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=NHSTE ~ Tech Teachers/Integrators SIG= =Integrating Technology Tools into= =Grades 4-12 Science Curriculum=

Thursday, January 27th, 2011
**//Engage, Enrich, & Excite: Learning Science through Technology//** //presented by Celeste Best, Science Teacher, Oyster River High School, cbest@orcsd.org// Explore how to increase engagement, creativity, collaboration, and excitement with the use of technology-based activities. Discover how rewarding it is for students to be the decision makers in the scientific process. Our students are digital natives who thrive in the technology driven classroom. Using technology in the science classroom helps our students to become critical thinkers and problem solvers. The evolving emphasis within the science curriculum is more focused on process and less on rote learning of facts. Technology resources can help our students stay engaged in the science process as well as develop skills that will benefit them regardless of age or ability. Links & Resources: A vision of K-12 Students MovieMaker Tutorial Primark Online Shop Audacity Tutorial PhotoStory Skype Animoto KinderKids' Blog Glogster TeacherTube Diet Coke and Mentos video HHMI BioInteractive GeoMapApp CSI:The Experience Visible Body [|Buy youtube views] <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">CrazyTalk <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Tracker <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Botany Buddy <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Project Noah <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">Tap Zoo <span style="font-family: Georgia,serif;">ABC Phonics [|BRR Law]


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<span style="background-attachment: scroll; background-color: #e0e0e0; background-image: none; background-position: 0% 0%; color: maroon; display: block; font-size: 12pt; text-align: center;">**AM CONCURRENT SESSIONS**


 * Session 1: 10:00 to 10:35**

**//Science Opportunities & Engaging Activities for Your Classroom//** //~ Michele Martin, Grade 8 Science, mmartin@orcsd.org & Stephanie Ward, Grade 7 Science, sward@orcsd.org, Oyster River Middle School// The presenter demonstrates teacher resources and opportunities through various organizations to bring science and technology to their classroom. A detailed description of one project that builds and tests submersibles is highlighted. This workshop is geared towards middle school students but can be adapted. Grade Range: 6-8 Science Opportunities and Engaging Activities Presentation
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**//The Sap Is Running: How to Save Our Maple Trees//** //~ Danielle Bolduc, Director of Instruction,// //dbolduc@orcsd.org & Sarah Curtin, Elementary School Teacher, scurtin@orcsd.org, Oyster River School District// Moharimet Elementary runs its own "sugar shack" each year. The entire school is involved in the process of collecting the sap, graphing the amounts, tracking the weather, boiling the sap, and then they have a pancake breakfast and sell the syrup in March. Discover how we taught 4th grade students about climate change and used our GPS devices to mark the 100 maple trees we have on the property. We created maps using google earth and MapSource software. We also worked with Clean Air, Cool Planet (website:http://www.cleanair-coolplanet.org/) to educate the students about climate change. Grade Range: 4-12
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**//Using TI Technology to Address Middle & High School Science GLE’s//** //~ Jim Donatelli, K-12 Education Technology Consultant, Texas Instruments, jdonatelli@ti.com & Jackie Bonneau, T3 National Instructor// This session utilizes a Grade 8 and a Grade 11 NECAP Science Support Materials Sample Inquiry Task to illustrate the use of TI graphing technology to address the New Hampshire Grade Level Expectations (GLEs). Research shows that the use of TI graphing technology in middle and high school instruction improves teacher effectiveness and student learning. Join us for some hands on fun activities that are simple and effective. Grade Range: 6-12

[|NECAP Sample Non-Investigation Inquiry Tasks for Grades 8 and 11]
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The link, above, will enable you to download two NECAP sample non-investigation inquiry tasks - one for Grade 8 and the other for Grade 11. Both of these tasks involve real-world data collection and graphing. While the graphing portion of the activity can be done with paper, pencil and graph paper, doing so with a TI-Nspire graphing calculator enables students to interact dynamically with the data, something that is not possible with paper, pencil and graph paper.
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**//Using Simulations to Improve Conceptual Understanding in Science//** //~ David Cunningham, Account, Rep, ExploreLearning, dcunningham@explorelearning.com// Learn how online simulations help teachers take advantage of research-proven instructional strategies and help students of all ability levels develop conceptual understanding in science. Teachers can supplement and enhance instruction with powerful interactive visualizations of concepts. Students can manipulate key variables, generate and test hypotheses, and engage in extensive what-if experimentation.


