Print version: Pratt, Harold. NSTA reader’s guide to a framework for K-12 science education : practices, crosscutting concepts, and core ideas. Arlington, Virginia : NSTA Press, 2012 71 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm. ISBN 1936959755 ISBN 9781938946196
Introduction: A new conceptual framework -- Guiding assumptions and organization of the framework -- Dimension 1: scientific and engineering practices -- Dimension 2: crosscutting concepts -- Dimension 3: disciplinary core ideas: physical sciences -- Dimension 3: disciplinary core ideas: life sciences -- Dimension 3: disciplinary core ideas: earth and space sciences -- Dimension 3: disciplinary core ideas: engineering, technology, and applications of science -- Integrating the three dimensions -- Implementation: curriculum, instruction, teacher development, and assessment -- Equity and diversity in science and engineering education -- Guidance for standards developers -- Looking toward the future: research and development to inform K-12 science education standards.