2008 Summer Institute
Workshops
Sponsored by the Salem State Collaborative
June 25th, 26th, and 27th
Location: Lynnfield High School, 275 Essex Street, Lynnfield MA 01940
Date: 8 AM to 2 PM
PDP’s: 5 PDP’s per day of workshop
Credit: All three day workshops can be taken for 1 Non-Degree Graduate Credit (A Project must be completed in order to earn the credit) Cost $100. Registration will take place on the first day of the workshop.
Fees: Member Rate: One Day: $35 Two Days: $70 Three Days: $95
Non-Member Rate One Day: $125 Two Days: $225 Three Days: $295
Lunch is included in the fee.
SECONDARY MATHEMATICS
Workshop #1: Introduction to Autograph for Teaching Mathematics (Grades 8 - 12)
Presenter: Steve Smith
Date: June 25th
Description: This dynamic program is one of the top selling educational programs in Europe and the private schools in the US. It can be used for most mathematics courses from pre-algebra through college calculus. Teachers can use it for presentation purposes, preparing worksheets and assessments, and investigations/labs for students. You have seen what the Geometers’ Sketchpad has done for Geometry. Now see what Autograph can do for the rest of the high school mathematics curriculum. This session will be a hands-on presentation of many of Autographs capabilities along with suggestions for use within the classroom.
Workshop #2: Activities for Autograph (Mathematics Grades 8 - 12)
Presenter: Steve Smith
Date: June 26th
Description: This workshop can be considered a follow up to the introductory workshop, but is also open to any teachers who already have a basic understanding of the Autograph software. This workshop will be focused on sharing and producing Autograph activities for use within the classroom. The time will be tailored to the needs of the individual participants as much as possible. Participants are encouraged to bring their textbooks to use to design activities for next year.
Workshop #3: TI N-spire:
Multiple Representations of Mathematical Concepts
Presenter:
Audrey Coats
Date: June 25th
Description: Texas
Instruments’ new handheld is more than a calculator. While the N-spire
has all the capabilities of the TI-84, is has a connectivity between the
applications that brings your work to a new level, as well as a documents
folder that organizes your work and makes sharing documents easier. See
the changes in the calculator capabilities, the lists and spreadsheets, and the
improvements to the geometry and graphing applications.
Workshop #4: Activities
Using TI-Nspire
Presenter: Audrey Coats
Date: June 26th
Description: Offered as a
follow up to an introductory workshop. We will explore activities using TI-Nspire for
Algebra I-PreCalculus. Topics include algebra and geometry explorations,
data analysis and multiple representations.
Workshop #5: Projects
for Alegbra II and PreCalculus
Presenter: Sarah Heller
Date: June 25
Description: Looking for projects
to enhances your Algebra II and PreCalculus classes? We will explore several student approved projects that
incorporate real-life data and technology.
Activities include modeling linear, quadratic, exponential and
trigonometric equations. Topics range
from biological examples, finance problems, Earth day data and social justice
issues. Participants will walk away with ready to use activities for their
students.
Workshop #6: The Ins and Outs
of Grading the AP Calculus Exam and working with the TI-89
Presenter: MaryLou Sambatakos
Date: June 26th
Description: Learn how the AP exam
is graded and what students really need to know. Participants will discuss this
year’s open response questions and strategies for helping students increase
their score. Student work from past years will be used to identify what graders
are looking for and common mistakes. Participants will also get an overview of
the use of the TI-89 calculator.
TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOPS
Workshop #7: New Features in Notebook Software 10.0 for
SMARTboards/Senteo
Presenter: Sarah
Heller
Date: June 26
Workshop #8: New Features in Notebook Software 10.0 for
SMARTboards/Senteo
Presenter: Sarah
Heller
Date: June 27
Description: This workshop will
focus on using SMART Notebook software to enhance lessons, presentations and
create interactive classroom activities.
It will focus on new techniques and tips on making your lessons look
more professional and user friendly.
Participants will explore the new Toolkit in Notebook and learn
strategies for making games and interactive activities. We will be using the new version of Notebook
10.0 available now. Bring a flash drive
to share and save activities.
Workshop #9: SmartBoards for Beginners (Two day
Workshop)
Presenter: Karen Ellis
Date:
June 26 and June 27
Description:
This workshop is a general overview of how SmartBoards can be used in
classrooms: an overview of how the components work together, the
development of lessons using SmartNotebook, and how the SmartBoard can be used
in mathematics. Participants will spend time on computers developing
activities and lesson plans, including links to the web and to various software
applications. This workshop will include different approaches based on
the course that you are teaching.
Workshop #10: Using Microsoft EXCEL in Science and
Math 9-12
Presenter: Karen Ellis
Date: June 25
Description: Participants will learn how to create
spreadsheets, use formulas and tables, create graphs, perform regression
(curve-fitting), and insert common functions (mean, sum, standard deviation,
et.al.). Participants will also learn how to add graphs and tables to MS
Word, PowerPoint, SMART Notebook documents and files.
Workshop #11: Using the
TI-Navigator in the Math Classroom
Presenter: Audrey Coats
Date: June 27th
Description: Learn how to
use TI’s interactive student response system. Participants will
learn how to create calculator files that can be sent to student calculators
and collected back again through this wireless system. The Navigator also
allows teachers to take a screen shot of all their student’s calculators and to
quickly poll the class to check for understanding.