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 * Session 2: 11:00 to 11:35**

**//Using the Familiar & Not so Familiar to Enhance MS Science//** //~ Rich Descoteaux, Technology Integrator, Cooperative Middle School, rdescoteaux@sau16.org// Many of us have used familiar programs such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Inspiration. This session highlights how middle school science teachers have used these programs to enhance their classroom instruction. If time permits, an example lesson using Vernier technology will also be presented. Grade Range: 6-8
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Here are some links to websites that I have found that contain some good lesson plans for integrating technology into the middle school science classroom**.**

[|internet4classrooms.com] [|Microsoft.com/lessonplans]
 * Microsoft Office**


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**//Converting Traditional Science Activities to New Technologies//** //~ Emily Blazek, Biology Teacher, blazeke@sau25.net & Karen Cohen, Biology Teacher, cohenk@sau25.net, Bedford High School,// Discover how to convert traditional activities such as mitosis, flipbooks, and posters to newer technologies that include glogster and animations. Come learn about new ways to integrate technology with a biology focus. We will talk about using applications, such as Comic Life, Powerpoint Animation, Wikki pages, Glogster, and iMovie. Find new ways to convert your old assessments and projects with the use of either new computer software or web-based programs. Grade Range: 9-12 []
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Request access to our PBWorks page at the link above. Links, project descriptions, rubrics and examples can be found on our page.
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**//Data Collection with Vernier LabQuest//** //~ Jackie Bonneau, T3 National Instructor & Consultant, Vernier Software & Technology,// //bonneau@wpi.edu// Learn how easy it is for your students to collect and analyze data using Vernier data-collection technology. This session utilizes LabQuest as well as computers.
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**//Web Tools in the K-12 Science Classroom//** //~ ISTE Archived Webinar, Ben Smith & Jared Mader, Red Lion School District, Pennsylvania (this webinar was conducted live on January 5. 2011)// You know your students are using Facebook and MySpace to connect with their peers, but did you know that there are ways to bring these and other Web 2.0 tools into your science classroom? In this webinar, explore how you can transform the traditional learning environment by giving students the opportunity to make social connections that enhance their education. Learn how to use and integrate the latest Web 2.0 tools for social project creation, reviewing, sharing, and more. The presenters are well known for how they integrate technology into the science curriculum. Smith is a classroom teacher, K-12 science coordinator, science department chair, and technology resource teacher for the district. Mader is the district director of technology and is responsible for overseeing all professional development related to technology integration. Smith is currently serving as the PK-12 representative on the ISTE Board of Directors and both Smith and Mader have been published in //L&L//, ISTE's member magazine. Grade range: 4-12
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<span style="background-attachment: scroll; background-color: #e0e0e0; background-image: none; background-position: 0% 0%; color: maroon; display: block; font-size: 12pt; text-align: center;">**POST LUNCHEON PRESENTATION**

Friday, January 28th, 2011, is the 25th anniversary of the space shuttle tragedy that took the life of our New Hampshire teacher in space, Christa McAuliffe. In celebration of Christa’s life, mission, and vision, the Christa McAuliffe Technology Conference Steering Committee commissioned a video tribute to honor her dreams for education. Prior to hearing from David McDonald from the McAuliffe-Shephard Center, the seven-minute commemorative video will be shown. **//Inspiration, Exploration, & Discovery//** //presented by David McDonald, McAuliffe-Shepard Center,// //dmcdonald@starhop.com// The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center is in a unique position to inspire the next generation of scientists, technology personnel, engineers, and mathematicians. Explore how our resources can improve teaching and learning.
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 * Session 3: 1:20 to 1:55**

