101 Science Web sites you might find of interest
Posted by Erik Schreefel in Educational Technology, Web 2.0 Tools on Jul 25, 2012. 2 Comments
Boldly go where no science teacher has gone before!
Your continuing mission: to discover useful new sites, to integrate them into your lesson plans and to giggle at this corny Star Trek reference.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
FREE STEM Sunday Family Event at Northeastern July 8
Join us for CMMI's FREE family day at Northeastern University on July 8, 2012.
Families of K-8 students will have the opportunity to participate in fun interactive demonstrations and science and engineering activities at Northeastern's Cabot Phyiscal Education Center (building 41 on the Campus Map) .Participants will have the opportunity to build a city of the future, draw a science mural, take home a garden kit, learn about whales, and more!
Visit http://sciencesunday.weebly.com/ for more information.
STEM Sunday is presented by Northeastern University's Center for STEM Education in collaboration with the National Science Foundation's CMMI Engineering and Research Innovation Conference, Cambridge Science Festival and Science on the Street, Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Maker Faire, Boston Children's Hospital, NStar, American Society of Civil Engineers and the Northeastern NUTRONS.
Space is limited, families must REGISTER HERE and be entered for a raffle!
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
LEGO@ DNA Learning Center - Masterin Molecular Biology - May 15th - Registration required
Please email Bob Rochlin at rrochlin@comcast.net if you are interested in attending.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
STEM Graduate Course Offerings
This is a notice announcing the opening of registration of graduate-level courses for science and math teachers that will be offered this summer at no cost to teachers (with the exception of a $50 registration fee).
Course 1 - Earth Science II: Solid Earth
Dates: July 16th–July 27th Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Northeastern University
Instructor: Professor Malcolm Pringle and Bruce Kamerer
To register for this course please complete the on-line application at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/EarthScienceII
This course will focus on the characteristics that describe and the processes that govern the solid earth. Basic earth and planetary science concepts will be emphasized including the study of the properties of rocks, minerals, and soils; the dynamics of plate tectonics; surficial processes and landforms; fossils and the fossil record; and geography and the principles of mapping. The course will help middle school teachers train students in the fundamental concepts of Earth Science (as outlined in the Massachusetts State Science Frameworks) by illustrating how these learning standards can be used to address current environmental issues (natural disasters, natural resources, and urban planning) that may elicit and engage the interests of students.
Course 2 - Energy I: Integrating the Sciences through Energy
Dates: June 28-29, July 2, 3, 5, 6, and July 9-13th Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Instructors: Professors Malcolm Pringle, Christos Zahopoulos, Steven Untersee, and Michael Clinchot
To register for this course, please complete the on-line application at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/EnergyI
This course is designed to deepen teacher knowledge of energy concepts and how to connect energy concepts across content areas. This class is well suited to help elementary and middle school teachers use energy as a theme to connect their curriculum throughout the year and for high school teachers to connect it to prior and future learning. Participants will develop research-based strategies for communicating with students, especially English language learners and students with other special needs.
Course 3 - Chemistry I: The Particulate Nature of Matter
Dates: June 28, 29, July 2, 3, 5, 6 and July 9, 10, 11 & 13 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Instructor: Professor Thomas Gilbert
To register for this course, please complete the on-line application at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ChemI
This is a contextualized chemistry content graduate level course offered to give both in-service and pre-service teachers the in depth scientific background necessary to teach chemistry effectively. This course offers an in depth exploration of fundamental principles of chemistry and will focus primarily on the particulate nature of matter, mechanisms of energy transfer, gas laws, chemical periodicity, and the use of scientific evidence to develop theories to explain nature.
Course 4 - Biology I: Cell Biology and Genetics—A Human Approach
Dates: July 16th-20th and 23rd–27th Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: UMASS Boston
Instructor: Professor Rachel Skvirsky
To register for this course, please complete the on-line application: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BiologyI
In-depth exploration of the biological principles, content knowledge, and pedagogical strategies needed for teaching cell and molecular biology and genetics at the middle and high school levels. The course takes a human biology approach to these areas, using activities and examples drawn from the human body. Content is aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework and the National Science Education Standards. The course consists of explanation of concepts, laboratory activities, problem-solving exercises, classroom discussion, readings, and other assignments. Emphasis is placed on gaining a rich understanding of biological concepts, while modeling the use of hands-on, inquiry-based teaching strategies.
