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A Twofold Approach To Addressing Under-Representation In Science, Matt Harding
A Twofold Approach To Addressing Under-Representation In Science, Matt Harding
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I teach in one of the largest public school districts in Iowa, and have always been bothered by how the demographics of my course rosters differ significantly from the diverse enrollment at my school. My talk will address some of what can be done to reduce gate keeping that limits opportunities for students that might not typically take courses like AP Physics, how I have managed to push-in to our ELL introductory science course with many of the same activities that I use in my grade level and AP physics courses, as well as my experience with AIP's STEP UP …
Is There Life In Space? How Do We Find Exoplanets?, Deetta Johnson
Is There Life In Space? How Do We Find Exoplanets?, Deetta Johnson
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Two separate sessions are being presented. You can attend one or both sessions. In the first hands-on session, participants will simulate the transit method of finding exoplanets by looking at star dimming. This activity uses accessible materials and shows students how scientists look for habitable planets outside our solar system. In the second session, participants will learn how students use the scientific method to make concrete samples and test them for strength. Students love doing this while learning about a natural resource important to Iowa. Student-made concrete samples will be shared. Appropriate for both Earth and Physical Sciences.
Iowa Pbs Iowa Science Phenomena, Tiffany Morgan
Iowa Pbs Iowa Science Phenomena, Tiffany Morgan
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Learn how you can start using local phenomena in your classroom today with Iowa PBS Iowa Science Phenomena. This session will introduce educators to the site and service, discuss phenomena-based teaching strategies, and share how teachers can contribute to the user-generated site! Participants are encouraged to bring their device so they can explore the site and tools.
Stem Problem-Based Learning For A Diverse Classroom Of Learners, Maria Hasken-Averkamp
Stem Problem-Based Learning For A Diverse Classroom Of Learners, Maria Hasken-Averkamp
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Engage in a hands-on, minds-on activity to engage ALL learners in the practices and concepts of science while employing a culturally responsive project-based learning framework. Session for middle school and high school science teachers.
Chemistry: The Dead Zone And Solubility, Holly Garcia
Chemistry: The Dead Zone And Solubility, Holly Garcia
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Use the Dead Zone in the Gulf of Mexico as a phenomenon for understanding ionic compounds, solutions, solubility rules, and predicting the outcomes of a chemical reaction (NGSS PS-1-2). At the end of this unit, students engineer a filtration system to remove pollutants and dissolved ions from contaminated water. This unit is designed to be taught during the first semester of an on-level Chemistry class (prior to stoichiometry).
Make Science Concrete!, Deetta Anderson Dr.
Make Science Concrete!, Deetta Anderson Dr.
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Two separate sessions are being presented. You can attend one or both sessions. In the first hands-on session, participants will simulate the transit method of finding exoplanets by looking at star dimming. This activity uses accessible materials and shows students how scientists look for habitable planets outside our solar system. In the second session, participants will learn how students use the scientific method to make concrete samples and test them for strength. Students love doing this while learning about a natural resource important to Iowa. Student-made concrete samples will be shared. Appropriate for both Earth and Physical Sciences.
How To Integrate Stem In Your Classroom With Ngss Foss, Larry Escalada, Alison Beharka
How To Integrate Stem In Your Classroom With Ngss Foss, Larry Escalada, Alison Beharka
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STEM Enrichment NGSS Modules including Variables & Design (Grades 6-8), Sound & Design (Grades 3-5), and Forces in Action (Grades K-2) are now available. Join us as we explore these STEM Enrichment NGSS Modules and discuss how they can be used in your classroom. NGSS Modules Observing Nature (Grade Pre-K) and Weather and Seasons (Grade K) will also be available to be explored and reviewed.
Wild About Critters, Barb Giger
Wild About Critters, Barb Giger
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The session will be targeted to elementary educators. It will include some quick engaging activities for teaching about animal groups, adaptations, and habitats from the national award-winning Project WILD and Aquatic WILD resources. I will also share links to additional online resources including age appropriate books, Iowa's natural resources, and outdoor observation and investigation.
