2022 Houston National Conference

April 31-2, 2022

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FILTERS APPLIED:9 - 12, Hands-On Workshop, Developing Scientific Literacy in the Classroom, Environmental Science

 

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PlantingScience: Promoting Students' Science Identity Through Online Mentoring

Thursday, March 31 • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 362B


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Come participate in activities showing how all students’ understanding of science becomes deeper and broader when given the chance to interact with a professional scientist mentor.

TAKEAWAYS:
Participants will: 1. learn how the PlantingScience mentoring program works, and how they can participate; 2. understand the impact that exposure to real scientists can have on students' interest in and perception of science as a practice and a profession; and 3. learn mentoring strategies and understand how PS mentors are coached to respond to students in ways that promote inclusive conversations and learning.

SPEAKERS:
Jennifer Hartley (The Botanical Society of America: Saint Louis, MO)

Systems Object Framework to Assess Conceptualization of Object Connections Within Systems

Thursday, March 31 • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 310A



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NST_2022.pdf

STRAND: Promoting Effective Assessments in the STEM Classroom

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Systems Object Framework is an assessment tool that captures both levels of system structure and students’ growing conceptualization of that system structure.

TAKEAWAYS:
Attendees will interact with Systems Object Framework and learn how: 1. to use it as an assessment tool evaluating student conceptualization of system structure; 2. to use it as a curriculum design tool; and 3. NGSS standards are being promoted through the use of SOF.

SPEAKERS:
Narmin Ghalichi (Bowling Green State University: Bowling Green, OH)

Student Science at Sea!

Thursday, March 31 • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 362E



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NSTA2022_student-science-at-sea.pdf

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Engage your students in real-world science about climate change, geology, and Earth’s history through free resources offered by the International Ocean Discovery Program.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Learn how to access the 100+ free classroom resources developed by the International Ocean Discovery Program; 2. Collaborate with other teachers to plan lessons that engage students in real-world science and engineering practices; and 3. Improve students’ science literacy through the opportunity to provide students with an authentic interaction with diverse STEM leaders.

SPEAKERS:
Maya Pincus (Bushwick Leaders' High School for Academic Excellence: Brooklyn, NY)

Using the NGSS Science and Engineering Practices for Competency-Based Grading and Assessment

Thursday, March 31 • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 352F



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Competency Based Grading Presentation - NSTA 31.03.2022.pdf

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See how a high school science department unpacked the science and engineering practices to create and implement a flexible, competency-based assessment system across all courses.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Competency-based grading in a science classroom; 2. Assessing Science and Engineering Practices; and 3. Practical tips for assessment and rubric design and implementation.

SPEAKERS:
Alyssa Wallace (Del Lago Academy: Escondido, CA), Trish Stepanek (Del Lago Academy: Escondido, CA), Maria Vidaca (Del Lago Academy: Escondido, CA)

Get Hooked on Learning Science!

Thursday, March 31 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 372 B/C


STRAND: Using Science Inquiry to Facilitate Learning for Multilingual Learners

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Explore the use of zebrafish in a diverse, inquiry-based classroom to spark ALL students’ curiosity and scientific engagement with real-life science experiences through multiple-learning modalities.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Build knowledge about the use of zebrafish in biomedical research; 2. Learn how zebrafish and low-budget pet store supplies can be used to engage diverse learners in multimodal (visual, kinesthetic) real-life science learning experiences; and 3. Engage in activities to learn how zebrafish can be used to provide three-dimensional learning experiences for ALL learners by providing opportunities to engage in practices used by scientists, exploring crosscutting concepts and disciplinary code ideas.

SPEAKERS:
Vinita Hajeri (The University of Texas at Dallas: Richardson, TX), Pam Kirkland (The University of Texas at Dallas: Richardson, TX)

My Story Won’t Stay in Line: Teachers Learning About Entangled Phenomena Together

Thursday, March 31 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 310A


STRAND: Developing Scientific Literacy in the Classroom

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When teaching about complex social justice science issues, how do teachers decide what to include while learning about new content and contexts?

