Science instruction has often been centered on learning general knowledge rather than exploring and explaining specific phenomena. This session explores the significance and nuances of using phenomena in instruction aligned with the vision in the NRC Framework and Alabama standards.
This session will explore the potential of AI tools in education, equipping teachers with innovative strategies to enhance teaching and learning in dynamic ways. Participants will be introduced to a variety of AI platforms designed to personalize student learning experiences, and foster critical thinking skills. Through guided demonstrations and hands-on exploration, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with these tools, gaining practical insights into how they can be seamlessly integrated into their teaching practices. This session will encourage educators to leverage AI as a valuable tool in their classroom.
Join to take a deeper dive into the 3 Dimensions outlined in the 2023 Alabama Course of Study: Science. In this session, we will and explore how the Disciplinary Core Ideas, Scientific and Engineering Practices, and Crosscutting Concepts are an integral part of science instruction in all courses K-12.
Do you want to win $10,000, get recognized at the national level for your teaching, make professional contacts around the nation and get a free trip to Washington, D.C.? Come to our session and find out how to get a mentor and apply for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching (PAEMST) Award.
This session will provide an overview of the NBCT process, what each component requires and how they are scored. There will be time for in depth questions on how to start, work through, or complete the mission of becoming a NBCT.
Learn how to create fun interactive assessments that engage students in science content while allowing them to solve exveryday cryptic puzzles. Please bring a copy of a few vocabulary words and definitions or simple questions to utilize as your learn to build your own assessment on your laptop.
The iSTEM Alabama Collaborative has a goal for ALL youth to have the opportunity to invent creative solutions to real-world problems and recognize their full potential as innovators of now and the future. Join us to learn about the new Invention Convention Alabama program and how to get your students involved.
Come meet the science education faculty at the University of Alabama! Four faculty members will share about our research projects. We’ll also talk about opportunities to get involved, teaching resources related to our work, and collaborative partnerships.
