In this episode, Erin and Nicole discuss strategies to integrate the Crosscutting Concepts into your three dimensional instruction.  The Crosscutting Concepts provide students with a "lens" through which to view phenomena, a tool to make connections between disciplines, and a strategy to understand and integrate new content into their existing understanding.  But how do you carry that out in the classroom? Erin outlines how she explicitly teaches the Crosscutting Concepts, and then both educators share strategies they use to incorporate the Crosscutting Concepts into their daily lessons.Resources Referenced:>> NSTA Crosscutting Concepts Matrix>> Crosscutting Concepts Crash Course from Sadler ScienceLearn more...>> Check out Nicole's blog and resources at iExploreScience!>> Check out Erin's blog and resources at SadlerScience!>> Enroll in the free, 4-day mini-course designed to kickstart your transition to the NGSS and discovery-style instruction - Kickstart Aha!>> Looking for a comprehensive professional development program that will give you a  step-by-step guide to "NGSSing" your science class? Check out the Explore To Aha! Academy.>> NGSS For Middle and High School Science Teachers Facebook Group