Learning Principles of Get Real! Science

Learners learn science by participating in the “real,” messy & relevant practices and language of science as a culture.

Learners learn science in social situations first, in their own minds second.

Learners learn science by having their science (practices & understandings) recognized as valuable and correct.

Learning depends on language - opportunities to use, connect, engage, assimilate & accommodate.

Learners learn science by connecting new knowledge with prior experiences and knowledge.

Learning Principles of Get Real! Science

Learners learn science by participating in the “real,” messy & relevant practices and language of science as a culture.

Learners learn science in social situations first, in their own minds second.

Learners learn science by having their science (practices & understandings) recognized as valuable and correct.

Learning depends on language - opportunities to use, connect, engage, assimilate & accommodate.

Learners learn science by connecting new knowledge with prior experiences and knowledge.

Whose resources are valued?

Whose prior knowledge matters?

Whose languages are used?

How are learners encouraged to engage?

Who gets to do this kind of science?

Learning science is about social justice.

Implications for Doing Science Learning

Learners do science to learn science - and doing comes before formal language.

Kids need to collaborate in support of personal work

Learning needs to be “displayed” and recognized. Kids need many chances to practice science talk

and bridge everyday talk with formal science talk.