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Strategies for deciding what content is “worthwhile” when teaching about complex phenomena; 2. Strategies for deciding how much context is appropriate to include when dealing with social justice issues in science class; and 3. Suggestions for leveraging professional learning communities as sites where we can learn about unfamiliar contexts and contents in order to connect our subject to our communities.

SPEAKERS:
Daniel Morales-Doyle (University of Illinois Chicago: Chicago, IL), Alejandra Frausto Aceves (Northwestern University: Evanston, IL), Adilene Aguilera (George Washington High School: Chicago, IL), Mindy Chappell (North-Grand High School: Chicago, IL), Tiffany Childress Price (Chicago Public Schools: Chicago, IL), Tomasz Rajski (Hubbard High School: Chicago, IL)

Invitations to Inquiry with FieldScope: Engaging Students in Using Citizen and Community Science Data

Thursday, March 31 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 362C


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Invitations to Inquiry with FieldScope are free lessons designed to build student confidence to analyze and interpret data and answer questions about real-world phenomena.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Develop an understanding of an instructional model designed to incrementally provide students with opportunities to develop data analysis and interpretation skills using citizen and community science data sets; 2. Develop awareness and fluency in using an online graphing and mapping tool to analyze large data sets; and 3. Consider the benefits and barriers in using large data sets and digital tools in the classroom.

SPEAKERS:
Audrey Mohan (BSCS Science Learning: Colorado Springs, CO), Sean O'Connor (BSCS Science Learning: Colorado Springs, CO)

3-D Science in a World of Eight Billion

Thursday, March 31 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 361E


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Engage in three-dimensional learning with hands-on activities to explore human population, biodiversity, climate change, land and natural resource use, and paths to sustainability.

TAKEAWAYS:
Participants will: 1. learn ways to incorporate 3-D learning strategies into hands-on activities around the NGSS topic of Human Sustainability; 2. come away with ideas and lessons to supplement their coursework in High School Biology and Environmental Science (General and AP) with experiential activities for in-person and virtual classrooms; and 3. be able to identify how the presented hands-on activities meet the NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas, Crosscutting Concepts, and Science and Engineering Practices; and how the activities can be used to reach all kinds of learners, for an inclusive classroom.

SPEAKERS:
Abby Watkins (Population Connection: Washington, DC), Pam Wasserman (Population Connection: Washington, DC)

A STEM Ice Core Investigation That Integrates the Three Dimensions of NGSS

Thursday, March 31 • 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 360 E/F



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Ice Core Record Data Sheet - Jamboard version
This can be used to do the activity instead of the printed versions, where all students can work in teams in the same document and then be able to see what other teams have done, Please make your own copy to use it in your classroom
Ice Core Records Investigation
Ice Core Records Webinar
Ice Core Student Handout.pdf
SOHO Solar Proton Events & Coronal Mass Ejections
This video highlights the SOHO mission UV highlights of mass ejections, solar winds and protons impacting earth

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A multidisciplinary open-ended investigation that incorporates absolute and relative dating, anomalies, historical context, volcanoes, solar proton events, energy cycles, Earth systems, terrestrial events, and supernovas.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Students will have a better understanding of the process of constructing knowledge; 2. Students will have to analyze and defend their results; and 3. Sometimes there is no answer key, only possible solutions from constructing and analyzing data from several sources that cross traditional disciplines.

SPEAKERS:
Donna Young (NASA/NSO/UoL Program Manager: Laughlin, NV)

Citizen Scientists Needed! Study Your Local “Heat Islands"

Thursday, March 31 • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 322A



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Citizen Scientist final.pdf
Are you ready to find Earth science resources that serve all of your students, especially your multilingual learners? If so, you will not want to miss this session to find NASA resources that are made for teachers, by teachers. My NASA Data worked closely with teachers to develop resources that build data analysis and interpretation skills while saving precious planning time. The tools are flexible for in-person and virtual learning, increase student participation in these environments, and make

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Compare surface temperature data collected by students between urban and rural areas. Get involved and continue over the summer in a Google classroom. Resources will be provided.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. The importance of collecting surface temperature data to study “heat islands” within communities and ways to interpret the data; 2. Analysis of ground-truthing data and NASA satellite data; and 3. Instructional materials from GLOBE and NASA to teach the science content (heat islands) and protocols aligned to NGSS.

SPEAKERS:
Desiray Wilson (Science Systems and Applications, Inc.: Hampton, VA), Janet Struble (: Toledo, OH), Kevin Czajkowski (The University of Toledo: Toledo, OH), Jessica Taylor (NASA Langley Research Center: Hampton, VA)

Discovering and Diagnosing Honeybee Killers

Thursday, March 31 • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 360 E/F


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Bee-coming a data scientist—discover how honeybee researchers find pathogens that contribute to colony loss.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Understand the essential role of honeybees in agriculture; 2. Discover example phenomena to engage students as a data scientist and exploration into the universal language of DNA sequences; and 3. A simple and free computer-based activity that can be performed anywhere with a computer and internet (classroom, home, or public library).

SPEAKERS:
Zack Bateson (National Agricultural Genotyping Center: Fargo, ND), Jane Hunt (Nourish the Future - Education Projects, LLC: Columbus, OH)

Bridging the Gap Between Core Sciences and Career Focus Classes: Working Together to Bring STEM to All Learners

Thursday, March 31 • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 361E



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https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1otq2QgdctqI1lS86CmNBZDjydGSNUvZNcnpWBsA92TE/edit?usp=sharing

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This workshop will focus on how collaboration between educators can provide an educational experience to all learners in a district that highlights STEM education from Kindergarten to High School. The presenters will introduce many activities and lessons for teachers and administrators to bring back to their schools and classrooms focusing on agricultural education, engineering activities, and STEM experiments. The workshop will be broken into three segments highlighting hydroponics, community gardens, robotics, computer science, and science experiments/demonstrations.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Our Science/STEM Instructor will present various STEM Night lessons and activities that are taught to high school students who participate in Family/Science Nights in the district throughout the year. These activities focus on NGSS standards that students learn throughout the year; 2. Our Agriculture Educator will present how to start and maintain a hydroponics lab and a community garden in the district for all levels of instruction; and 3. Our Engineering instructor will present a curriculum and activities in Robotics and Computer Science Applications that will build your students' knowledge and demonstrate how these students teach younger students in the district in STEM education.

SPEAKERS:
Kim Usery (Cabot High School: Cabot, AR), Nicole Gatewood (Cabot High School: Cabot, AR)

Infusing STEM into a Truly Integrated High School Science Course

Friday, April 1 • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 310A


STRAND: Developing Scientific Literacy in the Classroom

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Integrated science? Teach NGSS-focused geology, ecology, biology, engineering, and physical science through real-world problems. Access rubrics, guides, lesson plans, timelines, and other ideas.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Using a thematic approach to integrated science truly integrates the disciplines rather than the traditional one quarter of each discipline; 2. Integrated science can be highly engaging by giving students real-world applications of the content; and 3. Even though NGSS does not have a set of "integrated science" standards, aligning this kind of course to NGSS is still possible.

SPEAKERS:
Vanessa Ueltzen (Walther Christian Academy: Melrose Park, IL)

Dumpster Dive with STEM

Friday, April 1 • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 351E



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Dumpster Dive With STEM Participant Folder

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Connect the human impact of trash pollution to engineering design. Get your students thinking critically and creatively as they collaborate in real-world problem-solving. The global real-world issue of human-generated trash polluting local bodies of water is the main focus of this hands-on session. Using our partnership with the Howard County Conservancy, our students learn about their local watersheds and contribute to a Watershed Report Card. Students see how trash that is often found on our local schoolyards can affect our watershed, and they design a working model for trash removal in a local tributary. Basic coding will be used to design programs that will control sensors and motors through a microcontroller, thus removing the trash from the water source. The model will utilize solar and water power to move the trash into a separate receptacle. Various sensors will also be used to monitor water levels and determine the outcome of the program. This session will allow participants to find ways to increase the environmental stewardship of their students while incorporating engineering design into the science classroom. This project allows authentic integration of technology, mathematics, crosscutting concepts, science practices, and easy implementation of the Next Generation Science Standards.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Connecting the human impact of single-use plastics and their effect on aquatic ecosystems; 2. Exposing students to basic coding and engineering design in an NGSS-focused content classroom; and 3. Developing a project that enhances STEM skills in students such as collaboration, curiosity, and creative problem-solving.

SPEAKERS:
Jessica Kohout (Educational Consultant: Ellicott City, MD), Stacy Thibodeaux (Southside High School: Youngsville, LA)

Thermoset versus Thermoplastic Polymers

Friday, April 1 • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 332 E/F


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Overview of thermoset versus thermoplastic polymers and hands-on activities to be done in the classroom, including predictive design, calculations, and environmental impact discussion.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Different ways of categorizing polymers; 2. Difficulties with recycling certain polymer materials; and 3. Design and environmental challenges for students.

SPEAKERS:
Scott Spohler (Global Impact STEM Academy: Springfield, OH), Briana Richardson (Washington High School: Washington Court House, OH)

All Learning Is Cultural, Especially Science

Friday, April 1 • 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 342B


STRAND: Strategies for Creating Inclusive Science Classrooms

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During this session, we will discuss instructional tools and resources to leverage students' cultural capital in the science classroom.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Explore the tenets of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy; 2. Understand how all learning is cultural, especially science, and access to science helps students become change agents; and 3. Explore the components and values of an inclusive science classroom.

SPEAKERS:
Patricia Morgan (Georgia State University: Atlanta, GA)

Using CERs and CEJs to Develop Student Discourse and Discussion

Friday, April 1 • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 352D



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Using CERs and CEJs: Shared Resources

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Come learn how to teach in three dimensions and advance students’ scientific literacy by strategically applying the use of CERs and CEJs in your classroom.

TAKEAWAYS:
After this session, participants will be able to: 1. identify the CER and CEJ approach for building scientific literacyl; 2. identify opportunities for using CERs and CEJs to facilitate student discourse and discussion; and 3. apply what they have learned to their own classroom.

SPEAKERS:
McKenna Serowka (Lake Zurich High School: Lake Zurich, IL), Laura Cohen (Lake Zurich High School: Lake Zurich, IL)

E-Bin: Creating Litter-Free Schools and Waterways Through a Rewards System in Recycling

Friday, April 1 • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 361B


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The free app E-Bin identifies trash and recyclables as they’re tossed out and indicates which waste bin to use. Rewards are earned for doing so.

TAKEAWAYS:
How to: 1. set up a school recycling system based on rewards; 2. use a free educational app promoting a “green” environment; and 3. earn money for school clubs.

SPEAKERS:
Mark Supal (Retired Educator: Grosse Pointe, MI)

Mesofauna Investigation: Soil Biodiversity and Climate

Friday, April 1 • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 370 A/B


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Look for patterns in biodiversity and habitat structure as you investigate mesofauna to determine cause and effect relationships and understand how ecosystem services affect patterns of diversity.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Investigate patterns in mesofauna diversity, soil health, and carbon sequestration; 2. Calculate species richness, relative abundance, and soil structure to determine the diversity in a soil ecosystem; and 3. Identify human impact on ecosystem services that affect patterns of biological diversity.

