Teaching with the 5E Model in Science

About the Workshop

Teaching with the 5E Model in Science will enable teachers to effectively use Gizmos in the context of the 5E Model for science instruction. The course combines hands-on activities and Gizmo simulations to enhance student engagement and understanding. Participants discuss the 5E instructional model and its benefits. The instructor demonstrates how Gizmos can be used in the context of each of the 5 E's.

Resources for Teachers

Helpful resources for you to download.

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Agenda Downloads
Share the agenda with the teachers that will be attending the workshop and add the date, time, and location to use as an informational flyer.
Lesson Planning Resources
Density Worksheets: You can customize Gizmos lesson materials to fit the needs of your students and your curriculum. There are examples with elementary and secondary Density worksheets. They are for use in the Explain, Extend, and Evaluate phases of the 5E model.
Lesson Planning Graphic Organizers: Use this template to plan a 5E lesson.
Lesson Planning Support: Review all of the web pages that were shared during the webinar.
Remote Learning Resources
Integrating Digital Tools and Gizmos: Get ideas for how to integrate Gizmos into your remote learning lessons.
Quick Guide: Using Gizmos from Home: Share this helpful guide with parents so they can assist their children who are using Gizmos at home.
Remote Learning with Gizmos Tips: Learn how to use Gizmos virtually with this collection of tips.
Workshop Resources
5E Teacher-Student Behavior Handout: Share this handout to allow others new to 5E to fill in their ideas about teacher and student behavior for each E in the model.
BSCS Do’s and Don’ts: Use the Biological Science Curriculum Studies table to compare what is consistent and inconsistent with the 5E model for both teachers and students.
Gizmo Quick Start Guide
Everything you need to know to get around the Gizmos website.

Everybody's Talking About Gizmos

“Walked away with a lesson plan that I can immediately use. Instructor was knowledgeable. Time was managed and well used."

- Teacher, Warwick Public Schools, Warwick Vets Middle School

“This was an excellent training. The instructor tied the use of Gizmos into the learning cycle in a way that helped me visualize how I may integrate it into my instruction.”

- Teacher, Rogers Public School, Middle School