The POGIL 3-day regional workshop provides instructors from both high schools and colleges/universities with all levels of POGIL experience significant opportunities to enhance their professional development by gaining new insights into teaching and learning. There will be a sequence of workshop sessions specifically designed for those who are new to POGIL (introductory track), and also sessions for those with previous POGIL experience (intermediate and advanced tracks), including new components for 2013. POGIL philosophy and methodology, facilitation techniques, opportunities to write and review activities, along with poster and plenary sessions will be offered.
While the workshop's focus is on the STEM disciplines, attendees are encouraged from all disciplines.
Workshop fee is $295 (registration, materials, lunches/dinners). On-campus housing for two nights is provided for an additional $100 and includes two accompanying breakfasts. Space is limited, and early applications are encouraged.
For an additional fee of $50, participants in the POGIL regional workshops can choose to receive CEUs (Continuing Education Units) through Millersville University. There is an attendance requirement if you choose to pursue CEUs.
You must apply via the tab to the left in order to be considered for attendance at this meeting. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with decisions made on a rolling basis, typically within 2 weeks of application.
Click here to get more details about this workshop http://www.pogil.org/resources/workshop-resources-for-participants/regional-meetings.
The purpose of this conference is to host and conduct professional development workshops in biotechnology for high school educators to:
-Learn about the tools, foundational science, and applications of biotechnology
-Encourage student interest in relevant science, technology, and careers
-Support the new CTE Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Advanced Biotechnology in alignment with ACC Articulated Biology 1414, Introduction to Biotechnology.
Problem Based Learning (PBL) is an educational method that engages students in inquiry-based real world problem solving. In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the New England Board of Higher Education’s (NEBHE) web-based instructional materials called PBL Challenges (case studies) to enhance students’ content knowledge, critical thinking skills, and ability to work in teams. The PBL Challenges are based on authentic problems developed in partnership with industry in sustainable technologies, and optics and photonics.
In this pre-conference workshop, participants will experience problem-based learning as a student would, by working in teams to solve one of the web-based STEM PBL Challenges and presenting a solution, after which a compare and contrast discussion will ensue.
During the last hour of the workshop, the PBL instructors will provide access to password protected teacher’s resources sections of the PBL Projects website and will lead an open discussion on assessment and implementation strategies. Workshop participants will receive a complete package of PBL instructional materials to take back to the classroom for immediate use.
This free workshop is for San Francisco Bay area instructors interested in incorporating commercial building energy efficiency into their curriculum. Instructors will have the opportunity to analyze real data and examples projects to help them build curriculum of their own.
Topics covered include:
-Industry trends and local/state changes to energy codes
-Student-learning outcomes
-Recommended course sequences
-Curriculum infusion strategies into existing program sequences
-Lab requirements and setups
This two hour workshop provides information on how to match sparkling wines to food, where to find champagnes on a budget, and why you should be enjoying these drinks every week!
Problem Based Learning (PBL) is an educational method that engages students in inquiry-based real world problem solving to better prepare science, technology, engineering and mathematics students for higher education and the workplace. In this session, participants will learn how the New England Board of Higher Education's industry-based "Problem-Based Learning Challenges" are being incorporated into STEM courses in vocational and comprehensive high schools across the country to enhance student's content knowledge, critical thinking skills, and ability to work in teams. Participating instructors and administrators will be introduced to the online multimedia "PBL Challenges" (case studies) in the fields of sustainable technologies, optics and photonics field-tested by high school and college STEM instructors across the country. Participants will learn from experienced PBL instructors how to implement the challenges and assess both students teams and individuals engaged in problem based learning and will receive a complete package of PBL instructional materials to take back to the classroom for immediate use. Additionally, participants will learn how to apply to participate in NEBHE's newest PBL project, the Advanced Manufacturing Problem Based Learning (PHL) project.
