2017 Conference Workshops
Workshops are open to all participants at the conference. If you wish to attend any of the following workshops below you MUST pre-register. On the registration form you will be able to check which workshops you wish to attend.
THURSDAY, March 16
W1 - 9-10:50 AM NGSS Ready - You Can Do This! FULL
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Presenters: Dr. Hector Martin & Karin Strasser
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Bring your own device and a sincere desire to learn more about the NGSS 5E Instructional Model framework for lesson plan building and implementation strategies.
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Cost = $0
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LIMIT 25
W2 – 8 - 9:50am & again W3 – 10 -11:50am (Held twice)
Using Flowcharts to Connect Structure and Function
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Presenters: Matthew Vick, Ph.D. & Nancy Stevens, Ph.D.
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This workshop will present methods to guide students through reading visual diagrams of body systems and creating flowcharts to show their conceptual understanding or misconceptions.
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Cost = $0
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LIMIT 25
W4 – 8 – 11:50am NASA Borrowing the Lunar Rock certification
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Presenter: Susan Kohler
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Learn how to use lunar rock samples to engage students in STEM activities. Educators will be certified to borrow the lunar samples from NASA.
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Cost = $0
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MINIMUM 15, MAX 40
W5 - 2 - 3:50pm Beers of the World FULL
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Presenter: Ray Scolavino
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We will take a virtual journey around the world and discuss the different beers made throughout the world. Samples will be provided.
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Cost = $10
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LIMIT 25
W6 - 8 – 9:50 am & again W7 - 10-11:50am (held twice) Fish Adaptations
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Presenter: Elizabeth Sutton
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The external features of a fish tell us about their habitat, food, and defense mechanisms. Explore the world of fish through anatomy and physiology.
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Cost = $0
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LIMIT 20
FRIDAY, March 17
W8 - 9 -10:50 am NGSS Ready - You Can Do This! FULL
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Presenters: Dr. Hector Martin & Karin Strasser
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Bring your own device and a sincere desire to learn more about the NGSS 5E Instructional Model framework for lesson plan building and implementation strategies.
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Cost = $0
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LIMIT 25
W9 - 8 -10:50 AM Engineering in the Upper Elementary Classroom
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Presenter: Jay Garvey Shah
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This workshop will provide participants with a hands-on introduction to engineering in the upper elementary classroom - motivation, NGSS, integration, and grand challenges.
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Cost = $4.50
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LIMIT 40
Saturday, March 18
W10 – 8 -9:50 AM The Case of the Missing Babysitter--An Experience in the Science of Criminal Investigation
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Julie Srenaski, Ann Mathu, Kathy Fabry, & Mary Gillis
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School science often lacks Reality. This classroom-tested unit places middle school students in the middle of a criminal investigation using scientific inquiry, standard lab procedures, technological resources, organizational skills, and good discipline.
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Cost = $15
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LIMIT 25