Module Detail Portlet
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Resources by Investigation

Variables and Design
STEM

Teaching the Course
COVID-19 Remote Learning Resources SY 2020-21
Designing Your Remote Learning with FOSS Grades 6-8
Remote Learning Investigations Guide Support
Videos of Hands-On Experiences
Suggestions for In-Class Investigations
Google Classroom Support
Google Docs Notebook Masters
Home/School Connection
PDF-based eInvestigations Guide
Interactive eInvestigations Guide
Resources by Investigation
Teacher Prep Videos
Course Summary
Course Summary
Course Overview PDF
Course Teaching Notes
Important Course Updates
Materials and Kit Information
Materials Chapter
Kit Inventory List
Equipment Photo Cards
English
Spanish
Equipment Photo Cards (Hi-res)
English
Word Wall Cards
English
Spanish
Posters and Card Sets
Conservation Posters
Outdoor Safety Poster
Safety Poster
Conservation Posters (Spanish)
Outdoor Safety Poster (Spanish)
Safety Poster (Spanish)
Teacher Resources
Notebook Masters
Notebook Masters
Notebook Masters for Display
Notebook Answers
Notebook Masters (Spanish)
Notebook Answers (Spanish)
Notebook Sheets for Display (Spanish)
Google Docs Notebook Masters (English and Spanish)
Teacher Masters
English
Spanish
Assessment
Assessment Chapter
Assessment Masters
Assessment Coding Guide ("answers")
Assessment Masters (Spanish)
Assessment Coding Guide ("answers")(Spanish)
Assessment Charts
Assessment Record Spreadsheets
FOSSweb and Technology for Variables and Design
Variables and Design Framework and NGSS
FOSS Program Goals
NGSS Three-Dimensional Learning
Science and Engineering Practices
Crosscutting Concepts
Sense-Making Discussions for Three-Dimensional Learning
Sense-Making Form for Middle School
Planning Guide and Other State Resources
Access and Equity
Science Notebooks in Middle School
Science-Centered Language Development in Middle School
FOSS and Common Core
FOSS and Common Core Math
FOSS and Common Core ELA
Taking FOSS Middle School Outdoors
Digital-Only Resources
Videos of Hands-On Experiences
Multimedia
3D Printing Explained
3D-Printed Home
Blasto!
Bridge Design
Chesapeake Bay Program: Learn the Issues video
EnableTech
Engineering Design Cycle
Engineering Problems
Genetic Engineering
Jumping Robot
Maker Space
Virtual Aquarium
What’s an Engineer?
Zip Line
Student eBook (English)
Interactive eBook (HTML)
Interactive eBook App Information
PDF-based Student eBook
Audio Book
Student eBook (Spanish)
Interactive eBook (HTML)
Interactive eBook App Information
PDF-based Student eBook
Audio Book
Streaming Videos
3D-Printed Home
3D Printing Explained
Bridge Design
Chesapeake Bay Program: Learn the Issues video
EnableTech
Engineering Design Cycle
Engineering Problems
Genetic Engineering
Jumping Robot
Maker Space
What’s an Engineer?
Zip Line
Teaching Slides
English
Spanish
Focus Questions
Focus Question, Inv. 1
Focus Question, Inv. 2
Focus Question, Inv. 3
Vocabulary
Vocabulary
Vocabulary Definitions
Vocabulary (Spanish)
Vocabulary Definitions (Spanish)
Science and Engineering Careers Database