2022 Houston National Conference

April 31-2, 2022

Additional sessions will be added as they are accepted and confirmed over the next several weeks.
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FILTERS APPLIED:PreK - 5, Hands-On Workshop, Developing Scientific Literacy in the Classroom

 

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Involving Families with Science and Literacy: It’s in the Bag

Friday, April 1 • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 310A


STRAND: Developing Scientific Literacy in the Classroom

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This engaging, evidence-based session answers the question, “How can we get families involved in their child’s education?” Science & Literacy bags provide unique experiences for families.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Participants learn about the science & literacy bags that encourage all students to describe, explain, and predict natural phenomena integrated with strategic science literacy skills; 2. Using the science & literacy bags, participants experience the science investigations integrated with science literacy skills along with management tips for successful implementation; and 3. Participants walk away with science & literacy bag ideas that promote powerful family, school, and community connections.

SPEAKERS:
Sandy Handrick (Educational Consultant: Leander, TX)

There Is Always Time for Talk…Circles

Saturday, April 2 • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 310A


STRAND: Developing Scientific Literacy in the Classroom

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Students are going to talk anyway. Learn to make talk productive with student-led talk circles. Use this powerful strategy next week to build students’ scientific literacy!

TAKEAWAYS:
1. How and when to use talk circles; 2. Talk Moves and how to use them; and 3. Materials and resources to take back and use immediately.

SPEAKERS:
Nicole Bay (Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy: North Windham, CT), Patricia McMahon (Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy: North Windham, CT)

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