DNA fingerprinting is a technique employed to assist in the identification of individuals by their respective DNA profiles. This STEM workshop for high school science teachers will introduce participants to hands-on laboratory technique, highlighting the basics of DNA fingerprinting. This will be achieved by covering the topics of DNA structure and function, restricting digestion of DNA, gel electrophoresis, and their applications in forensics. Teachers can integrate these concepts into biology or chemistry curricula as a way to interest students in current life science practices. Additionally, the workshop will introduce participants to concepts in metrology and micro-pipetting techniques. Teachers will work with biotechnology faculty at HCC Brandon and USF scientists to master these interdisciplinary STEM topics, which can be integrated into high school science curricula.
Participants in this online/hands-on hybrid course will learn how to perform a site assessment for a small wind system. The course will cover how to evaluate a site’s wind energy potential, determine wind speeds at proposed heights, make a load profile for a client’s energy needs, determine appropriate tower heights, and estimate kWh output for a system based upon wind resources.
To receive a MREA Wind Site Assessor Certificate, a participant will need to perform two practice site
assessments, pass a written test, and pay a $50 exam fee.
Format for this course:
The course will work online July 1-28, 2013, and then face-to-face on August 3-4.
This online course is designed for instructors looking to design and improve training programs for photovoltaic (PV) design, installation, and sales technicians. The instruction and resources in this course are designed for instructors looking to integrate PV content into their curriculum or design a program of study for PV Design and Installation or PV Technical Sales professionals. The course includes best practices for curriculum development, solar content integration, student hands-on experience, and career placement services. The course will share case studies of successful programs throughout the US and strategies for training program accreditation and professional certification for students. Participants in this course will gain access to curriculum resources including presentations, videos, manuals, and quizzes.
The aims of this workshop are to (i) provide a working understanding of theoretical and computational methods for understanding molecules and their reactivity in the gas- and liquid- phases, and (ii) introduce existing software for obtaining observable quantities describing such systems. The workshop is divided into two 1.5 hour interactive lectures separated by a break in the morning, and hands-on computer laboratory work in the afternoon. The latter is intended to help participants apply the methods and programs beyond the course.
Cyber Defense Training Camp is an intermediate level, 7 day summer program for high school men and women (rising juniors and seniors). Students will live on campus for one week (Sunday-Saturday) at the University of Maryland, College Park and expand their knowledge of cybersecurity. Students learn about these fields, visit local sites, and hear from a variety of speakers to learn more about the skills needed for this profession.
Technical experience is recommended, including networking, Cisco Academy, and/or Java programming.
The goal of this camp is to prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals through interactive learning, skill building, and utilization of available resources.
Working Connections IT Faculty Development Institute offers cutting-edge, cost-effect professional development opportunities to current high school and community college faculty that is often only available through expensive commercial training. Working Connections makes the newest technologies and industry trends available to attendees, as well as encourages the kind of networking and collaboration among educational and business leaders that can strengthen any IT educational program.
Working Connections training workshops offer several tracks that cover a range of the most in-demand topics in IT. The goal of Working Connections is to provide attendees with the expertise needed to teach their respective track in a subsequent semester, bringing the most current information to their classrooms either as a stand-alone course or as supplemental information to an existing course.
This hands-on training course explores installation, configuration, and management of VMware vSphereTM, which consists of ESXi and vCenter Server. The course is based on ESXi 5 and vCenter Server 5. Completion of this course satisfies as a prerequisite to take the VMware Certified Professional 5 exam. Faculty participants who complete this course may enroll in any of several more-advanced vSphere courses. See www.vmware.com/education for advanced course options.
By instituting this program, VMware seeks to create a collaborative relationship with academic institutions whereby their students may obtain the VMware Certified Professional (VCP) status and other VMware certifications.
This course includes both online and in-person elements. Faculty can earn 3 graduate credits through the University of Illinois - Springfield by enrolling in an online course and doing some additional follow-up work (describing how you would integrate FDW knowledge into your programs). Tuition for this option is about $1200.