Uni Science Education Update Conference [Program] April 5, 2019, University Of Northern Iowa Science Education Program.
Uni Science Education Update Conference [Program] April 5, 2019, University Of Northern Iowa Science Education Program.
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The program for the Science Education Update Conference held on April 5, 2019 at the University of Northern Iowa.
Navigating The Financial Aid Process, Jennifer Sullivan, Kristin Peiffer
Navigating The Financial Aid Process, Jennifer Sullivan, Kristin Peiffer
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Whether you're a current college student, current educator, or a community member, this session will help cover the basics of financial aid programs and also discuss TEACH grant programs and federal loan forgiveness programs.
Empowering Students Through Science, Ashley Flatebo
Empowering Students Through Science, Ashley Flatebo
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Gaining strategies to engage students in STEM through experiences that will transfer beyond the classroom walls.
Inclusive Curriculum: Making Stem Accessible For All Students, Mark Busch
Inclusive Curriculum: Making Stem Accessible For All Students, Mark Busch
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Historically, women and people from marginalized community groups have accounted for a small portion of those pursuing STEM careers. In this session, participants will reflect on their current curriculum and consider new practices for making STEM coursework accessible to at-risk students and other students from underrepresented populations. This will be a conversation based session where participants will share about their experiences and reflect on their classrooms.
Journey 2050, Cindy Hall, Will Fett
Journey 2050, Cindy Hall, Will Fett
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Journey 2050 takes students on a virtual simulation that explores the science and economics of world food sustainability. Through an inquiry-based approach, students make decisions on farms in Kenya, India, and Canada that impact society, the environment and the economy at a local and global scale. Explore the science behind best management practices as we journey to feed the world!
The Science Of A Gmo, Will Fett, Cindy Hall
The Science Of A Gmo, Will Fett, Cindy Hall
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But the seeds look the same! Compare conventional and genetically modified soybeans through an easy-to-replicate GM seed test lab. This session will also compare and contrast various methods of selective breeding and discuss the process of creating a genetically modified plant.
Uni Financial Aid & Scholarships, Tim Bakula
Uni Financial Aid & Scholarships, Tim Bakula
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Uni Science Education Update Conference, Save The Date Flier, Spring 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Science Education Program.
Uni Science Education Update Conference, Save The Date Flier, Spring 2019, University Of Northern Iowa. Science Education Program.
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Announcement for the 2019 Science Education Update Conference
Chemical Bonding And "Rainworks" Sidewalk Art, Holly Garcia
Chemical Bonding And "Rainworks" Sidewalk Art, Holly Garcia
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During this interactive session, immerse yourself in an NGSS-aligned Chemistry unit about chemical bonds and forces (HS PS 1- 1 & 1-3). This phenomenon-driven unit culminates in a final STEAM project for students to design, explain, and apply Rainworks art onto concrete.
Green Iowa Americorps: Providing Environmental Services And Initiatives For K-12 School Districts Throughout The State, Carmen Rae Finken
Green Iowa Americorps: Providing Environmental Services And Initiatives For K-12 School Districts Throughout The State, Carmen Rae Finken
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Green Iowa AmeriCorps employs individuals in a year of national service to increase environmental sustainability in school districts and communities throughout the state. This presentation will focus on the Sustainable Schools branch of the Green Iowa AmeriCorps program, highlighting the work that our AmeriCorps members are accomplishing in several Iowa school districts. By incorporating environmental education in the classroom, conducting energy audits, decreasing school food waste, and implementing more sustainable behavioral practices, our Green Iowa AmeriCorps members are leading the "green school" movement here in Iowa. Individuals attending this presentation will learn how they can serve as AmeriCorps members and …
What Does "Ngss Implementation" Really Look Like?, Mandie Sanderman
What Does "Ngss Implementation" Really Look Like?, Mandie Sanderman
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Participants will learn what "NGSS Implementation in Grades K-12" really looks like. We will use an implementation tool called an "IC Map" to determine strengths and areas of focus for growth. This presentation will cover the major innovations of the NGSS and the IC Map will help teachers identify the level to which they are implementing the standards with regards to those innovations.
