Summer 2014 STEM Series
Engineering a STory
Douglas High School
8:00 - 3:00
Presented by: Mia Dubosarsky, WPI
July 29th: Teachers Grades K-8
The Engineering a Story is a great program to engage K-8 teachers in the integrative nature of STEM. Designed specifically for educators of all subjects, this workshop offers a hands-on approach to weaving together engineering practices, thinking skills, and literacy. The collection of methods presented in the program lead to an enriched reading experience coupled with a gain of engineering concepts. The program is aligned withe the Common Core and the NGSS.
8:00 - 3:00
Presented by: Mia Dubosarsky, WPI
July 29th: Teachers Grades K-8
The Engineering a Story is a great program to engage K-8 teachers in the integrative nature of STEM. Designed specifically for educators of all subjects, this workshop offers a hands-on approach to weaving together engineering practices, thinking skills, and literacy. The collection of methods presented in the program lead to an enriched reading experience coupled with a gain of engineering concepts. The program is aligned withe the Common Core and the NGSS.
Teaching and Learning with STEM Projects
Douglas High School
8:00 - 3:00
Presented by: Mia Dubosarsky, WPI
July 30th: Teachers Grades K-8
A truly integrated approach to teaching STEM. this PD weaves together theoretical and practical methods by introducing design challenges that require participants to use scientific and mathematical concepts for solving a real problem. Project-based teaching and learning approach is linked to better learning, retention of content, and student engagement. all projects and design challenges presented in this PD are aligned with the NGSS and models key elements of the MA Teacher Evaluation Rubric for high quality instruction.
8:00 - 3:00
Presented by: Mia Dubosarsky, WPI
July 30th: Teachers Grades K-8
A truly integrated approach to teaching STEM. this PD weaves together theoretical and practical methods by introducing design challenges that require participants to use scientific and mathematical concepts for solving a real problem. Project-based teaching and learning approach is linked to better learning, retention of content, and student engagement. all projects and design challenges presented in this PD are aligned with the NGSS and models key elements of the MA Teacher Evaluation Rubric for high quality instruction.
UNPACKING the Next Generation Science Standards
Douglas High School
8:00 - 3:00
Presented by: Mia Dubosarsky, WPI
July 31st: Teachers Grades K-12
This PD leads teachers in standard-based design through exploration of the structure and content of the NGSS. Working in small groups, teachers practice searching for the relevant standards, unpacking each standard for specific outcome expectations, matching assessment methods with the expected outcomes, and discussing possible classroom activities that lead to the designated outcomes. Grade level examples are modeled during the PD.
8:00 - 3:00
Presented by: Mia Dubosarsky, WPI
July 31st: Teachers Grades K-12
This PD leads teachers in standard-based design through exploration of the structure and content of the NGSS. Working in small groups, teachers practice searching for the relevant standards, unpacking each standard for specific outcome expectations, matching assessment methods with the expected outcomes, and discussing possible classroom activities that lead to the designated outcomes. Grade level examples are modeled during the PD.