Teaching Strategies in Amplify Science

The webinar, led by Maggie and Andy, discusses transitioning to remote teaching, planning with flowcharts, organizing teaching materials, and using Amplify Science. Andy shares his experiences, including challenges with pacing and writing, and successes in student discourse. He highlights changes in his teaching approach, focusing on student voice and bilingual support. The session concludes with remote learning tips.

What is the main purpose of the Amplify Science Facebook group mentioned in the webinar?

• To provide technical support for Amplify products

• To offer a platform for teachers to connect and share ideas

• To sell Amplify Science materials

• To host online science competitions

How does Andy approach planning for a new unit?

• He uses only textbooks for planning

• He relies on student feedback for planning

• He plans each lesson daily

• He outlines the entire unit at the start

What tool does Andy find helpful for mapping out unit questions and paths?

• A lesson planner app

• A flowchart

• A digital calendar

• A whiteboard

Why does Andy keep materials out and organized for students?

• To save time during cleanup

• To allow students to make connections between activities

• To prevent materials from getting lost

• To make the classroom look busy

What challenge did Andy face with the pacing of the units?

• Units were too short

• Units were not engaging

• Units were too long and dense

• Units lacked enough activities

How did Andy address the challenge of student writing in the Amplify curriculum?

• By providing quick and specific feedback

• By reducing writing assignments

• By using only multiple-choice questions

• By focusing solely on oral presentations

What is one success Andy has experienced with Amplify Science?

• Improved test scores

• Simplified lesson planning

• Increased student engagement in discussions

• Reduced need for classroom materials

How does Andy support his Spanish-speaking students in science?

• By teaching only in Spanish

• By using Spanish materials and bridging languages

• By avoiding Spanish in the classroom

• By using translation apps

What is Andy's main tip for remote learning?

• Focus on covering as much content as possible

• Use less material and keep students curious

• Rely heavily on technology

• Assign more homework

What benefit does Andy see in using Amplify kits?

• They allow more focus on instruction rather than preparation

• They are cost-effective

• They require no teacher input

• They are easy to customize