Science support materials The ARCT (Assessment Research for Classroom Teachers) project promotes classroom-based research as an integral part of developing ARB resources. ARB resources are based on our own, national, and international research. We present research information in formats relevant to a variety of audiences.  We provide evidence-based information to support teachers' assessment practices. • Planet Earth     Water cycle     Water cycle research • Language of science • Inter-relationships (ecology)     common alternative ideas     thinking about systems • Vocabulary     Scientific vocabulary     Prefixes and suffixes     Language barriers • Investigations     Science investigations     Why "dissolving" is a difficult idea? • Additional activities     Rolling cars [pdf] ARB Home    Please Note: ARB material may be reproduced for school-based assessment purposes, not for sale or other purposes.   The ARBs   Assessment information   Support materials   Help   Contact us   Site map

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