Introduction to Modeling Instruction
Event Information
Description
Introduction to Modeling Instruction Workshop
Led by: Craig Buzska and Jane Heebner
During this one-week introduction to the principles of Modeling Instruction we’ll introduce several aspects of modeling such as facilitating student discourse, the modeling cycle, multiple representations in problem solving, and model-based curriculum design. We will explore these ideas by exploring content from several cross-cutting-concepts such as examining the role of energy, electricity, and light in biological and physical science contexts at middle and high school levels. You'll be able to experiment with these teaching tools right away, but you'll also have a sense of what you could gain by taking a full three-week workshop.
The workshop will engage you in selected "student-mode" activities embodying Modeling Instruction(TM). This will include one or two trips through the "modeling cycle" (paradigm experiment, development of model through whiteboarding and discussion, and model deployment). You will also participate in "teacher-mode" discussions of the pedagogy involved and of how you might try out elements of Modeling Instruction(TM) in your classroom. Examples will be chosen from physics, chemistry, and/or middle school science, depending upon the experience, background and interest of participants.
This one-week workshop provides a basic overview and a limited amount of experience with the elements of Modeling Instruction(TM); however, it is not a full Modeling Instruction(TM) Workshop satisfying the criteria for such workshops established by the American Modeling Teachers Association.
Schedule and Location:
The workshop will run for 1 week July 9 - July 13, 2018 (The date is tentative and subject to change) The workshop sessions will be from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm on Monday - Thursday and Friday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, followed by an optional 'TGIF' social hour from 3:30 to 4:30.
Location: Elisabeth Irwin High School (LREI)
By Subway: Take the “E” or “C” trains to Spring Street station, walk north on Sixth Avenue to Charlton Street, then turn left on Charlton Street. OR from “1” train at Houston Street station, walk south on Varick Street to Charlton Street and turn left.
*Note, this workshop requires a minimum number of participants. In the event there are not enough participants, the workshop may be cancelled, and all tuition would be refunded.
Cost:
Full Ticket Price $350/week
Full Ticket prices are for participants who receive financial support (from their school, district or other organization) to attend this workshop. See links below to download an invoice template which can be found on the following registration page. Email questions to Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org.
INVOICE AND PURCHASE ORDER REQUEST:
Districts/Schools, to request an invoice for a STEMteachersNYC 2018 Summer Workshop, please fill out a quick survey at: http://stemteachersnyc.org/po-invoice/ This is a required step in order to process your request. Any questions please contact registration@stemteachersnyc.org
Please send Purchase Orders (POs) to our Billing Office
Via Email: billing@stemteachersnyc.org
OR Via US Mail: STEMteachersNYC - Billing Office 245 West 107th Street, Suite 10B New York, NY 10025
Teachers! Ask your school to pay for your ticket! All the school needs to do is send us a Purchase Order (PO). Please fill out a quick survey at: http://stemteachersnyc.org/po-invoice/ Or just copy and paste the information above and let them know the workshop you want to attend. Don't be afraid to ask. There's always a chance the money will be available and they'll say yes, but if you don't ask, there's no chance at all.
Teacher Discounted Ticket $250/week
Ticket Discounted Tickets are for teachers who are paying for the workshop themselves - meaning they are not receiving financial support from their districts or other funding organizations.
Early Bird Ticket Price $200/week
Early Bird Ticket Prices are for teachers who register early (before May 15th), and are paying for the workshop themselves - meaning they are not receiving financial support from their districts or other funding organizations.
Please note: We take photographs and record video of our workshops in order to publicize a positive image of science teaching, and of STEMteachersNYC - a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. If you register, you are agreeing to be photographed and to have your voice and image video-recorded. You are also agreeing to relinquish all your rights to the photographs and video recordings.
If you do not wish to be photographed or video-recorded - you must inform us at check-in. We will take one photograph of your face so that we can erase your image if we happen to catch it by chance during the workshop, and we will do our best to avoid you. We would also appreciate your cooperation in positioning yourself at the edge of the group so as to help us avoid you.
Also note: Workshop leaders are subject to change.
Please read the FAQs section below carefully before registering.
FAQs
Is STEMteachersNYC an approved NYC DOE CTLE Vendor?
Yes. STEMteachersNYC is a Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) vendor for the New York City Department of Education (#STE-068881). New York State Teachers will receive a CTLE certificate at the end of the workshop. (CTLE ID # 23385)
Are there pre-requisites for taking this workshop?
No, simply a desire to share and learn.
Is there nearby lodging?
Yes, Please visit our website at: http://stemteachersnyc.org/lodging/ to view many possible options.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Questions about registration and payments for this event should be addressed to STEMteachersNYC Registrar (Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org).
I am interested in taking more than one workshop. Can I register for multiple workshops?
It depends: Many workshops overlap so look closely at the start and end dates. Be sure to choose workshops that do not overlap, as reservations are not refundable. If you need help deciding which workshop fits your needs best, please email the STEMteachersNYC Registrar (registration@STEMteachersNYC.org).
Is the full workshop fee or the balance of the workshop fee refundable?
Refunds for the balance of the full workshop fee (that is, the full fee minus the reservation fee) must be requested within one (1) week of payment and at least four (4) weeks before the start of the workshop. All such requests must be accompanied by an acceptable, documented explanation. Judgments about acceptability of explanations and documentation, and about whether or not a refund will be issued are at the sole discretion of STEMteachersNYC and are final. Refunds will not include fees charged on the initial payment by Eventbrite, credit cards, and/or banks.
Is my reservation/ticket transferrable?
Not without authorization, please contact the STEMteachersNYC Registrar (Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org) if you need to transfer your reservation to a different person/name, or if you wish to transfer your reservation to a different workshop.
Can I update my reservation information?
Yes, you can update your reservation information.
The name on the reservation/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?
No, please contact the STEMteachersNYC Registrar (Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org) to address this.
Can I receive college level credits?
TBD - Email questions to registration@stemteachersnyc.org.
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