The Good Life EDU Podcast

The Good Life EDU Podcast


Great Minds Think Like Scientists at Elm Creek Elementary: An HQIM Success Story

October 05, 2024

In this episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast, we dive into how Elm Creek Elementary is using High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) to transform the learning experience in science for their students. Elm Creek Elementary principal Terah Williams and 4th-6th grade science teacher Katie Holland join Dianah Steinbrink of ESU 10 to share their journey with implementing PhD Science. Throughout the episode, listeners will learn how hands-on learning, inquiry-based models, and innovative teaching practices are engaging students in authentic scientific thinking.


Whether you're an educator looking to enhance your science instruction or are simply curious about new teaching methods, this episode is packed with insights and practical takeaways.


To learn more about PhD Science, visit https://greatminds.org/science/phdscience


To access the Nebraska Department of Education's repository of formative tasks for grades 5-8, visit https://www.education.ne.gov/assessment/science-classroom-formative-task-repository-for-grades-5-8/ and contact NDE.


To learn more about the science support and upcoming science-related events hosted by ESU 10, reach out to Dianah Steinbrink https://esu10.org/about/staff-directory