Critical Thinking in Action: Using CER for Science Writing Success (K-5) - 34822
In this session, K-5 elementary science and reading teachers will engage in collaborative activities to implement structured responses and critical thinking through the CER framework, utilizing TEKS vertical alignment, peer editing, and collaborative activities to enhance student writing and reasoning skills.
Audiences
Instructional Coaches/Support Specialists, Teacher - Early Childhood/PreK/Kindergarten, Teacher - Elementary (Grades 1-5), Assistant Principals, Teacher - Gifted Talented/Advanced Academics
Objectives
After participating in the "Critical Thinking in Action" training, elementary science teachers (K-5) will be able to implement the Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) framework by analyzing sample responses, constructing their own CER responses, and applying evaluation criteria to enhance critical thinking and scientific communication in their classrooms.
Session
63035
Fee
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Seats Left
30
T-TESS
1.1,1.3,1.4,2.1,4.3
Registration Deadline
10/6/2025
Credit Type
G/T- Update
Duration
04:00
T-PESS
Presenter
Monica Amyett ESC Region 11, Kimberly Smith ESC Region 11

For assistance contact:
Monica Amyett
Instructional Content Coach Science
mamyett@esc11.net

For assistance contact:
Jana Herrera
Coordinator Assistant
JHerrera@esc11.net
(817) 740-7698
Offered Again On
- 10/6/2025 8:00 am
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