9-12 Earth Science: Beautiful Believable Barycenter

Students will use a model of the solar system to demonstrate the barycenter that exists between the earth and the sun.  

Material Type: Activity/Lab

Authors: William Allred, Carrie Robledo

9-12 Earth Science: Perfect Precession Picture

Students will use a model of the solar system to demonstrate rotation, revolution, kepler’s laws, Newton's laws, precession, nutation, seasons or tides.

Material Type: Activity/Lab

Authors: William Allred, Carrie Robledo

6-8 CTE: Using CodeSnaps to Program Spheros

In this project, students will learn about the planning process to creating an algorithm using paper coding blocks as manipulatives and visual aids. They will Be given a set of requirements that their robot must follow and then discuss the process with their groups and create their algorithm using Code Snaps. When they have created their paper program, they will test it and review it for possible issues and improvements.

Material Type: Activity/Lab

Authors: William Allred, Carrie Robledo

6-8 CTE: Entrepreneurship Podcasting

Student groups will have the opportunity to share the knowledge they develop about the entrepreneurial process and business leadership through the creation of a periodic Podcast.

Material Type: Activity/Lab

Authors: William Allred, Carrie Robledo

6-8 CTE: Paper Circuit Skeletal System

Students will use paper circuits to label various parts of the skeletal system.

Material Type: Activity/Lab

Authors: William Allred, Carrie Robledo

STEAM Engineering in Literacy by Jamie Perchinsky

STEAM ideas centered around popular children's books. Ideas will be shared on engineering projects to be done with these stories, as well as science, technology, math, and science connections as well. Sample engineering plans will be shared, as well. Link to presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vRxyhAzqegTko3lRxe7t6sE2wqGfqpfjEO6okpcXe_LNZWDOQSAfje44uDqCusLug1RBCIx_wHMjhL3/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.p

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

How Outdoor Learning and Gardening can Enhance Students' Critical Thinking Skills by Anthony Nesbit

This session will discuss how outdoor learning spaces and gardening provide opportunities for students to participate in inquiry-based learning and meaningful activities to enhance critical thinking skills. Using the garden and outdoors as a source for content-based activities, students can use design thinking to solve authentic problems.

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Sampling of Moore County's Favorite Tools by Kelly Rawlston

Tools that are considered to be the favorites for our Digital Integration Facilitators and teachers across the district will be showcased. Let me show you how we use these tools in the our classes to enhance our STEM learning. Link to presentation slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vQTP5Btz7rTRlAoX_I7V3HC5gKxhAflX6pD5MZfa2CF0RccZmKNWMlZqeS7yYAKCg6T9lTD2DIMXxE7/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.p

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Going Global With STEM by Carrie Robledo

Are you ready to break down the walls of your classroom & Go Global with STEM? Join Carrie as she shares how students are collaborating with peers on a global platform, & how tools like Seesaw, Flipgrid, Padlet, and Wakelet are helping students share their learning with families & teachers in their own building & beyond Link to session slides - bit.ly/globalstem20

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Real Classroom Examples of Engineering by Steve Johnson

In this session, you'll see actual, real-life examples of engineering / design thinking projects in classrooms just like yours. We will explore examples all the way from kindergarten through advanced high school math- with teacher-created materials and videos clearly showing the positive impacts on student thinking and learning. Link to presentation slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/123d4vBKJZI6P7y7tF40IWhQyiUB94G6Bys1HXOv5gSY/edit#slide=id.g35f391192_04

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

VR Google Expeditions and Tour Creator by Will Herring

Come see how VR can immerse students in learning. VR field trips can build interest, activate prior knowledge, and expose kids to the world beyond experiences. Get your hands on a set of virtual reality goggles to check out existing Google Expeditions & learn how TourCreator can take you even further.

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Simple Machines: The Rube Goldberg Way by Lindsey Sise

Students will be given a task to complete such as popping a balloon. They will be required to create a simple machine with 5-7 moving parts, made from common household materials, to complete the task. Leading up to this project, students will have learned about simple machines and Rube Goldberg. This project will help students be able to explain how simple machines such as inclined planes, pulleys, levers and wheel and axels are used to create mechanical advantage and increase efficiency. (7.P.2.4) The team of students that creates the machine that completes the task in the most whimsical way will be awarded a certificate.