Please note – a $50 registration fee is required. Participants will receive a $650 stipend upon completion of each course. The cost for graduate credit for each NU course is: $650 + $50 registration, making the final out-of-pocket cost $50. Teachers from all districts may pay for this course with a tuition check in the amount of $650 (made out to Northeastern University) on the first day of class, or elect to be billed by the university directly at a later time.
For more information, visit our website at: http://www.stem.neu.edu/gbsssp/gbsssp.htm or contact Feby Kiragu at 617-373-5154 or email: f.kiragu@neu.edu if you have questions.
Course 1 - Earth Science II: Solid Earth
Dates: July 16th–July 27th Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Northeastern University
Instructor: Professor Malcolm Pringle and Bruce Kamerer
To register for this course please complete the on-line application at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/EarthScienceII
This course will focus on the characteristics that describe and the processes that govern the solid earth. Basic earth and planetary science concepts will be emphasized including the study of the properties of rocks, minerals, and soils; the dynamics of plate tectonics; surficial processes and landforms; fossils and the fossil record; and geography and the principles of mapping. The course will help middle school teachers train students in the fundamental concepts of Earth Science (as outlined in the Massachusetts State Science Frameworks) by illustrating how these learning standards can be used to address current environmental issues (natural disasters, natural resources, and urban planning) that may elicit and engage the interests of students.
Course 2 - Energy I: Integrating the Sciences through Energy
Dates: June 28-29, July 2, 3, 5, 6, and July 9-13th Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Instructors: Professors Malcolm Pringle, Christos Zahopoulos, Steven Untersee, and Michael Clinchot
To register for this course, please complete the on-line application at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/EnergyI
This course is designed to deepen teacher knowledge of energy concepts and how to connect energy concepts across content areas. This class is well suited to help elementary and middle school teachers use energy as a theme to connect their curriculum throughout the year and for high school teachers to connect it to prior and future learning. Participants will develop research-based strategies for communicating with students, especially English language learners and students with other special needs.
Course 3 - Chemistry I: The Particulate Nature of Matter
Dates: June 28, 29, July 2, 3, 5, 6 and July 9, 10, 11 & 13 Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Instructor: Professor Thomas Gilbert
To register for this course, please complete the on-line application at: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ChemI
This is a contextualized chemistry content graduate level course offered to give both in-service and pre-service teachers the in depth scientific background necessary to teach chemistry effectively. This course offers an in depth exploration of fundamental principles of chemistry and will focus primarily on the particulate nature of matter, mechanisms of energy transfer, gas laws, chemical periodicity, and the use of scientific evidence to develop theories to explain nature.
Course 4 - Biology I: Cell Biology and Genetics—A Human Approach
Dates: July 16th-20th and 23rd–27th Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: UMASS Boston
Instructor: Professor Rachel Skvirsky
To register for this course, please complete the on-line application: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BiologyI
In-depth exploration of the biological principles, content knowledge, and pedagogical strategies needed for teaching cell and molecular biology and genetics at the middle and high school levels. The course takes a human biology approach to these areas, using activities and examples drawn from the human body. Content is aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Framework and the National Science Education Standards. The course consists of explanation of concepts, laboratory activities, problem-solving exercises, classroom discussion, readings, and other assignments. Emphasis is placed on gaining a rich understanding of biological concepts, while modeling the use of hands-on, inquiry-based teaching strategies.
Please note – a $50 registration fee is required. Participants will receive a $650 stipend upon completion of each course. The cost for graduate credit for each NU course is: $650 + $50 registration, making the final out-of-pocket cost $50. Teachers from all districts may pay for this course with a tuition check in the amount of $650 (made out to Northeastern University) on the first day of class, or elect to be billed by the university directly at a later time.
For more information, visit our website at: http://www.stem.neu.edu/gbsssp/gbsssp.htm or contact Feby Kiragu at 617-373-5154 or email: f.kiragu@neu.edu if you have questions.
