LASER Model
About the Intervention
The LASER (Leadership and Assistance for Science Education Reform) Model is a systemic approach to science education reform that targets elementary and middle schools. The model involves implementing inquiry-based science curriculum with hands-on activities, professional development for teachers, instructional materials and equipment, and ongoing support from regional science education centers. Schools receive comprehensive science kits, teacher training on inquiry-based instruction, and assistance in establishing sustainable science programs. The intervention is delivered at the school level with all students in participating schools receiving the treatment through their regular classroom teachers over multiple years.
Statistical Findings
No statistically significant effect on science achievement for elementary cohort overall
Positive effect on open-ended science assessment for elementary ELL students
Positive effect on performance task assessment for elementary ELL students
Positive effect on performance task assessment for elementary IEP students
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Focus Areas
N/APrograms & Services
General EducationDelivery Methods
Face-to-FaceDisability Support
N/ATarget Groups
Student(s), Teachers/Instructional Teams, Schoolwide PolicySource
Brenda, G., Christine, B., Marty, A. & Todd, Z. (2017). The LASER Model: A Systemic and Sustainable Approach for Achieving High Standards in Science Education. SSEC i3 Validation Final Report of Confirmatory and Exploratory Analyses [Updated] (ED617222). ERIC. https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED617222.pdf.
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