Standards-Based Grading In Science, Dawn Posekany
Standards-Based Grading In Science, Dawn Posekany
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Solon High School was among the first schools in Iowa to embrace Standards Based Grading (SBG) in science. Dawn will share strategies for starting standards based grading and changes they have instigated since implementing SBG.
Energizing Earth Science Using Experts In The Field, Deetta Anderson
Energizing Earth Science Using Experts In The Field, Deetta Anderson
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Learn how to engage professional geologists, astronomers, soil scientists, and community experts to enrich your Earth Science class. In this presentation, teachers will learn strategies to make contacts with area scientists and practitioners, and see how easy it is to bring them in, either in person or virtually, to engage students in learning. Special emphasis will be on the Farm Chat program which connects farmers with students to discuss soil erosion, nitrate reduction, and more.
Preparing Grades K-12 Computer Science Educators In Iowa, J. Ben Schafer
Preparing Grades K-12 Computer Science Educators In Iowa, J. Ben Schafer
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Computer Science (CS) is arguably one of the fastest growing disciplines in K12 education. Educators have choices from a variety of curricula at all levels in the K-12 spectrum and two different AP exams. Iowa is finalizing statewide Grades K-12 standards for CS Education and has added a CS endorsement to state licensure. In this talk we will discuss the state of CS Education in Iowa at both the school and BOEE levels. We will make teachers aware of some of the resources out there to use with students. We will also discuss CS professional development opportunities for teachers being …
A Small School's Journey To Ngss Curriculum Adoption And The First Year Of Implementation, Elizabeth Carpenter, Gayle Ramaeker
A Small School's Journey To Ngss Curriculum Adoption And The First Year Of Implementation, Elizabeth Carpenter, Gayle Ramaeker
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Come hear Lamoni's journey to PreK-12 NGSS aligned curriculum adoption and how it is working for us a year later!
Greenhouse Adaptation, Pam Hartman, Lyn Countryman
Greenhouse Adaptation, Pam Hartman, Lyn Countryman
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Using the greenhouse to investigate plant adaptations, teachers will actively engage in two complete activities. They will have the opportunity to engage in identifying and photographing various plant adaptations in the greenhouse and will learn how to take stomata impressions.
Are We Doing A Good Job? Evaluating Iowa Science Standard (Ngss) Implementation With Achieve, Christopher Like, Tammy Askeland-Nagle
Are We Doing A Good Job? Evaluating Iowa Science Standard (Ngss) Implementation With Achieve, Christopher Like, Tammy Askeland-Nagle
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Bettendorf and Davenport Community Schools have been given the opportunity to work directly with Achieve on an audit for their Iowa Science Standard Implementation. This audit includes classroom visits, interviews with teachers, surveys, and a deep dive into school data. In this presentation, Chris will share the data he pulled to use as a baseline as well as direction on how it was analyzed. Classroom observation forms, survey questions, and other documents created and used by Achieve for their audit will also be shared.
Tinkercad For Beginners, Marcy Seavey
Tinkercad For Beginners, Marcy Seavey
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Does your school have a 3D printer but you don't know what to do with it? In Tinkercad for Beginners you will create an account in the free online CAD platform Tinkercad, build and save your first 3D model, and brainstorm ways to authentically connect 3D modeling to our curriculum. Access a free NASA themed "end effector" design challenge and other resources developed for the UNI 3D: Design, Develop, Discover workshop.
Let The Demo Speak For Itself: A Perspective From The View Of A Science Teacher, Aileen Sullivan
Let The Demo Speak For Itself: A Perspective From The View Of A Science Teacher, Aileen Sullivan
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How do students engage with science material? How do students engage with science teachers? How many times have you been told what will happen next before you ever have a chance to see it for yourself? There are many perspectives in every classroom and successful science teaching must engage and involve all of them.
Uni Science Education Update Conference, Save The Date Flier, Spring 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. Science Education Program.
Uni Science Education Update Conference, Save The Date Flier, Spring 2018, University Of Northern Iowa. Science Education Program.
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Announcement for the 2018 Science Education Update Conference