July 14- 18 and July 21, 25, 2008

MaSCoT

A Great Summer Opportunity for math, science, and intervention specialist teacher teams! Don't miss the chance to be involved in this outstanding professional development program. Depending on your selection, the program begins with a 5-day workshop on July 14 (Athens) or July 21 (Zanesville) and continues through the 2008-2009 academic year with two semesters of web-based, follow-up sessions in fall and spring. Sponsored by the South East Ohio Center for Excellence in Mathematics and Science.

July 14-18, 2008 Ohio University, Athens, Ohio

July 21-25, 2008 Zanesville area, location to be announced

Questions? Please feel free to call or email the project directors Dr. Danielle Dani (dani@ohio.edu) and Dr. Robert Klein (kleinr@ohio.edu)

July 7-11, 2008

Science at Work- Making Science Real for Students

July 7-11, 2008 Ohio University Athens Campus

McCracken Hall room 240

Click here to view the announcement, agenda and application.

Better Mathematics Through Literacy Workshop

July 7-11, 2008 Ohio University Athens Campus

July 21-25, 2008 Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center, Cambrindge, Ohio

Click here to view the announcement.

June 23-27, 2008

Attention Southern Ohio Grade 4-6 & 7-8 Math Teachers-

A Summer Camp Just for You!

If you teach mathematics in grades 4-8, plan on joining other math teachers for the Grade 4-6 and Grade 7-8 Math Summer Camps! The programs are being funded by Ohio University Southern, the Ohio Board of Regents Improving Teacher Quality Professional Develoment Program, ODE State Support Team, and the Southeast Ohio Center for Excellence in Mathematics and Science (SEOCEMS). For registration information, go to http://southernoutreach.org.

For more information contact Rena Allen at allenr@ohio.edu

June 16-20, 2008

ENABL

Enabling & Nurturing Activity-Based Learning

Research shows that students who are involved in activity based learning gain a better understanding of mathematics and that the student's ability to do mathematics is related to his/her ability to read mathematics accurately. To that end, the goals of the workshops are:

1) helping teachers integrate the standards into instructional practices;

2) developing activity-based teaching strategies that directly address the mathematics content standards;

3) enhancing the teacher's ability to teach reading comprehension as it relates to mathematics to improve student performance; and

4) infusing differentiated instructional practices into lessons to address the needs of students with different learning abilities and styles.

Workshop will be held at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, Shawnee State University

Funded by the South East Ohio Center for Excellence in Mathematics and Science (SEOCEMS)

Click here for the ENABL Application

June 16, 2008

The Primary Teachers' IMPACT Conference

Join primary teachers from around the region as many best instructional practices in K-3 mathematics are showcased by some of the region's best teachers! A variety of 60 minute workshop sessions featuring best practice lessons that address Ohio's Math Content Standards. Presentations by master primary teacher leaders who have participated in the IMPACT professional development program. One hour of graduate credit will be available at the cost of $150/hr.

Ohio University Southern Campus

To register, go to http://southernoutreach.org or contact Rena Allen, Program Director at allenr@ohio.edu

June 15-20, 22-27, 2008 plus four Saturday's during 2008-2009

Quantifying Uncertainty and Analyzing Numerical Trends (QUANT)

Data Analysis, Probability, and Statistics for High School Mathematics Teachers

Professional Development through Ohio University and the Ohio Board of Regents

For more information contact Dr. Greg Foley at foleyg@ohio.edu

March 20, 2008

The Academy for Excellence In Math and Science Education

Marietta College Education Department's Program in Mathematics Education 2008-2009

Open to teachers in grades K-8 who teach at least one period of mathematics or integrate mathematics into subjects taught. Participants will receive free tuition, 6 graduate credit hours, free textbooks and materials, $30/day stipend, and $250 in particpant-selected materials for use in the classroom.

For more information contact Elaine O'Rouke, Project Director at 740.376.4663 or email ebo001@marietta.edu

March 13, 2008

Attention Grade 5-8 Science Teachers!

Become part of an exciting professional network!

Ohio University Southern, Ironton, Ohio 4:30 - 7:00 PM

Registration information: http://sounternoutreach.org

Emain speed@ohio.edu or allenr@ohio.edu if you have questions

Sponsored SEOCEMS and Southern Outreach

March 11, 2008

Grade 7-8 Math Network

Valley High School Lucasville, Ohio

Tuesday, March 11, 2008 4:30 - 7:00 PM

For more information contact Rena Allen at allenr@ohio.edu

Sponsored by the ODE Region 15 State Support Team, SEOCEMS and Southern Outreach

March 6, 2008

Grade 4-6 Math Network

Valley Middle School Lucasville, Ohio

Thursday, March 6, 2008 4:30 - 7:00PM

For more information contact Rena Allen at allenr@ohio.edu

Sponsored by the ODE Region 15 State Support Team, SEOCEMS and Southern Outreach

February 19 , 2008

Ohio STEM Initiative

http://www.ohiostem.org/

January 4, 2008

Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching

Nomination an outstanding K-6 mathematics or science teachers from your school district

Nominate outstanding teachers for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). This award honors exemplary K-12 mathematics and science teachers for their contributions to improving teaching and learning. This year elementary teachers are invited to apply (secondary teachers will be honored next year). The application deadline is May 1, 2008. For information about the online nomination and application, visit www.paemst.org or e-mail info@paemst.org.