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Shifting our perspective in STEM with GRACE by Laura Albrecht, Dr. Patricia Hilliard

Underrepresented minorities and women in STEM need GRACE. Incorporating GRACE into our middle and high school lessons will help students successfully make the transition from high school to college, and college to career. In this session, we will explore the five elements that could help students combat the frequently reported obstacles faced by STEM college students; such as racial bias, feelings of isolation, difficult coursework, and lack of mentors. GRACE represents skills that K - 12 educators can explicitly teach students to ensure their future success in a STEM field.

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Triple E Framework: Viewing Tech Integration through a Different Lens by Susan Read and Nora Beasley

The presentation will have specific lesson examples with explanations of how each is evaluated by the Triple E Framework. There will also be lesson examples to give the attendees an opportunity to practice their own Triple E evaluation skills. Attendees will gain access to a plethora of resources. Link to presentation slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/19WIQh-HqnY-vEajbroInPmSz0Gh6T7IhwnRWG5X5TEA/edit#slide=id.p

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

NASCAR Hall of Fame Start your Engines! by Eliza Russell

NASCAR is an excellent teaching application for students. STEM in action. During the sessions, you will learn how STEM is applied in real-world examples in NASCAR, from friction inside an engine to calculate the fuel added to the car. You will have the opportunity to learn to use household items for experiments and engineering, outdoors as a teaching environment, and the technology (OG and new) to amp up the engagement. Link to resource folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1OTFQ_56DUAuG3rriPRHdizjTxUg4We3w

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Running Your Own School Or District Robotics Competition by Lee Ann Holmes

Learn how your school or district can host your own robotics competition/showcase for students in grades K-8. Students of all ability levels program and engineer as they compete against other teams within the district. There are many advantages to hosting your own district event. Leave this session with a clear plan / materials for a competition this year! Link to presentation slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ajBRtk_bA5iQyO0V1iRLR2TtiqhPaY0ijU3YE_8flxg/edit#slide=id.g5da9679ea7_1_12092

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Digitally Breaking out! by Sarah Eiler

Learn how to build a digital breakout to enhance student's content knowledge, collaboration and critical thinking. Participate in a short digital breakout as a student and observe a think-aloud of creating a digital breakout. Spend time starting your own breakout and walk away with a plethora of resources! Link to presentation slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1TojQqF-3qBeDB17IJWI_PqyDRwQoA9nuc2fZ_qeiFhY/edit#slide=id.g35f391192_00

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Leading Students through Design Challenges by Dr. Angie Mullennix

In this session, attendees will learn how to lead students through the planning and development process of design challenges. Attendees will develop an understanding of the various components and stakeholders that can be brought into these challenges so that students have a well-rounded authentic learning experience. Link to presentation slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1mcsbNZUEE07uCXl5HByCw3NEy7kIDcpBr5UQt3dmeZw/edit#slide=id.g714aceb6c2_0_0

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Bring Literacy to Life With Technology by Ashley Priem

This session will bring new, integrated ideas and technology know-how to the K-5 teachers. Our goal for the session is to engage students, teachers, and parents, to share sample lessons, substantial amounts of free resources, and ways to integrate tech. Link to presentation slides: bit.ly/Literacy2Life

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Avoiding Pitfalls in the Virtual Classroom by Will Allred

In this session, we will highlight common pitfalls to avoid in the virtual classroom. I will introduce to attendees a variety of digital tools that can make virtual learning a bit easier for everyone involved. Links to session resources: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XT6zoEB3_y3Q_YomfHoH_SC-fFv2fx0zS9EvIRORblE/edit https://docs.google.com/document/d/18Cv_kTYgJjjaz7cKWqwF3GJC0o7evbl9ZB3xKFJFtd0/edit https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vS9fEPZDOYS2nZxJfIrbovlVQgtYBH9KOronb7pUk9IDRbDVyq2Qa-DbaPAaC-2lyEMzRtG5t7zxbBh/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=3000&slide=id.p https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1tZqTz6mqrWPb2Vk7r2DdF5CxCCuhFDzcR3Suhp-MHXM/edit#slide=id.p

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy