A Futures Approach to Science Education: Centering Justice in Anchoring Phenomena

The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) represent a transformative shift in science education, emphasizing a more integrated and holistic approach to science instruction. The NGSS encourage students to engage in making sense of disciplinary core ideas through the use of scientific practices and the integration of crosscutting concepts. This approach aims to develop a deeper understanding of science and its applications, preparing students to navigate and address real-world problems. In this way, the NGSS foster a classroom environment where students actively participate in their learning journey, cultivating critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for the twenty-first century (NGSS Lead States. (NGSS Lead States. (2013). Next generation science standards: For states, by states. The National Academies Press.). Next generation science standards: For states, by states. The National Academies Press).