UtSTA 2024: Out-Of-This-World Science Teaching

In this session, we will look at ways to support students in observing, connecting with and communicating science concepts. For learners whose expressive language is in formative stages, drawing provides another, rich method of solidifying and communicating what they are seeing and noticing. It taps into visual, kinesthetic and linguistic processes. Observational drawing teaches students to focus on details and make comparisons with similar concepts.
As instructors, it provides a window into student thinking affording us opportunities for informal assessment. In addition to scientific drawing, arts integration will include examples of drama, song and movement.

Attendees will develop a greater understanding of the role of scientific/observational drawing in learning and memory.They will explore ways to support classroom observation and communication. Hands-on exposure to phenomenon and direct observation are powerful motivators for students.

Practical ways to engage with relevant phenomena using the K-2 SEEd Standards will be presented.