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Sequenced small-group hands-on science lessons with integrated reinforcement activities

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The ECHOS instructional pattern pairs teacher-led small-group core science lessons with parallel integration activities for the rest of the class. Units are "sequenced to present increasingly more complex science process skills," and the 36 lessons follow "a project-designed learning sequence designed to provide teachers with a logical structure to deliver lessons that promote learning by thinking and doing." The i-Cards "provide open-ended explorations that reinforce the science concepts introduced in the lessons."

Design Implications

Context

Requirements

  • A teacher assistant, volunteer, or parent available to deliver i-Card activities to the rest of the class while the teacher leads the small-group lesson

Constraints

  • Lessons are introduced in 20-minute segments to small groups of 6–8 children, as designed for preschool settings

Target Learners

  • Preschool children ages 3–5

Learning Goals

  • Science process skills of increasing complexity and foundational science concepts

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Key Sources

  • Brown, J. A., Greenfield, D. B., Bell, E., Juárez, C. L., Myers, T., & Nayfeld, I. (2013). Early Childhood Hands-On Science Efficacy Study. SREE Spring 2013 Conference Abstract. https://www.sree.org/
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title Sequenced small-group hands-on science lessons with integrated reinforcement activities
description The ECHOS instructional pattern pairs teacher-led small-group core science lessons with parallel integration activities for the rest of the class.
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