Monday, April 9, 2012
Physics Summer Content Institutes
Physics Summer Content Institutes
Sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
______________________________________________________
Physics I: Mechanics and Energy
Physics II: E&M and Waves
- No Cost to Massachusetts Teachers
- Great Activities
- $500 Worth of Equipment
- 67 PDPs
- Optional Graduate Credit
Contact: Mark D.Greenman
E-Mail: mgreenman2@verizon.net
Phone: 781-248-4952
WEB Site:
http://mhs.marbleheadschools.org/teachers/page/greenman/Prof_Development
______________________________________________________
Physics I: Mechanics & Energy
Investigations will involve the study of motion, change in motion, force, work, energy and power.
Dates: July16-20 and July 23-26 (9-days), 8:00 A.M. to 3:00
P.M.
Follow-up: September 22, 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Location: (Tentative) Boston University, Boston, MA
______________________________________________________
Physics II: E&M and Waves
Investigations will involve the study of electricity, magnetism and waves.
Dates: August7-10 and August 13-17 (9-days), 8:30 A.M. to 3:30
P.M.
Follow-up: September 29, 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Location: UMASS Lowell Olney Hall, Lowell, MA
______________________________________________________
Course Overview: These will be collegial, hands-on laboratory-based courses that are especially relevant to physics teachers in grades 7 through 12 and special education staff supporting students who are learning physics concepts. These physics courses will help you develop more competencies in physics and increase your comfort in using technology resources in support of practices that align with the National Research Council -A Framework for K-12 Science
Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas+ and teaching concepts and content related to the Massachusetts state frameworks standards in high school and middle school physics.
We will use a mix of traditional equipment and computer probe-ware to gather and analyze data to facilitate -learning from nature.+ The -minds-on+ pedagogy of Interactive Laboratory Experience (ILEs) and
- Interactive Lecture Demonstrations (ILDs), developed at The Center
- for Science and Mathematics Teaching at Tufts University, will be
- modeled throughout the institute. Teachers will leave this
- institute with classroom activities, written resources and an
- assortment of supplies and equipment to support a technology
- enhanced physics curriculum.
Sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
______________________________________________________
Physics I: Mechanics and Energy
Physics II: E&M and Waves
- No Cost to Massachusetts Teachers
- Great Activities
- $500 Worth of Equipment
- 67 PDPs
- Optional Graduate Credit
Contact: Mark D.Greenman
E-Mail: mgreenman2@verizon.net
Phone: 781-248-4952
WEB Site:
http://mhs.marbleheadschools.org/teachers/page/greenman/Prof_Development
______________________________________________________
Physics I: Mechanics & Energy
Investigations will involve the study of motion, change in motion, force, work, energy and power.
Dates: July16-20 and July 23-26 (9-days), 8:00 A.M. to 3:00
P.M.
Follow-up: September 22, 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Location: (Tentative) Boston University, Boston, MA
______________________________________________________
Physics II: E&M and Waves
Investigations will involve the study of electricity, magnetism and waves.
Dates: August7-10 and August 13-17 (9-days), 8:30 A.M. to 3:30
P.M.
Follow-up: September 29, 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Location: UMASS Lowell Olney Hall, Lowell, MA
______________________________________________________
Course Overview: These will be collegial, hands-on laboratory-based courses that are especially relevant to physics teachers in grades 7 through 12 and special education staff supporting students who are learning physics concepts. These physics courses will help you develop more competencies in physics and increase your comfort in using technology resources in support of practices that align with the National Research Council -A Framework for K-12 Science
Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas+ and teaching concepts and content related to the Massachusetts state frameworks standards in high school and middle school physics.
We will use a mix of traditional equipment and computer probe-ware to gather and analyze data to facilitate -learning from nature.+ The -minds-on+ pedagogy of Interactive Laboratory Experience (ILEs) and
- Interactive Lecture Demonstrations (ILDs), developed at The Center
- for Science and Mathematics Teaching at Tufts University, will be
- modeled throughout the institute. Teachers will leave this
- institute with classroom activities, written resources and an
- assortment of supplies and equipment to support a technology
- enhanced physics curriculum.