Ohio’s State coordinator for the PAEMST award program is
Dr. Cynthia Yoder
Ohio Department of Education
25 South Front Street
Mail Stop 501
Columbus, OH 43215
Email: cynthia.yoder@ode.state.oh.us
Phone: 614-995-0418
Fax: 614-728-3058

January 3, 2008

Project Wild Presents:

Science and Civics: Sustaining Wildlife

January 26, 2008

Click here for more information

December 17, 2007

Southeast Center for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Improves math and science literacy

http://www.rio.edu/news/index.php?key=44#

 

October 31 , 2007

The 16th issue (Volume 6, Number 2) of the Rural Mathematics Educator has just been published at

www.acclaim-math.org//newsletter.aspx?id=51.

Here is the Table of Contents:

FEATURES
ACCLAIM Alumni- The Existence Proof!
Addressing Rural Mathematics Talent Development in India
MetroMath Research Symposium
Remarks to Urban Math Education Researchers


OUR NECK OF THE WOODS
Here's What's Happening In Our Neck Of The Woods
Capacity Building Initiative
Research Initiative Update


RESOURCE REVIEW
New Rural Education Report from NCES
New NCES Report: 10 Findings in Search of Hypotheses
Brief Review: New Rural Education Report from NCES
New Report on Results of the Rural Systemic Initatives


UPCOMING EVENTS
AAMTE Conference
NREA Centennial Convention
Radical Math Conference
AMTE 2008 Annual Conference
AERA Annual Conference and Exhibition
NCTM 2008 Annual Meeting and Exposition
International Congress on Mathematics Education- 11


PUBLICATION OPPORTUNITIES
Would we be interested in your work?


MESSAGE BOARD
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WHAT TO LOOK FOR
Volume 6, No. 3

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Spencer stumpl@ohio.edu

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published electronically by the Research Initiative of the 
Appalachian Collaborative Center for Learning, Assessment, and 
Instruction in Mathematics (ACCLAIM).

"This material is based upon the work supported by the National 
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October 29, 2007

Navigator User Group Inaugural Workshop:
An Introduction to the
TI-NavigatorTM System

1. The TI-Navigator system creates a wireless classroom network of student graphing calculators. The TI-Navigator allows teachers to quickly distribute, collect, aggregate, and assess information from all student calculators simultaneously.
2. The workshop will cover: data collection, data transfer, memory management, connectivity options, and mathematics classroom ready activities for the graphing calculators and the TI-Navigator system.
3. No Prior knowledge of the TI-Navigator system is required.
4. Workshop cost is $20.00 and will cover breakfast, lunch, and the cost of the materials.

Navigator User Group
Inaugural Workshop
8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Meigs High School, room 204

Presented by:
John Ashurst, Laura Moss, and Greg Foley

Supported by Southeast Ohio Center for Excellence in Mathematics and Science

Local Organizers:
Kathy Sargent and Donna Wolf
Meigs High School

Click here for an application.

August 8 , 2007

NSTA Express News:

75 Fewer Minutes for Elementary Science Per Week as Result of NCLB Says CEP Report

The Center on Education Policy (CEP) released a survey last week that examines the amount of time spent during the school week on core academic subjects and how the allocation of time across subjects has changed since the 2001-2002 school year, when NCLB was enacted. The report finds that approximately 62% of school districts increased the amount of time spent in elementary schools on reading and language arts and/or math, while 44% of districts cut time on science, social studies, art and music, physical education, lunch, and/or recess.

“According to the new survey, the average change in instructional time in elementary schools since the law’s enactment has been 140 additional minutes per week for reading, 87 additional minutes per week for math, 76 fewer minutes per week for social studies, 75 fewer minutes for science (emphasis added), 57 fewer minutes for art, and 40 fewer minutes for gym,” writes New York Times reporter Sam Dillon.

The report is available online from the CEP or the New York Times.

 

Student Results Show Benefits of Math and Science Partnerships

The National Science Foundation is reporting that students' performance on annual math and science assessments improved in almost every age group when their schools were involved in a Math and Science Partnership (MSP) program.

