You may call them an extension, elaborate, or enrichment activities. No matter what you call them, they often lack meaning in a traditional classroom. 

In this episode, Nicole and Erin discuss what these episodes look like in a traditional science classroom.  Then, they discuss why you might want to rethink some of these strategies.  Finally, they provide some ideas for what to do instead.  Click here for the full episode recap.

Other Resources:

• How to Really Use the 5E Model (Podcast Episode)
• Integrate Engineering: A How-to Guide for Science Teachers

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