Monday, March 5, 2012
2013 InvenTeams
http://web.mit.edu/inventeams/apply.html Applications for the 2012-2013 InvenTeams are being accepted.All deadlines are 5:00 p.m. ET.
Apply for 2013 InvenTeamsProcess
Applying for an InvenTeam grant is a two-step process. The initial application is available online each fall and due in the spring (for grants awarded the following academic year).
Youth Involvement
Educators often begin the application without youth participants. Youth input is encouraged for the initial application and required for the final application. Many educators recruit youth early to create a richer proposal for the initial application.
Invention Ideas
InvenTeam projects span many fields from assistive devices to environmental technologies and consumer goods. Applicants are encouraged to consider needs of the world's poorest people (those earning $2/day) when brainstorming invention ideas. Some InvenTeams pursue inventions that also augment STEM curriculum such as Project Lead the Way. See former InvenTeams and their invention projects. Selection
A panel comprising inventors; educators; InvenTeam student alumni; and MIT faculty, staff, and alumni reviews the applications. Diversity is considered among school settings, demographics, and projects. Up to 35 finalists are selected from the initial applications to continue to the next step. Excite Awards
Selected finalists receive Excite Awards: These educators attend EurekaFest, a multi-day celebration at MIT in June. Finalists meet current InvenTeams, see their inventions, and attend invention workshops, which count toward Professional Development Points (PDPs). Excite Award winners must attend EurekaFest in order to submit a final InvenTeam grant application. Travel, food, and lodging are provided. 2013 InvenTeam Application Timeline
(Grants for the 2012-2013 academic year)
Early feedback deadline: March 1, 2012
Initial application deadline: April 6, 2012
Excite Award recipient notification: April 20, 2012
EurekaFest 2012: June 20-23, 2012
Final application deadline: September 7, 2012 2013
InvenTeams announced: September 28, 2012
Apply for 2013 InvenTeamsProcess
Applying for an InvenTeam grant is a two-step process. The initial application is available online each fall and due in the spring (for grants awarded the following academic year).
Youth Involvement
Educators often begin the application without youth participants. Youth input is encouraged for the initial application and required for the final application. Many educators recruit youth early to create a richer proposal for the initial application.
Invention Ideas
InvenTeam projects span many fields from assistive devices to environmental technologies and consumer goods. Applicants are encouraged to consider needs of the world's poorest people (those earning $2/day) when brainstorming invention ideas. Some InvenTeams pursue inventions that also augment STEM curriculum such as Project Lead the Way. See former InvenTeams and their invention projects. Selection
A panel comprising inventors; educators; InvenTeam student alumni; and MIT faculty, staff, and alumni reviews the applications. Diversity is considered among school settings, demographics, and projects. Up to 35 finalists are selected from the initial applications to continue to the next step. Excite Awards
Selected finalists receive Excite Awards: These educators attend EurekaFest, a multi-day celebration at MIT in June. Finalists meet current InvenTeams, see their inventions, and attend invention workshops, which count toward Professional Development Points (PDPs). Excite Award winners must attend EurekaFest in order to submit a final InvenTeam grant application. Travel, food, and lodging are provided. 2013 InvenTeam Application Timeline
(Grants for the 2012-2013 academic year)
Early feedback deadline: March 1, 2012
Initial application deadline: April 6, 2012
Excite Award recipient notification: April 20, 2012
EurekaFest 2012: June 20-23, 2012
Final application deadline: September 7, 2012 2013
InvenTeams announced: September 28, 2012
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR THE KAVLI SCIENCE VIDEO CONTEST
Grades 6-12 students compete for the chance to win $2000 (first prize) and a travel stipend to Washington DC to attend the festival. The winners are also honored in an awards ceremony, hosted by Bill Nye, as part of the festival.
Our central theme, or driving question, is how to "Save the World through Science and Engineering". Students make a short video (:30-:90) that shows how scientific discoveries and inventions can improve our lives and change our world, either right now or in the future. Enter by March 21, 2012.
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