SPEAKERS:
Heather Bryan (Nourish the Future - Education Projects, LLC: Columbus, OH)

How Many Trees Do I Have to Plant in Order to Offset My Carbon Footprint?

Friday, April 1 • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 352F



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Biology Activities Folder
Lesson materials for CO2 Activities
Chemistry/Physics Activates Folder
Activity Worksheets on Thermochemistry (Enthalpy), Stoichiometry and Application of Thermochem/Stoichiometry

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Participants will explore the biology, chemistry, and physics of carbon dioxide’s role in climate and climate change.

TAKEAWAYS:
Attendees will: 1. explore the biological pathways, stoichiometric reactions, thermodynamics, and environmental implications of hydrocarbon-sourced CO2 gas; 2. learn how to explain the role of carbon dioxide in climate change to high schoolers through hands-on activities; and 3. learn how to bring relevance and critical thinking to their science classes.

SPEAKERS:
Nicole DiLuglio (Houston ISD: Houston, TX), Marlo Diosomito (Houston ISD: Houston, TX), Cedric Williams (Houston ISD: Houston, TX)

CSSS-Sponsored Session: Teaching Science to Support Caring Ecological Relationships and Practices

Friday, April 1 • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 342B


STRAND: Strategies for Creating Inclusive Science Classrooms

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How can science learning experiences be designed to support reciprocal and caring understandings of the natural world and human-nature relationships? Come find out with us!

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Human-nature relationships are culturally rooted and embedded in approaches to science learning; 2. Shifting away from a view of humans as separate from nature and toward an understanding of humans as part of nature can support learners’ development of caring ecological relationships and practices; 3. Supporting reciprocal and caring human-nature relationships aligns with NGSS science and engineering practices, disciplinary core ideas, and crosscutting concepts.

SPEAKERS:
Maya Garcia (Colorado Dept. of Education: Denver, CO), Deb Morrison (University of Washington)

Bringing Oceans into the Physical Science Classroom

Saturday, April 2 • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 362B


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Oceanography is an appealing application to engage all students in the high school physical science, physics, and chemistry classroom.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. How to leverage students' interest in oceans to engage all students in physical science inquiry; 2. Resources for training teachers to promote oceanography instruction at all levels; and 3. Example activities that incorporate oceans into the physical sciences.

SPEAKERS:
Steve Schulz (Manheim Township School District: Lancaster, PA)

Scientific Literacy: Our Lives Depend on It!

Saturday, April 2 • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 310A



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Scientific Literacy: Out Lives Depend on It!
Access to slides and participant handouts

STRAND: Developing Scientific Literacy in the Classroom

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Explore what it means to be scientifically literate and how to develop students who can participate in discussions about scientific issues that affect society.

TAKEAWAYS:
The goals of this session are for participants to gain an understanding of what scientific literacy is, how it can be supported in classrooms, and how the application of science principles and processes will enable students to join society’s science conversations.

SPEAKERS:
Tina Hovance (Katy ISD: Katy, TX), Cathy Harter (Katy ISD: Katy, TX)

Energy Careers Excursion

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

George R. Brown Convention Center - 332 E/F


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Explore a variety of careers in the energy sector and discover what soft skills and personality traits will help your students in the workforce.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Learn activities to help students identify the soft skills and personality traits that will make them stand out in workplace environments; 2. Help students in understanding just how many different career opportunities and paths exist in the world around them. The list is much broader than doctor, lawyer, teacher, or firefighter and the energy industry includes much more diversity in job types than just engineer, technician, and electrician; and 3. Be able to describe the traits and skills that are essential to being a good worker and team player, no matter what industry or job the student may enter.

