Professional Development

Come experience the vision for K-4 science! During this two-day opportunity, educators will explore the Arkansas K-4 science standards by engaging in grade-specific investigations. Student-focused learning through the integration of science, math and literacy skills will be highlighted. Two follow-up PD days will be offered along with opportunities for classroom-level support. TESS Components: 1a, 1d, 1e, […]

Power of Water Institute II http://ualr.edu/stemcenter/power-of-water-institute/ The UALR STEM Education Center in collaboration with Central Arkansas Water are excited to host the 2nd Annual Power of Water Institute for fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, and eighth grade teachers, June 11th – June 15th, 2018. The goals of the Power of Water are to increase teachers’ ability to plan effective instruction […]

Come experience a new vision for the high school science experience! During this three-day conference, educators will engage in phenomenon-based investigations aligned to the new Biology, Physical Science, and Chemistry Integrated courses.  Student-focused learning through the application of science, math and literacy skills will be highlighted. Two follow-up PD days will be offered along with […]

For those teachers who teach PreK-2nd grade, Dawson will be having training on June 12th at Dawson Education Cooperative in Arkadelphia, AR for the following:   DSC PBSKids and ScratchJr Learning to Code Participants will explore creative coding for young children through the use of PBSKidsScratchJr by designing interactive stories, games, and animations through the use of […]

Technology in the Forest Workshop June 14-15, 2018 Monticello, Arkansas This 2-day interactive workshop will focus on state-of-the-art technology used by natural resource professionals in the field. Session topics will include: *   Surveying *   GIS/GPS *   Drone technology *   Useful phone app technology *   Timber Harvesting Equipment *   Technological advances in the field of forestry […]

This session is for teachers who need more practice in “How to Read the New Science Standards”.  These standards are unlike any we have used before. Focus of the session will be: finding the standards, reading the standards, understand what 3D lesson means, and comparison of AR K-12 science standards and the next generation science […]

Are you looking for a new curriculum that meets the rigorous demands of our state standards and supports the Arkansas Department of Education’s vision to lead the nation in student-focused education? This training will introduce you to a NEW, FREE resource provided by Open Up Resources called Illustrative Mathematics 6-8 Math Curriculum (IM). This curriculum […]

Have you been hearing of the super cool movement that's sweeping classrooms across the nation? Have you been wondering where to start? This is a session for beginners. We will explore the motivation and research behind it and then move into how to begin, setup, and manage, and maintain your space. TESS Components: 1a, 1d, […]

Get ready to play! Bring your device because there will be a STRONG technology component. Easy ways to add in Breakouts, MakerSpaces, Project Based Learning, and Technology to your Science Curriculum TESS Components: 1a, 1d, 1e, 3a, 3b, 3c   https://www.escweb.net/ar_esc/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=346901

Be prepared to write, edit, and revise in a true Writer's Workshop atmosphere. We will use content to springboard into writing and vice versa. It doesn't matter if you believe you are a "good" writer or one who struggles. Everyone has a story and even in content areas we can craft them! Come with a […]

Learn strategies to increase student engagement and excitement during this hands-on science workshop. Participants will experience books, activities, and other resources needed to incorporate simple inexpensive science lessons in K-2 classrooms. TESS Components: 2b, 2c, 3a, 3b, 3c

Come experience the vision for middle-school science! During this three-day opportunity, educators will explore science phenomena, reflect on instructional strategies, and make connections to the new Arkansas K-12 Science Standards.  Student-focused learning through the application of science, math and literacy skills will be highlighted. NOTE: Participation in all three days of this session meets the […]