Materials World Modules 2002

材料世界模块（MWM）是以探究为基础的补充材料，弥合了传统科学课程与现实世界应用之间的差距。 最初的模块是基于内容的。 MWM-2002单元是以概念为基础的单元，旨在通过一系列实践学习经验，最终形成一个设计任务，作为概念理解的证据，发展“持久的理解”。 已经开发和测试了五个模块：物质的结构和性质，力和运动，材料和环境，溶液的性质，以及键合和极性。 待开发和实地测试的是纳米技术，导电性，催化反应动力学，生物技术，光和颜色。 这些单元是与教师合作开发的。 以调查为基础的设计模块与数字资源、基于视频的教师培训讲习班、实时教师评估、全面的学生评估和网络基础设施支持相结合。 教师可以根据当地情况在线定制模块。 对材料的评价包括学生成绩、教师满意度和是否符合标准。 为大规模传播寻求其他支助。

The Materials World Modules (MWM) are inquiry-based, supplementary materials that bridge the gap between traditional science curricula and real-world applications. The original modules were content based. The MWM-2002 modules are concept-based modules designed to develop "enduring understandings" through a series of hands-on learning experiences culminating in a design task, which serves as evidence of the conceptual understanding. Five modules have been developed and tested: Structure and Properties of Matter, Forces and Motion, Materials and the Environment, Properties of Solutions, and Bonding and Polarity. To be developed and field tested are Nanotechnology, Electrical Conductivity, Kinetics in Catalytic Reactions, Biotechnology, and Light and Color. The modules are developed in partnership with teachers. The inquiry-based, design modules are integrated with digital resources, video-based teacher training workshops, real-time teacher evaluations, comprehensive student assessments and cyberinfrastructure support. Teachers can customize on-line the modules for local conditions. Evaluation of the materials includes student outcomes, teacher satisfaction and alignment to standards. Other support is sought for large-scale dissemination.