This is a virtual workshop. No travel is necessary.
The Esri UC is the world’s only event that covers the entire spectrum of the geospatial industry, bringing together social, economic, business, and environmental leaders who are redefining how people work together at every scale.
The Esri UC includes five days of experiencing over 900 GIS success stories, best practices, and real world projects from some of the brightest minds in GIS.
This year promises to be even more informative and dynamic as presenters concentrate on mobile devices, cloud based computing, GIS workflows, data management, and new features that improve the efficiency of solutions.
Participants in SEaM camp are introduced to electronics, teamwork, machining, CNC programming, basic CNC operations, parametric modeling and design, basic industrial robot programming, and problem solving. The camp is intended for students in grades 7-12.
This academic day camp is a three-day summer camp for students going into 9th or 10th grade.
Attendees are selected based on a demonstrated interest in applied science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and an educator recommendation. Students will participate in hands-on “missions,” socialize with peers and experience life on a community college campus.
Workshop participants will utilize cutting-edge science tools in hands-on laboratories and bioinformatics investigations, and deepen awareness of rewarding careers for their students. Participants will update their pedagogy while networking with biotech leaders and colleagues. A continuum of faculty from secondary education, 2-year colleges, and universities are invited to apply. The National Science Foundation, Division of Undergraduate Education’s Advanced Technological Education (NSF-ATE) program is funding all instruction, workshop materials, meals/refreshments, and providing stipends of $300. Further support for travel or other related expenses is not available.
The Genomic Approaches in BioSciences workshops will focus on four key technologies - PCR, DNA Sequencing, RNA interference, and Bioinformatics - that will prepare students for specialized life science elective courses, independent research projects, and biotechnology careers.
Genomic Approaches in BioSciences will integrate theoretical, laboratory, and computer technology with practical advice on classroom management and career exploration. Time will be included for independent work, lesson planning, and preparation for classroom projects. Most of the workshops are led by DNALC staff members and college faculty who collaborated in the development of the course modules.
These workshops result from a collaboration between DNALC and 12 community colleges in the Bio-Link network.
This camp for rising 8th grade students allows participants to take part in fun, challenging, hands-on activities that make real-life connections to the world of renewable energy. Students will learn about energy concepts including fossil fuels, environmental impact, the science of electricity generation, solar cells, wind energy, home energy efficiency, and more.
This program brings together university faculty, practicing middle-school and upper elementary teachers and pre-service teachers to work collaboratively as “teacher-researchers.” The Chesapeake Bay is the context in which these teacher-researchers will conduct research and consider critical curricular linkages to the middle and upper elementary school classrooms.
SOLstice will focus on the substance of the disciplines in science and the development of good “disciplinary thinking.” Participating teacher-researchers will be immersed in both the complexity of authentic scientific investigations and the challenges of transferring scientific knowledge to multidimensional civic issues and to the classrooms.
This course includes online study, field work, and online analysis/wrap up.
Herring Gut's multi-day training immerses teachers in project-based instruction that integrates science, English language arts, math, and social studies. Participants will learn how to lead an inside or outside project that enables students to create real-world products and services. Located in the picturesque fishing village of Port Clyde, Herring Gut provides an ideal environment for teachers to get away and enjoy time exploring ideas, discovering possibilities and connecting with colleagues.
This summer's courses are:
Discovery Through Drawing - Integrating Science and Art (July 8-10)
Fintegrity Course - Bringing Marine Ecosystems into the Classroom (July 15-16)
Introduction to Aquaponics - Dynamic Science for the K-8 Science Classroom (July 17-19)
MassBay Community College is offering a 10-Day summer program for high school students.
Students have the option of taking either one of the following 10-day courses for college credit:
MN 130 – Watch Engineering Designs come to life with 3D Technology
CS 140 – Interactive Multimedia to Create Animations
Or students can take a series of four 2.5-day workshops:
Artbotics: Build a flower and make it move
Race to the finish line: A Lego robot competition.