Workshop #12: Workshop Showing Off Your Technology Skills
Presenters: Katie Silva, Rachelle Meredith
Dates: June 25, 26 and 27
Description: The goal of this course is to instruct classroom teachers on how to increase student support through project based learning. Teachers will leave this course with products they can use in the classroom. Each teacher will create a student presentational sample, a student publication sample, student support materials and a teacher support sample. Storyboards and evaluation tools will also be created.
Day 1: Participants will begin the course by creating a unit based on the “backwards design” methodology. Participants will decide on a unit topic and create some essential and unit questions. Participants will also explore internet search strategies and the evaluation of websites. Participants will become familiar with Microsoft PowerPoint®. This tool will be used to design, create, share and deliver presentations. Participants will create a student-sample presentation and evaluation tool using Microsoft PowerPoint®. The use of storyboards will also be discussed.
Day2: Participants will complete PowerPoint Presentation and rubric. Participants will become familiar with Microsoft Publisher®. With this tool participants will create a student-sample brochure, newsletter, or flyer. An evaluation tool for this product will also be created.
Day 3: Participants will finish Publisher student product and rubric. Participants will become familiar with using Word to create student support materials. Any document that supports student learning in the classroom is considered a support document. Examples include tests, quizzes, worksheets, rubrics, presentations, etc. Participants will explore the use of drop down menus and and other forms available through Word.
Participants will share completed products within the class.
SCIENCE WORKSHOPS
Workshop #13: Chemistry
and the Frameworks: Demos and Activities
Date: June 25
Presenter: Bette Bridges, Chemistry Instructor, Bridgewater-Raynham High School
Description: Excite your classes, enhance your students' understanding and do it all with frameworks-based lessons. This workshop will focus on chemistry-based demonstrations and activities that are easy to set-up and take down and which use every-day materials. All activities are designed to help students’ learning of concepts outlined in the Massachusetts Frameworks for Chemistry.
Workshop #14: Multiple
Intelligences in the Classroom
Date: June 25
Presenter: Zac Billings, Biology Instructor, Lynnfield high School: Adjunct Professor, SSC
Description: This workshop will focus primarily on Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligence(s) Theory and its possible application(s) in the classroom. We will compare and contrast MI theory with other child psychology/development theories; discussing the appropriateness of current educational policy and practice. Participants will examine the difference between learning styles and learning preferences and discuss how to identify and distinguish between the two in their students. While some of the focus will be on theory, a significant portion of the session will revolve around the integration of MI into teacher’s lesson/unit design.
Workshop #15: Preparing
for the Biology MCAS-A One-Day Primer
Presenter: Scott Gordon, Science Department Chair, Lynnfield High School
Secondary Science Coordinator for the Salem State Collaborative
Date: June 26, 2008
Description: This workshop will highlight many of the aspects of the 6-week series of the same name that the Collaborative has sponsored the last few years. It is designed for new and veteran teachers who are interested in expanding their repertoire of lessons and in helping students prepare for the Biology MCAS exam. The focus of this workshop will be on each of the 6 strands in the biology framework. For each strand, we will discuss and perform lessons and activities directly linked to the standards. We will also examine the vocabulary essential to understanding each strand and discuss graphic organizers to help in clarifying this material. Furthermore, all former MCAS questions from 2004-2007, divided by strand, will be provided and discussed with a specific focus on pertinent concepts and language students should know. An analysis of the 2007 MCAS test with state-wide results will be discussed as well. Lessons will come from a variety of sources but will include laboratory investigations, kinesthetic activities, writing exercises, graphing lessons, internet resources, as well as some adaptations for special education classes and students with IEPs. Participants will leave each session with copies of all lessons and handout materials.
ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS
Workshop #16: What Does Inquiry Look Like in the Grade 3-5 Classroom?
Presenter: Ann P. Harney
Dates: June 26-27
Description: What is
inquiry? What does it look like in the grade 3-5 elementary science classrooms? What does the learning environment look like
that supports this? How can inquiry be assessed? This series of workshops is
designed to help practicing grade 3-5 teacher answer these questions.
Participants will develop their understanding of inquiry through
investigations, explorations, journal readings, and discussion. We will be
looking at literature that supports our scientific investigations while
connecting our explorations to the Massachusetts Science and
Technology/Engineering Framework
Participants will:
Workshop #17: Hands-on
Fractions for Grades 3 to 6
Presenter: Bob Simmons, CPMSIE Elementary Math/Science Workshop Coordinator
Date: June 25
Description: Using several grades 3-5 Number Sense Learning Standards as starting points, the workshop will explore fraction concepts through varied hands-on mathematics manipulatives. We will explore and use varied manipulatives such as Cuisenaire Rods, Pattern Blocks, tiles and many others to have students better understand and apply fraction concepts. A recent national study has shown that fraction concepts are difficult for students at these grade levels.
Registration Information:
Please register at our website www.salemcollaborative.org, or email the following information to Jim Kearns at registration@salemcollaborative.org. If you have registration questions, please call Jim at 781-771-4860.
Make checks or Purchase Orders payable to CPMSIE and Bring to the Session
DEADLINE to sign
up for the Week 1 Workshops is June 20th.