Engaging Students through Problem Solving and Design in STEM ++ Science - February 27 - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This workshop will examine best practices that encourage students to apply mathematical and scientific reasoning when identifying and analyzing problems related to their communities. By participating in problem-based learning activities that focus on higher-order thinking skills, participants understand how to plan and assess engaging STEM activities. Bring your Science Textbook with you! Activities are aligned to CA Science Standards and CCSS for ELA and Math.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to
Engaging Students through Problem Solving Resources
Using Digital Portfolios to Enhance ELA with STEM++ - March 20 - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Activities in this session are aligned to the Common Core Standards for ELA. This workshop is useful for all content teachers. Many schools are using ePortfolios to provide assessment opportunities. Understand the ePortfolios process to give students the opportunity to showcase their learning. Additionally, learn how to use wikispaces or other wikis in the classroom.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Using Digital Portfolios Resources
“Tradigital History”- April 17 - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This workshop will start by focusing on the uses of digital historical resources and encouraging students to use analysis skills while exploring photographs from throughout history. The session will also show examples of how educators can use audio, video and Web 2.0 tools (including Socrative.com, and twitter.com) to engage students!
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Connecting Gen C with STEM++ in Math - May 15 - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This workshop will focus on the integration of technology into the STEM++ classroom. While this workshop will have a focus on Math, we will also look at 21st Century skills in all content areas that enhance the common core. Activities are aligned to CA Science Standards and Common Core Standards for ELA and Math.
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Connecting Gen C with STEM++ in Math Resources