Atlanta Conference Program

Thursday, 8:00–9:15 AM
Inquiring Minds Provide Spark for Science Lessons
(Gen)
(Grades K–6)
B202, GWCC
Sponsor: Delta Education/School Specialty Science
Tom Graika, Consultant, Lemont, Ill.
Johanna Strange, Consultant, Richmond, Ky.
Inquiry is at the heart of science teaching. Using topics from
the Delta Science Modules program, learn how inquiry
strategies can provide a variety of learning opportunities for
students. Engage in guided, challenge, and open inquiries
and take home a resource packet.
AUTOPSY: Forensic Dissection Featuring Carolina’s
Perfect Solution® Pigs
(Bio)
(Grades 6–12)
B207, GWCC
Sponsor: Carolina Biological Supply
Carolina Teaching Partner
Are you ready for a forensic dissection activity that is on the
cutting edge Engage students and revitalize your instruction
of mammalian structure and function with a “real” classroom
autopsy! Participants dissect a Carolina’s Perfect Solution
pig by modeling protocols of a forensic pathologist. Free
dissection supplies and door prizes!
I Think There’s a Genetically Engineered Fly in My
Genetically Modified Pea Soup!
(Bio)
(Grades 9–12)
B209, GWCC
Sponsor: LAB-AIDS, Inc.
Barbara Nagle, The Lawrence Hall of Science, University
of California, Berkeley
Students often have trouble conceptualizing how selective
gene expression works. In this workshop, participants will
use manipulatives to teach this concept and see how it is
connected to genetic engineering. Innovative activities are
selected from the new Science & Global Issues biology program
by SEPUP and LAB-AIDS. Activities focus on ways to integrate
this topic as a relevant and engaging sustainability issue
into teaching about selective gene expression.
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details.)
8:00–9:30 AM Exhibitor Workshop
Chemistry and the Atom: Fun with Atom-building
Games!
(Chem)
(Grades 5–12)
B203, GWCC
Sponsor: CPO Science/School Specialty Science
Nathan Olsson, CPO Science/School Specialty Science,
Nashua, N.H.
Understanding abstract concepts about atoms can be difficult.
Use our model to experience innovative games and
activities that present students with opportunities to grasp
atomic structure and its connection to the periodic table.
Take away STEM activities and an understanding of how
to incorporate science and engineering practices into your
lessons.
8:00–10:00 AM Exhibitor Workshop
Science-centered Language Development with
FOSS
(Gen)
(Grades K–8)
B204, GWCC
Sponsor: Delta Education/School Specialty Science–FOSS
Brian Campbell, The Lawrence Hall of Science, University
of California, Berkeley
Active learning requires active thinking and thinking involves
language. Discover the ways language is used to help students
make sense of their active learning FOSS experiences. We
will model a FOSS investigation using listening and speaking,
reading and writing, and language-development strategies to
further content knowledge, scientific practices, and academic
literacy.
9:30–10:30 AM Exhibitor Workshop
Active Physics—Ahead of Its Time in Capturing the
Essence of NGSS and STEM
(Gen)
(Grades 9–12)
B211, GWCC
Sponsor: It’s About Time
Arthur Eisenkraft, 2000–2001 NSTA President, and
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Dr. Arthur Eisenkraft will show how this proven program
implements STEM and the essence of the highly anticipated
Next Generation Science Standards. Learn the benefits of
the Engineering Design Cycle for teaching and learning. See
how Dr. Eisenkraft designed a project-driven course that
makes a positive impact for students of all levels.
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