SPEAKERS:
Sue Parrent (The NEED Project: Manassas, VA)

CSSS-Sponsored Session: Teaching Climate Change: Empowering Our Students So They Can Change the World

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

George R. Brown Convention Center - 352E


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Climate change is a crucial subject for all ages. Come explore classroom strategies for supporting learners’ climate science knowledge and action-oriented responses to the climate crisis.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. All students are capable of learning about climate science and climate justice; 2. Climate education should be place-based, experiential, multidisciplinary, action-oriented, community-centered, and personally relevant for learners; and 3. Numerous examples, resources, and communities of practice are emerging to support teachers on climate education.

SPEAKERS:
Peter McLaren (Next Gen Education, LLC: North Kingstown, RI), Deb Morrison (University of Washington), Maya Garcia (Colorado Dept. of Education: Denver, CO), Frank Niepold (NOAA Climate Program Office: Silver Spring, MD)

Bringing Weather into the Physical Science Classroom

Saturday, April 2 • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 362C


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Meteorology is an appealing application that can be used to engage all students in the high school physical science, physics, and chemistry classroom.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. How to leverage students' interest in weather to engage all students in physical science inquiry; 2. Resources for training teachers to promote meteorology instruction at all levels; and 3. Example activities that incorporate weather into the physical sciences.

SPEAKERS:
Steve Schulz (Manheim Township School District: Lancaster, PA)

Pablo Escobar’s Hippos as an Anchoring Phenomenon for Teaching Ecology and Systems Modeling

Saturday, April 2 • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 332 E/F


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Use SageModeler to model real data on how hippos affect their environment in Tanzania and predict how invasive hippos might impact the environment in Colombia!

TAKEAWAYS:
Attendees will: 1. discuss how to use hippos, and particularly Pablo Escobar’s hippos in Colombia (an introduced species), as an anchoring phenomenon to teach ecology; 2. examine data from a study of how hippos affect the ecology of aquatic ecosystems in central Tanzania and use those data to investigate key ecological concepts like nutrient cycling and eutrophication and 3. learn to use the free online program SageModeler to model the interactions described in the study above and predict how Pablo Escobar’s hippos may affect the Colombian ecosystem.

SPEAKERS:
Emily Schmidt (The Bronx High School of Science: Bronx, NY)

3D@NSTA: Engaging Students Through Inquiry Around Climate Justice Phenomena

Saturday, April 2 • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 310B


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Learn how to engage students in making sense of local climate justice phenomena and take action in response in partnership with impacted communities.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Ability to articulate the climate science standards within your own teaching context; 2. Examination of strategies to engage in climate justice instruction; and 3. Definition of your own action plan for designing science learning around climate justice phenomena for your own context.

SPEAKERS:
Deb Morrison (University of Washington)

Polishing Students’ Argumentation Skills: Using Discussion Diamonds to Support Evidence-Based Discourse and Writing

Saturday, April 2 • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 352E



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Discussion Diamonds Presentation 2022.pptx
Discussion_Diamond_Handouts.docx
Slip or Trip.pdf

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Experience how the discussion diamond protocol can help support students’ argumentation skills and Claim Evidence Reasoning writing through peer discourse.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Student discourse can be used to support the development of students’ argumentation skills; 2. The discussion diamond protocol provides students with a structure to build scientific arguments based on evidence and reasoning in collaboration with their peers; and 3. The discussion diamond protocol is a versatile tool that can be adapted for students at different skill levels and in various subjects.

SPEAKERS:
Nicole Ciccarello (Beverly Hills High School: Beverly Hills, CA)

Mining Copper: Beautiful Butte and Magnificent Malachite

Saturday, April 2 • 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 332C



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Mining Copper - Houston 2022

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Set up a simple lab and watch a cool demo for ways to talk about resources and the environment, using copper as a specific example.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Great lab that can be used for many levels of understanding—geology, environmental science, chemistry; 2. Focus on environmental impact of resource acquisition; and 3. Resources to highlight for students the depth and complexity of these issues.

SPEAKERS:
Scott Spohler (Global Impact STEM Academy: Springfield, OH), Briana Richardson (Washington High School: Washington Court House, OH)

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