Do YOU know the difference between models "of" a system vs models "for" a system? It is the difference between drawing a picture of the water cycle and actually building a functioning model to make it rain! There will be a focus on earth science systems and body systems including models for the heart, lungs, and more.
How many times have you used models to lead instruction or to assess student learning? When was the last time your students created functioning models to understand the world around them?
Learn how models can help your students make sense of a phenomena, while creating problem solvers in your classroom. You will create STEM-based problem scenarios for your students to solve using systems and system models. Walk away with strategies and resources which can easily be brought back to your school.
Audience: PreK-8th Grade Teachers
(In order to maximize the impact of this workshop, only educators who work directly with students will be allowed to register and receive a kit. Please contact DaNel Hogan if you would like to attend but are in an administrative role.)
Facilitators: STEMAZing Teacher Leaders Karl Griffor and Yolanda Everett
Location: Pima County School Superintendent's Office, 200 N Stone Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85701
Course Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2018
Cost: $25 cost includes materials, continental breakfast, and lunch.
Time: Breakfast and check-in starts at 8:00 am. Workshop begins at 8:30 am and releases at 3:30 pm.
This workshop is part of the STEMAZing Workshop Series. The STEMAZing Project’s philosophy on teacher professional development is simple: It must be hands-on and engaging – putting the educators in the seat of the students to experience STEM lessons firsthand. It must provide the educators with the equipment and supplies they need to implement the lessons and activities in their classrooms the next day if they choose. It must be facilitated by master educators who have themselves been in the classroom.
Media Policy: The Pima County School Superintendent's Office and its partners often take photographs and videos during events and workshops as they occur. By registering for this event and/or workshop you are granting permission to use these images to promote our programs in print, on the web, and on social media.
Payment Policy: Payments must be received five (5) business days prior to the start of the class. Payments can be in the form of a check, credit card, P-Card, or a school purchase order. Registrations within the five (5) day window must be paid immediately upon registering for the course.
Cancellation & Refund Policy: Cancellations must be submitted in writing five (5) business days prior to the start of the class to receive a refund. Cancellations can be emailed to: ricky.hernandez@schools.pima.gov. No refunds will be given for “no shows.” If courses are cancelled due to low enrollment, refunds will be issued to the individual or the school.
