{"product_id":"making-sense-of-sensemaking-designing-authentic-k-12-stem-learning-experiences-paperback-softback-9780807786864","title":"Making Sense of Sensemaking; Designing Authentic K–12 STEM Learning Experiences (Paperback \/ softback) 9780807786864","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eMaking Sense of Sensemaking\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eDesigning Authentic K–12 STEM Learning Experiences\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eTJ McKenna (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9780807786864\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 23 May 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e176 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.9 x 15.6 x 0.9 cm, 0.666 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDive into the transformative world of science education with this \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eMaking Sense of Sensemaking\u003c\/em\u003e, readers will learn how to \u003cstrong\u003enavigate the journey from traditional teaching to a dynamic, student-centered approach\u003c\/strong\u003e that emphasizes understanding over rote learning. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrounded in the latest educational research and \u003cstrong\u003ealigned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this book provides practical strategies for creating K–12 classrooms where students actively engage in scientific practices, explore real-world problems, and build knowledge through inquiry and collaboration. Readers will learn how to design lessons that foreground sensemaking through the integration of disciplinary core ideas, crosscutting concepts, and science and engineering practices to make learning relevant and exciting. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeachers, educational leaders, and professional development providers will find valuable insights for supporting teachers in this shift, ensuring that science education becomes more equitable and effective for all learners. \u003cem\u003eMaking Sense of Sensemaking\u003c\/em\u003e provides the \u003cstrong\u003etools and inspiration to elevate science education and cultivate scientifically literate citizens\u003c\/strong\u003e ready to tackle the challenges of the future.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003eDescribes what sensemaking is, why it is important, and how to design learning experiences that foreground sensemaking.\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eProvides tangible examples of sensemaking experiences that can easily be incorporated into work in K–12 classrooms, university methods courses (preservice), and professional learning sessions (inservice).  \u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eShows how to develop teacher capacity for sensemaking and ways to build sensemaking into a lifelong journey of learning. \u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eProvides models, pedagogical strategies, and tangible examples that can be immediately implemented.\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eOffers guidance and rubrics for assessing STEM learning experiences in K–12 classrooms.\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003cli\u003eFor more resources, including a searchable phenomena library, check out ngssphenomena.com.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction  1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA New Vision for Science Education  4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is Sensemaking and Why Is It Important?  5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Roles of Phenomena and Problems  6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelpful Misconceptions?  8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMessy Real-World Data  10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeeping Learning Coherent From Both the Teacher's and the Students' Perspectives  12\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use This Book  13\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.  Getting Started: How Do We Create a Culture of Sensemaking?  14\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Introduce Sensemaking in Classrooms  16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Complexities of Phenomena  18\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Challenges of Setting Norms for Productive Sensemaking  23\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Importance of Explanations in Science Education  26\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.  Designing Learning Experiences That Foreground Sensemaking  30\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructional Units Grounded in Sensemaking and Coherence From the Student Perspective  31\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking as a Social Endeavor  33\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking Means That Ideas Change Over Time  37\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking Builds Incrementally Over Time  38\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquitable Sensemaking  39\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking: Students as Experts  43\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking and Multilingual Learners  44\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking in Elementary Classrooms  47\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Role of Technology and Engineering in Sensemaking for Young Children  51\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking in Secondary Classrooms  56\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking in Out-of-Classroom Settings  63\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Strategies for Sensemaking in Out-of-School Settings  64\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmbracing Sensemaking as a Path Forward  66\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3.  Pedagogical Strategies for Facilitating Sensemaking  68\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Strategies to Introducing Mini-Reasoning Experiences  70\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportance of Mini-Reasoning Experiences  74\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlighting the Three Dimensions With Sensemaking  76\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMoving From Explainer to Facilitator of Learning  82\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking With Technology  88\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4.  Assessing Sensemaking  93\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTEM Notebooks  95\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscourse Circles and Student-Driven Discussions  98\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExample Rubrics for Assessing Sensemaking  100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5.  Developing Teacher Capacity for Sensemaking  129\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethods Courses  132\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensemaking Rehearsals  133\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Learning for Inservice Teachers  139\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeading Professional Development Programs Focused on Sensemaking for Inservice Teachers  143\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation for STEM Coaches and Administrators  147\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupporting Sensemaking at the District Level  149\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Words: Building Capacity for Teacher Sensemaking  149\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusion: A New Vision for STEM Education: Sensemaking as a Lifelong Pursuit  151\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences  153\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndex  157\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author  163\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Teachers College Press","offers":[{"title":"Brand 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