Concerns and Criticisms of NGSS

Utah is adopting national science standards, NGSS, which are criticized for being less effective than current state standards. Concerns include lack of pilot testing, lower ratings by the Fordham Foundation, and integration of scientific disciplines. The video urges parents to comment during the public period to ensure accountability and maintain educational quality.

What is a major concern about adopting national science standards in Utah?

• They focus too much on technology.

• They are too advanced for students.

• They reduce local control over education.

• They are more expensive.

What is the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) criticized for?

• Being too easy for students.

• Lack of transparency in adoption.

• Being outdated.

• Focusing too much on mathematics.

What is one of the main criticisms of the NGSS according to the Fordham Foundation?

• They are too difficult for high school students.

• They are not aligned with college standards.

• They lack sufficient mathematics content.

• They are too focused on biology.

Why is integrated science considered a problem in the NGSS?

• It is not recognized by colleges.

• It is too expensive to implement.

• Teachers are not trained in general science.

• It requires new textbooks.

What is missing from the high school content in the NGSS?

• Chemistry and Physics

• Environmental Science

• Biology

• Astronomy

How are controversial topics treated in the NGSS?

• As open for debate.

• As settled science.

• As optional content.

• As outdated information.

What is the current status of Utah's ACT science scores compared to the national average?

• Not tested.

• Equal to the national average.

• Above the national average.

• Below the national average.

What is the suggested action for parents regarding the new science standards?

• Contact local politicians.

• Ignore the changes.

• Submit public comments.

• Organize protests.

Why is it important for parents to comment on the new standards?

• To reduce student workload.

• To ensure accountability to parents and taxpayers.

• To increase school funding.

• To improve teacher salaries.

What is the deadline for the public comment period mentioned in the video?

• January 15, 2016

• November 9, 2015

• February 28, 2016

• December 1, 2015