Developing and validating Next Generation Science Standards‐aligned learning progression to track three‐dimensional learning of electrical interactions in high …

L Kaldaras, H Akaeze, J Krajcik - Journal of Research in …, 2021 - Wiley Online Library
The Framework for K‐12 science education (The Framework) and Next Generation Science
Standards (NGSS) emphasize the usefulness of learning progressions in helping align …

I am done with this! Women dropping out of engineering majors

S González-Pérez, M Martínez-Martínez… - Frontiers in …, 2022 - frontiersin.org
Women are still underrepresented in STEM careers (Science, Technology, Engineering, and
Mathematics). One of the possible drivers behind this gender gap in the labour market is the …

Cognitive framework for blended mathematical sensemaking in science

L Kaldaras, C Wieman - International Journal of STEM Education, 2023 - Springer
Background Blended mathematical sensemaking in science (“Math-Sci sensemaking”)
involves deep conceptual understanding of quantitative relationships describing scientific …

Student conceptions, conceptual change, and learning progressions

J Krajcik, N Shin - Handbook of research on science education, 2023 - api.taylorfrancis.com
Attention to improving science education has grown nationally and globally, as science and
policy communities find themselves challenged by complex real-world problems that have …

Developing valid assessments in the era of generative artificial intelligence

L Kaldaras, HO Akaeze, MD Reckase - Frontiers in Education, 2024 - frontiersin.org
Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) holds tremendous potential to transform the field of
education because GAI models can consider context and therefore can be trained to deliver …

Validation of automated scoring for learning progression-aligned next generation science standards performance assessments

L Kaldaras, KC Haudek - Frontiers in Education, 2022 - frontiersin.org
Introduction The Framework for K-12 Science Education promotes supporting the
development of knowledge application skills along previously validated learning …

Developing and validating an Next Generation Science Standards‐aligned construct map for chemical bonding from the energy and force perspective

L Kaldaras, HO Akaeze, J Krajcik - Journal of Research in …, 2023 - Wiley Online Library
Chemical bonding is central to explaining many phenomena. Research in chemical
education and the Framework for K–12 Science Education (the Framework) argue for new …

Rubric development for AI-enabled scoring of three-dimensional constructed-response assessment aligned to NGSS learning progression

L Kaldaras, NR Yoshida, KC Haudek - Frontiers in education, 2022 - frontiersin.org
Introduction The Framework for K-12 Science Education (the Framework) and the Next-
Generation Science Standards (NGSS) define three dimensions of science: disciplinary core …

Instructional model for teaching blended math-science sensemaking in undergraduate science, technology, engineering, and math courses using computer …

L Kaldaras, C Wieman - Physical Review Physics Education Research, 2023 - APS
The ability to express scientific concepts in mathematical terms and integrate scientific and
mathematical reasoning about a phenomenon is a foundational cognitive process involved …

Employing technology-enhanced feedback and scaffolding to support the development of deep science understanding using computer simulations

L Kaldaras, KD Wang, JE Nardo, A Price… - International Journal of …, 2024 - Springer
Constructivist learning theories consider deep understanding of the content to be the result
of engagement in relevant learning activities with appropriate scaffolding that provides the …