Storytelling and Games with Scratch
Mobile Apps with App Inventor
The “Cutting and Joining Processes” course covers the basics and principles of major joining and cutting processes. Advantages, disadvantages, equipment, consumables, techniques and variables for each process are discussed. Applications, criteria for consumable selection and how to establish process parameters are emphasized. Laboratory work involves equipment set up and operating of the welding and cutting equipment for specific applications.
RCNET, in cooperation with The Center for Occupational Research and Development (CORD), is offering a 5-week online course designed to integrate active learning strategies into the nuclear curriculum. RCNET is providing this training at no cost for the first 30 participants. The course counts towards faculty recertification & professional development requirements and is tailored to nuclear classrooms. Learn about interactive learning, team-based learning, problem-based learning, and classroom integration.
This free course was designed by the Faculty of Professional Development at Quinsigamond Community College for high school teachers, college faculty, and those in the IT industry.
The course will teach instructors the basics of Adobe Photoshop CS5 by using a hands-on combination of discussions, demos, and studio periods. Topics such as image file formats, adjusting images (levels, contrast, and lightings), preparing images for Web, as well as creating GIF animations will be discussed.
The New England Aquarium offers these three workshops for educators in the New England area. The workshop topics are:
On the Waterfront: Integrating Science Standards through Classroom and Field Investigations (July 9-12 with two callbacks on September 28 and December 8) for educators in grades 3-7.
Watershed Investigations (July 16-18 with two callbacks on September 28 and December 7) for educators in grades 8-12.
Ocean Science for Early Elementary Educators (August 5-8 with one callback on November 23) for educators in grades K-2.
A brand new geospatial technology curriculum is now freely available for educators. Based on the 2010 Department of Labor (DOL) Geospatial Technology Competency Model (GTCM), these 10 new courses incorporate the latest in both geospatial technology and cognitive learning theory. This presentation, by the project’s subject matter experts, will focus on the learning design and technology considerations of the courses. We will demonstrate access to the course material from our state-of-the-art Learning Management System, Canvas.
This day camp is for girls in grades 6th- 9th interested in learning about renewable energy. The girls will be working with solar and wind technologies in a hands-on STEM approach. The cost of the event includes supplies, activities, lunch, T-shirt, and prizes.
Space is limited to 16 participants on a first-come, first-served basis.
This free course was designed by the Faculty of Professional Development at Quinsigamond Community College for high school teachers, college faculty, and those in the IT industry.
The course will teach instructors the basics of Adobe Creative Suite 5 by using a hands-on combination of discussions, demos, and studio periods. Topics include vector and raster file formats, creating and drawing images, using typographic techniques, layout and preparing images for placement.
The POGIL 3-day regional workshop provides instructors from both high schools and colleges/universities with all levels of POGIL experience significant opportunities to enhance their professional development by gaining new insights into teaching and learning. There will be a sequence of workshop sessions specifically designed for those who are new to POGIL (introductory track), and also sessions for those with previous POGIL experience (intermediate and advanced tracks), including new components for 2013. POGIL philosophy and methodology, facilitation techniques, opportunities to write and review activities, along with poster and plenary sessions will be offered.
While the workshop's focus is on the STEM disciplines, attendees are encouraged from all disciplines.
Workshop fee is $295 (registration, materials, lunches/dinners). On-campus housing for two nights is provided for an additional $100 and includes two accompanying breakfasts. Space is limited, and early applications are encouraged.
For an additional fee of $50, participants in the POGIL regional workshops can choose to receive CEUs (Continuing Education Units) through Millersville University. There is an attendance requirement if you choose to pursue CEUs.
You must apply via the tab to the left in order to be considered for attendance at this meeting. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with decisions made on a rolling basis, typically within 2 weeks of application.
Click here to get more details about this workshop http://www.pogil.org/resources/workshop-resources-for-participants/regional-meetings.
