In this session we will explore the power of systems thinking in the middle and high school STEM classroom through hands-on experience with STELLA modeling software. We will learn how to create our own dynamic models and analyze pre-built models. Aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), we will focus on the science practice of developing and using models to make predictions, explain concepts, and support student inquiry.
Participants in this session should bring a laptop.
Turnitin.com has long been a valuable resource for combatting plagiarism and strengthening academic integrity. They have also responded to our current landscape in which both students and teachers are navigating authorship, originality, and intellectual hygiene. We will explore the tools Turnitin provides, from PeerMark (peer editing), Drafts (revision), Originality Reports (AI), and different methods and modes of grading directly on Turnitin.com itself.
Google Docs, Sheets, and Forms are separate, discrete tools teachers use on a daily basis. What if you could use them in an integrated way to increase the efficiency of your work flow? Come and find out how to coordinate these tools to improve the work flow with your students. How can you connect a Google Form to a Document, that is also connected to a Spreadsheet that you can automate a response to your students with feedback? How can you turn a Google slide show into an assessment that is easy to provide feedback to?
Explore a variety of high-impact student engagement strategies designed to boost participation, deepen understanding, and create a more dynamic learning environment. This session highlights tech-integrated tools like PearDeck, Gimkit, Quizlet, and EdPuzzle, alongside hands-on approaches that support differentiation and formative assessment. Tailored especially for K-6 and K-8 teachers, you'll leave with ready-to-use ideas to bring back to your classroom. Perfect for educators seeking practical ways to energize their instruction and connect with all learners.