**//Mars Science Laboratory ~ 21st Century Skills Space Science Project//** //~ Gena Richards, MS Science Teacher, gena.richards@timberlane.net & John Holland, Technology Director, john.holland@timberlane.net, Timberlane Regional School District// Discover how a Timberlane Regional Middle School science class is using technology to simulate real-life scientific activities, as they study the NASA Mars Science Laboratory mission - the next rover going to Mars. See how the students have built robotic rovers using LEGO Mindstorms, and are writing computer programs using NXT-G to control the rovers. Web 2.0 resources being used include Moodle, Google Mars, an online interactive “virtual” scientist called “Dr. C”, and videoconferencing. Students are highly engaged in hands-on activities that enhance science learning, as well as learning critical 21st century skills. Grade Range: 6-8
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**//Technology & Science: Creative Ideas for the 21st Century//** //~ Joshua Keaton, Chemistry Teacher Science Department Head, jkeaton@wrsdsau59.org & Catherine Rand, Biology Teacher, crand@wrsdsau59.org, Winnisquam Regional High School// Adding technology into the science curriculum is an expensive endeavor. What we have been able to do is add various forms of technology into all of our science courses in a budget friendly way; these types of technology include the use of Vernier Probes and software, gel electrophoresis, interactive white boards, and a video flex. This workshop explains what teachers at Winnisquam High School have done and provides you with a few ideas for your school. Grade Range: 9-12
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**//Leveraging Online Instruction for Secondary Science Success//** //~ Kathy Zapcic, Business Development, Manager, PLATO Learning, kzapcic@plato.com & Mary Gautreaux// Join us for a discussion of strategies to implement research-based online instruction within your middle and high school science curriculum. From Advanced Placement™ to credit recovery, learn how science programs across the country are preparing 4-12 students for college and career success with engaging interactive online curriculum. With applications ranging from teacher-led classroom instruction to distance learning programs, PLATO Learning (www.plato.com) provides rigorous and relevant science instruction that engages and challenges students who are below, on, and above grade-level proficiency. Grade Range: 6-12
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**//It's Easy to go Digital in Your Science Classroom//** //~ Bruce Mercer, President, Mercer Sales Group, bmerc52@comcast.net & Cynthia Syverson, Swift Optical Instruments// Let us show you simple and affordable techniques, using Swift microscopes, digital cameras, and Motic software that you can use everyday! Learn how easy it is to use software and how to make your classroom a digital classroom!
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 * Session 4: 2:20 to 2:55**

**//Science Expressions: Integrating Science, Technology, & UDL//** //~ Paula Wyka, Special Education Teacher, Alternative Learning Environment, Windham High School, pawzn3@gmail.com// Discover how the presenter is integrating science, technology, and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) into her 21st Century Classroom**.** Explore the online science resources, weblinks, tools, and interactives that are woven into her science curriculum to inspire and assist student learning. Grade Range: 6-12


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**//The “Web of Science//** ” //~ Susan Adams, Education Manager, NHPTV, sadams@nhptv.org// Back by popular demand, this presenter does her homework and brings you a collection of the best websites for science educators. Discover some outstanding web-based resources for the science classroom that will excite your students and enhance your curriculum. Grade Range: 4 - 12
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**//Educational Search Engines & Student Focus//** //~ Cyndy Currier, NHSTE Software License Manager, ccurrier@mac.com// Do you want your students going through 648,000,000 hits when they research information about the sun? How about 646 hits that return only educational sites? In addition, the search can be aligned to NH standards, the sites are given reading levels you can filter, can be read aloud, can access a dictionary for unknown words, and can be saved to use later. Besides all this, you, as a teacher, can share the search, images, and timelines you find or create with your students along with an assignment geared specifically to their learning level. Even if you have netTrekker already, this session demonstrates features you might not be using. Do not miss it! Grade Range: 4 - 12
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**//Keeping it Fresh: A Ten a Day Program to Teaching to the Standards//** //~ Maureen Ellsworth. Account Executive, Turning Technologies, mellsworth@turningtechnologies.com// Imagine a classroom where 100% of the students are engaged in learning, a class where every student including students of poverty, English language learners, and students of ethnicity are responding to high level questions, proving and disproving all other options, and achieving mastery of the standards. Now picture a school where this is occurring school wide. You have just envisioned Sixth Street Prep School, a California charter school that discovered the power of student response systems to change the way students learn and the way teachers teach. Through the implementation of 10-A-Day, a program of daily review and preview of standards, Sixth Street Prep School has experienced unprecedented growth in student achievement that has captured for them the nickname, The Little School That Could. Find out how you can impact your student achievement with these effective teaching strategies! Grade Range: 4-6
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