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.

Schedule & Location
10/6/2025 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
ESC Region 11
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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
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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


Monica Amyett

For assistance contact:

Monica Amyett
Instructional Content Coach Science
mamyett@esc11.net

Jana Herrera

For assistance contact:

Jana Herrera
Coordinator Assistant
JHerrera@esc11.net
(817) 740-7698