Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
Chemistry Engineering Inquiry NGSS Phenomena Physical Science Safety Science and Engineering Practices Three-Dimensional Learning High School
Articles 1 - 1 of 1
Full-Text Articles in Education
Airbags As Real-Life Applications For Science, Carly A. Rock, Brooke A. Whitworth
Airbags As Real-Life Applications For Science, Carly A. Rock, Brooke A. Whitworth
Publications
At the core of an effective model-based inquiry (MBI) unit is a scientifically rich, complex phenomenon that serves as the reason for engagement and drives student sensemaking and investigations throughout the unit. Engaging in iterative attempts to explain phenomena over the course of an MBI unit allows the opportunity for students to construct evidence-based explanations that are refined over time with various science practices. We provide an example of using MBI as an instructional model to facilitate students’ conceptual understanding of chemical reactions.