Independent Workshops

Arizona State University in Tempe invites high school physics, chemistry, and physical science teachers nationwide to enroll in its summer 2013 Modeling Workshops. The workshops provide opportunities for professional development and can lead to a Master of Natural Science degree.

Modeling Workshops thoroughly address many aspects of high school science teaching, including strategies for integrating model-centered, guided inquiry teaching methods with course content. Workshops incorporate up-to-date results of physics and science education research, sample high school curricular materials, hands-on use of technology, and experience in collaborative learning.

Each Workshop addresses the subject at a level that prepares teachers to engage students in new activities and projects. Workshops are open to anyone seeking to ground their teaching in research-based pedagogy, integrate course content in accordance with the National Science Education Standards (NSES), and use computer technology in teaching.

2013 Modeling Workshops
Methods of Teaching Physics I (mechanics): June 10-28
Electricity for Middle/Secondary Teachers (Modeling-adapted CASTLE electricity): June 10-28
Modeling Instruction in HS Chemistry II: June 17-28
Modeling Instruction in HS Chemistry I/Methods of Teaching Chemistry: July 1-19

WS Kit 4

NEW: Including RealTime Physics 3rd Edition, Clicker Interactive Lecture Demos and Video Analysis

Chautauqua Short Course
June 21-23, 2013 at Vernier Software & Technology in Beaverton, Oregon

Designed for those who teach introductory physics at universities, colleges and high schools. Graduate credit will be available.*

Instructors: Priscilla Laws, Dickinson College, David Sokoloff, University of Oregon, Ronald Thornton, Tufts University

This hands-on course is designed for those interested in making learning in their introductory course more active, either within a traditional course structure (lectures, labs, and recitation hours), or by re-structuring their course (e.g., into a workshop or studio course).

Participants will be introduced to physics education research-validated strategies for each component of the introductory course, such as Interactive Lecture Demonstration (ILDs), RealTime Physics (RTP) labs, Activity Based Tutorials, Collaborative Problem-Solving Tutorials, Workshop Physics, and Physics with Video Analysis, along with strategies for analytic mathematical modeling. Some recent developments include the new electricity and magnetism labs in the 3rd Ed. of RTP, and ILDs using personal response systems (clickers) and interactive video analysis. The tools and software accompanying these active learning strategies are available for both Macintosh and Windows computers.

Results of studies on the effectiveness of these curricula will also be discussed. Participants will receive complimentary copies of the active learning curricula, along with Teaching Physics with the Physics Suite, a comprehensive book by E.F. Redish (University of Maryland) on strategies for implementing physics education research-based curricula. (The curricula are also available in the High School e-dition--a more convenient form for high school use .) Physics topics will be chosen from both semesters of the introductory physics course.

* Up to two hours of graduate credit will be available from the University of Oregon.

For more information and to register:
http://pages.uoregon.edu/sokoloff/CHAUT.htm

Fifty Modeling Workshops in high school physics, chemistry, physical science, and biology will be offered in summer 2013 in many states. Modeling Workshops are peer-led. Modeling Instruction is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as an Exemplary K-12 science program. Some sites offer stipends, usually for in-state teachers. Graduate credit is available at some sites.

Instructors/Facilitators: Romesh Lakhan, Brian Gute, Anne Hinderliter and Cindy Grindy

Cost: $50
Have you ever wanted to use chemistry instrumentation, learn new demonstrations, and develop inquiry skills to use with your students, all while making connections with University of Minnesota Duluth chemistry faculty and your area high school science colleagues? Come to the UMD Inquiry Workshop for High School Chemistry and Physical Science instructors. We will examine the physical characteristics of a common dye through the use of a variety of instrumentation (spectroscopy, GCMS, NMR, IR, separations, etc) and laboratory techniques, and explore chemical safety and waste disposal. Teachers will have the opportunity to practice and develop demonstrations, hand-on activities, and build instrumentation for their classrooms.

Become A Windsenator!

TRAINING OVERVIEW
The five-day training program will provide hands on instruction about wind energy science and technology using a variety of subjects (physics, technology, biology, earth and environmental science) and includes in depth training on WindWise and KidWind materials and curricula. There will also be a number of guest speakers from the wind industry, and tours of local wind facilities. Existing WindSenators will be instructors and available to talk about how they have implemented training programs in their states.

WHAT CAN A WINDSENATOR DO?
WindSenators are an integral part of the KidWind training and outreach. A WindSenator:
Provides wind energy teacher trainings in their state or region
Recieves Kidwind Project products at reduced prices
Participates in the development of new wind energy curriculum and materials
Facilitates KidWind Challenge or similar events in their state
Represents WindWise and KidWind at conferences and events
Receives a stipend for their workshops and events held in their state

FEES
The cost for teachers to attend the training is $1750. The fee does not cover travel to and from the training location in Portland, OR.
Fees cover
Lodging & Food at Portland State University (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
5 Days of Training
Full set of WindWise Curriculum Materials ($100/value)
Full Kit of KidWind & WindWise Training Materials ($700/value)

APPLICATION
There is an application process for all attendees. Interested teachers can apply beginning January 15, 2013. Applications will be accepted until May 1, 2013.
This year KidWind is offering a scholarship for one talented educator who wants to join our network. As part of this scholarship we will cover all tuition fees. You will still need to provide your own funds to travel to the workshop.
http://kwind.me/assets/WindSenators/ws2013-application.pdf

Teachers of physics, physical science, math, engineering and technology at secondary school and introductory college levels are invited to participate in a workshop August 5-9 (with Nov. 16 follow-up), 2013. Each participant will receive a Vernier SensorDAQ interface, plus the software, hardware and instructional materials needed to incorporate brief, engineering-style design projects throughout the STEM curriculum. The workshop uses LabVIEW; however, no LabVIEW programming is required. Students and teachers program a Class 2 laser, gauges, a penny pitcher, an earthquake simulator, color displays and more using only the language of algebra. This workshop is based on grant # DUE-1003381 under the National Science Foundation's Advanced Technological Education program.

Space is limited and an application is required. The cost of the workshop (including SensorDAQ and other hardware) is $250. Thanks to support from the Duke Energy Foundation, the cost for teachers within a 6-county area of SW Ohio is reduced to $50. The option of 3 semester hours of graduate credit is available through Ashland University at an additional cost of $575. Travel and meals are the responsibility of participants or their schools.

The Diack Ecology Education Program and the Jane Goodall Environmental Middle School invite you to participate in a free science inquiry training focused on field-based science inquiry.

This two day workshop will provide hands-on opportunities in the field as well as classroom time to develop curriculum tools and strategies that promote student-driven field-based science inquiry projects from kindergarten through high school. Attending teachers can also apply for a $2,000 grant ($6000 if you work collaboratively with at least two other teachers) for classroom equipment and resources for field-based inquiry investigations from the Diack Ecology Education Program. Participating teachers will receive a $100 stipend for attending.

This training is sponsored by the Diack Ecology Education Program of the Oregon Science Teachers Association and the Jane Goodall Environmental Middle School (JGEMS), a public charter school in Salem, Oregon, focusing on field-based environmental science.