooms will be fostering higher order of thinking and increasing comprehension and
retention in their students. Sketching, labeling, and coloring as forms of note taking have a
radical impact on creative problem solving and deep information processing. These types of
notebooks not only become enabling tools that create windows to the world and promote
creativity, but they are also an excellent instrument for tracking and assessing students’
learning.
Umm... that
gives me an idea for a
nice quote!
"All our knowledge is the offspring of
our perceptions."
Leonardo da Vinci
Systematic
Observation
Experimentation
These three keywords in the definition of science describe the
work of Leonardo da Vinci (or any other scientist) including the
littles scientists in our classroom (our students)
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In my experience these three basic characteristics of a scientist define the
!three basic elements that are necessary for effective science instruction.
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I would like to use some synonyms in order to organize the
strategies for this workshop.
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Systematic
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Focus
Observation
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Visual Literacy
Experimentation
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Playful Learning
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A Paradigm Shift
Efective STEAM Education
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Science
Technology
Engineering
Arts
Math
Science
Technology
Engineering
Math
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Visual Literacy
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Playful Learning
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The Art of Science Learning
Key Strategies
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Focus
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- Bilingualism
- Meaningful Learning!
- Culturally Relevant Pedagogy!
- Summarizing!
- Repetition!
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- Educational Videos
- Sketching!
- Interactive Notebooks!
- Vocabulary Development !
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- Storytelling and Plays
- Mnemonics!
- Use of technology!
- Exploration and Experimentation!
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Visual Literacy
! - Reading Science Images!
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Playful Learning
! - Classroom Games!
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Remember that science is everywhere, and technology is a powerful educational tool
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