Proposed Michigan Science Standards

The Michigan Science Standards (Based on NGSS; adopted November 2015),  are available at mi.gov/science

Excerpt from the Proposed Michigan K-12 Science Standards page 

The proposed Michigan Science Standards, along with resources that were developed in support of the adoption of these standards, are provided below.  Additional information will be provided based upon the standards adoption process.

Public Information Webinar on Proposed Michigan Science Standards for K-12 (recorded September 16, 2015)

Proposed Michigan K-12 Science Standards

Michigan K-12 Science Standards Public Comment Survey

Draft Guidance Document for Educators, Curriculum Leaders and Assessment Specialists on Michigan Science Standards

Science Standards Informational Brochure
Science Standards Informational Presentation Slides
Frequently Asked Questions on Proposed Michigan K-12 Science Standards (Version 2)
Framework for K-12 Science Education
Summary and Background on the Science Standards Development Process

A Content Comparison Analysis for the Next Generation Science Standards Development Process

Letter of Support from Michigan Science Teachers Association

A Vision and Considerations for Science Education in Michigan (Presentations to the State Board of Education):

• A Vision for Science Education in Michigan - May 2014
• Assessing the Teaching and Learning of Science - August 2014
• Transitional Models for Science Education - September 2014
• Teacher Preparation, Credentialing, and Professional Learning for Science Education - October 2014
• Michigan Science Standards - November 2014