Core Resources for Math & Science Educators
1. Lesson Study Tools
- Virtual Lesson Study Facilitator Playbook – Step-by-step guide for facilitating virtual lesson study cycles.
- NGSS-Aligned Lesson Planning Template – Structured tool to design phenomenon-based, three-dimensional science lessons.
- Observation and Reflection Protocols – Printable templates to record student thinking and guide post-lesson discussion.
- Student Work Analysis Guides – Tools to help educators focus on equity and understanding during debriefs.
2. Math Instruction Resources
- Pathway to Equitable Math Instruction Toolkit – Five-stride framework to support equitable, anti-racist math teaching.
- California Mathematics Framework (CMF) – Guidance for curriculum design and instructional practices aligned with CA math standards.
- Number Talks & Instructional Routines – Resources for developing mathematical reasoning and discourse in classrooms.
- Mathematics Lesson Study Hub (CPMSE) – Real examples, videos, and templates for math-focused collaborative lesson planning.
3. Science Instruction Resources
- California Science Framework (CSF) – Implementation guide for Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).
- NGSS@NSTA Hub – Lesson examples, assessment tools, and webinars from the National Science Teaching Association.
- 3D Instructional Task Screener – Rubric to evaluate if tasks reflect NGSS three-dimensional learning.
- Phenomena Bank (CA NGSS Collaborative) – Collection of real-world phenomena to anchor science lessons.
4. Equity & Leadership Resources
- Dismantling Racism in Math Instruction Guide – Explores how white supremacy culture manifests in math classrooms and how to disrupt it.
- Equity Walkthrough Tool (CPMSE) – Tool to observe and reflect on equitable participation and access in classrooms.
- STEM Equity Rubrics – Instruments to assess curriculum, instruction, and school climate through an equity lens.
- Facilitation and Leadership Development Modules – Training materials for building local capacity.
5. Community of Practice (CoP) Resources
- CoP Launch Toolkit – Step-by-step guide to start a local or regional math/science Community of Practice.
- Team Planning Agendas & Reflection Logs – Weekly/monthly templates to structure ongoing CoP work.
- Case Studies from CA CoPs – Real-world stories of how CoPs transformed instruction in districts across the state.
- Shared Drive Resource Repositories – Collaborative folders often maintained by county offices or CPMSE.
6. Professional Learning Platforms
- CPMSE Online Resource Portal – Regional hub for event info, learning modules, and downloadable materials.
- CSTA (California Science Teachers Association) – NGSS-aligned PD, conferences, and teacher support groups.
- California Math Council (CMC) – Annual math educator conferences and journals.
- WestEd NGSS Tools – Formative assessment resources, rubrics, and professional learning modules.
