(112) Neuroscience of Learning: Harnessing Data to Evaluate Efficacy for Science Resources

1.30pm – 2.30pm MST, 28 February 2025 ‐ 1 hour

Room: Aspen Amphitheater

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Science education in the United States is facing an unprecedented crisis. Despite its critical role in shaping the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and global citizens, science has not received the attention it urgently deserves in K-12 education. Declining science scores and reduced time allocated to science is jeopardizing our students’ futures and our nation’s global competitiveness.

In this dynamic and thought-provoking session, Dr. Steve Miller, a nationally recognized expert in educational performance and founder of Elite Performance Solutions, will illuminate the challenges confronting science education today. Drawing from his extensive research and fieldwork, Dr. Miller will discuss the critical need to prioritize science education and share actionable strategies for driving improvement. He will connect to the Data Science theme that NSELA has outlined for the event, as well as assisting with transformative education. 

Key highlights of the session include:

1.     Understanding the Crisis:

•    A deep dive into the data behind declining science scores and its implications for students, educators, and society at large.

2.     Actionable Solutions:

•   Criteria for selecting high-quality, research-based science materials that align with state standards and promote student engagement.
• The importance of implementing materials with fidelity to ensure measurable outcomes.
• Real-world examples of how thoughtful material selection and implementation have transformed science instruction in diverse settings.

3.     Industry Analysis:

• Insights from Dr. Miller’s recent analysis of industry tools and resources designed to improve science education.
• Evidence-based expectations for efficacy and strategies for monitoring impact at the district and school levels.

4.     Empowering Science Leaders:

• Practical guidance for science education leaders on how to advocate for and secure the resources necessary to enhance science instruction.

Attendees will leave this session equipped with actionable tools, and evaluation criteria, to elevate science education in their schools and districts. By taking deliberate, strategic steps, we can ensure that science regains its rightful place at the forefront of K-12 education and empower the next generation to thrive in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.