Science

Program Overview

The science consultant team at Heartland AEA strives to collaborate with multiple stakeholders to support the development of scientifically-literate, global citizens. It is our mission to support and advance the implementation of the Iowa Core Science Standards and the development of high-quality science experiences for all students.

Heartland AEA offers a variety of services in the area of scientific knowledge and skills. Consultants provide assistance in designing curriculum, coaching instruction and using technology for science instruction.

Areas of Support

  • Implementing the Iowa Core Science Standards and Universal Constructs
  • Designing rigorous and engaging science instruction
  • Developing science assessments
  • Reviewing or adopting new science curriculum
  • Promoting equity in science classrooms
  • Integrating STEM
  • Incorporating environmental education
  • Utilizing science resources
  • Integrating science with other disciplines
  • Supporting science PLCs

Resources

Iowa Department of Education: Science

Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

Important Contacts

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Delaney Ashley 9539B9B7E7E05

Ashley Delaney

  • Curriculum Consultant - Science

Education: Bachelor’s degree, history, political science and education, Iowa State University; Master’s degree, human development and family studies, Iowa State University; Master’s degree, curriculum and instruction, Drake University; Ph.D., education, Iowa State University

Experience: 7 years as a secondary social sciences teacher, 7 years as a K-12 gifted and talented teacher and administrator, 3 years as a secondary math teacher, 3 years as a secondary science teacher, 4 years as a K-12 computer science and STEM consultant

Expertise: strategic planning, change management, curriculum planning and implementation, assessment design, standards-based grading and reporting, instructional design, work-based learning, integrated computer science, STEM education, science for students with significant disabilities, inquiry-based learning, problem- and project-based learning, OpenSciEd training, 21st Century skills

Professional affiliations: Computer Science Teachers Association, National Science Teaching Association, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, North American chapter of the International Group for the Psychology of Mathematics Education, School Science & Mathematics Association, National Association for Gifted Children, Council for Exceptional Children

Puderbaugh Adam E8DE336DF3818

Adam Puderbaugh

  • Curriculum Consultant - Science

Science