Grasping Phenomenal Science: Formative Assessment (Pre-AP certification) What does formative assessment look like in the science classroom? Participants will examine and revise assessment tasks to elicit evidence of student understanding of the three dimensions. Revised tasks will then be evaluated using the ACT Aspire performance level descriptors and other resources. 6 hour session Participation in […]

You have a task, but now what? By using the before, during, and after approach, teachers will have a structure for implementing tasks. Teachers will find connections among formative assessment, Effective Mathematics Teaching Practices, and Standards for Mathematical Practices. Resources for finding tasks will be shared.   Session Information  Thursday July 11, 2019   8:30 am […]

Many activities exist to engage learners with rich mathematical content. Through these activities, data collection allows learners to investigate, model, and -analyze rich mathematical concepts with the assistance of technology. Participants will engage in a variety of technology opportunities to explore mathematics at a deep level.   Session Information  Thursday  July 11, 2019     8:30 am […]

Friday July 12: Grasping Phenomenal Science: Interpretation of Data (Pre-AP certification) – 6 hrs Location: NWAESC                                                                                                                                        How can engaging in Science and Engineering Practices contribute to student success?  Participants will use strategies, tools, and resources to learn how to support students in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. This practice supports student success as measured through […]

Complex programming for Vex Robotics using Vex Coding Studio to allow teams and instructors to do more with the V5 systems. This builds upon the information in the introduction to Vex Coding Studio.  - Using sensors in autonomous programming - The use of functions in Vex Coding Studio - Multitasking - Vision Sensor Programming - […]

Learn from a highly qualified ISTE and Google certified educator, Dr. Trumble. Come learn how to enhance your classroom practice using G-Suite for Education. Learn about the Google tools that encourage communication, collaboration, and curation. Find out about all the hidden options, special features, and connection tools in G-Suite. Each session is customized for you […]

Argument Driven Inquiry (ADI) (WDMESC and Harding STEM) The Argument-Driven Inquiry (ADI) instructional model is a tool for science teachers. Teachers can use ADI to transform the way they teach labs so students have more opportunities to learn how to use Disciplinary Core Ideas (DCIs), Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs) and Science/Engineering Practices (SEPs) to figure out […]

This session will be an introduction to 3D printing in the classroom. This workshop includes 3D printer from NWA3D! We’ll cover how to operate and troubleshoot your new printer and go over 3D printing lesson plans from the PrintLab Portal! Follow up support is also provided.  Please bring a Windows or Mac laptop with the […]