Video: Importance of the Next Generation Science Standards
This overview video provides a quick look at the importance of Next Generation Science Standards.
Resource Library
The NGSS Network States and Partners support the creation of resources to help educators and administrators as they plan and develop systems of implementation of the Next Generation Science Standards. See below for links to download these materials. These resources are generally provided under a Creative Commons Attribution License. Under this license, with proper attribution, educators may use or adapt materials. See specific resources for any exceptions for licensing. Also note that these resources are intended as drafts that will continually be improved as the NGSS Network receives feedback on their effectiveness.
Video: Making Claims From Evidence
This video highlights teaching and learning about making claims from evidence in a Grade 2 classroom.
Watch this video to learn more about the NGSS Accelerated Model Course Pathways.
This video highlights the NGSS EQuIP Rubric: Using Phenomena.
This video highlights the NGSS Vision for K-12 Science Education.
This video highlights NGSS Crosscutting Concepts in a teacher professional development setting.
This video highlights NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas in a teacher professional development setting.
This video highlights NGSS Science and Engineering Practices in a teacher professional development setting.
Video: Why NGSS?
This video underscores why the time is right to use the Next Generation Science Standards.
Why K-12 Science Standards Matter
A short document summarizing the development of the NGSS and why K-12 science standards are important.