MSP-participating school districts found that a significantly higher proportion of students scored at the "proficient" level or higher on state math and science assessments in the 2004-2005 school year than they had in 2003-2004. Progress among elementary math students was particularly noteworthy, with student proficiency rising by more than 15 percentage points from one school year to the next.

The MSP currently supports 52 such partnerships around the country that unite some 150 institutions of higher education with more than 550 school districts, including more than 3,300 schools in 30 states and Puerto Rico. More than 70 businesses, numerous state departments of education, science museums, and community organizations are also partners.
For more information go to http://www..nsf.gov/news/news_summ.jsp?cntn_id=109725.

 

Students in Rural Areas Do Better in Science Says New NCES Report

Last week, a new report issued by the National Center on Education Statistics on rural schools found that students in rural areas do better in science than their counterparts in urban schools. The Status of Education in Rural America provides a series of indicators on the status of education in rural America, including the findings that in 2003-2004 more than half of all operating school districts and one-third of all public schools in the United States were in rural areas, yet only one-fifth of all public school students were enrolled in rural areas.

A larger percentage of rural public school students in the 4th and 8th grades in 2005 scored at or above the proficient level on the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) reading, mathematics, and science assessments than did public school students in cities at these grade levels. However, smaller percentages of rural public school students than suburban public school students scored at or above the proficient level in reading and mathematics.

Read the report at http://nces.ed.gov/pubs2007/ruraled/ or read more in the San Fran Chronicle article.

 

July 31, 2007

SEOCEMS CSI Summer Conference
August 6, 2007
Morton Hall, Ohio University

 

July 31, 2007

2008 NCTM Regional Conference and Exposition
October 16-17, 2008
Cleveland, Ohio

 

May 7, 2007

The May 7, 2007 NSTA express features:

• Science Tests Come as Teaching Time Falls
• Teaching Science in the 21st Centry: Part 9 in a Series from NSTA Reports
• Apply for NSTA's Teacher Awards and Recognitions
• Nominations for NSTA Board of Directors and Council
• Montana State University's NTEN Program Celebrates its 15th Year
• Science Leadership Institute Slated For June 28 in California

 

 

May 7, 2007

The April 30, 2007 NSTA express features:

• Senate and House Pass Major Science, Math/Innovation Bills
• The State of Teaching with Technology
• Be the First at Your School to Know the Latest Details about NSTA's Fall Regional Conferences- Detroit, Denver, and Birmingham
• Let Your Students' Imaginations Soar With DISCOVER Magazine
• Uncovering Student Ideas in Science Volume 2 Now Available
• Registration Now Open For Department of Education Summer Teahcer Workshops

May 7 , 2007

The May editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition, Middle Level Edition and High School Edition are now available online!

 

 

April 24, 2007

The April 24, 2007 NSTA express features:

• Senate to Debate and Vote On Major Math and Science Education Bill This Week
• NSTA Seeks Feedback on New Position Statement: Principles of Professionalism for Science Educators
• New Online Course in Evolution Leads the Pack of Summer Offerings from the American Museum of Natural History
• NSTA Express Poll: Technology in the Science Classroom
• Calling All Teacher Moms!

April 17, 2007

The April 16, 2007 NSTA express features:

• House Committee Passes Bill Based on Rising Above the Gathering Storm Recommendations
• Read Your Favorite NSTA Journal Online
• Nanoscale Science Activity Manual Now Available
• Turn to NTEN This Summer for Professional Development

April 10, 2007

The April 9, 2007 NSTA express features:

• Effects of Climate Change Tallied Up
• Colorado Rejects More Math, Science Requisites
• More Picture-Perfect Science Lessons Now Available!
• Join National Geographic for a Virtual Teacher Workshop to Bring Earth Day into Your Classroom
• Montana State University Graduate Degree Now More Affordable!

April 4 , 2007

The April editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition are now available online!

 

 

March 22 , 2007

The March 19, 2007 NSTA express features:

• House Republicans Introduce Bill That Would Allow States to Opt Out of NCLB
• Scientists Crack the Humor Code
• Teaching Science in the 21st Century
• Exhibit Floor Excitement at the NSTA National Conference on Science Education!
• NASA Announces Two New Student Challenges

March 14 , 2007

The March 12, 2007 NSTA express features:

• NSTA President Testifies on Capitol Hill
• Page Keeley Elected as NSTA 2008-2009 President
• NSTA, CBC Select Outstanding Science Trade Books
• NSTA Board Adopts New Position Statement on Laboratory Science
• Read Your Favorite NSTA Journal Online
• Professional Development Opportunities Abound at the NSTA National Conference

March 8 , 2007

The March editions of NSTA Science ClassElementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition are now available online!

March 6 , 2007

The March 6, 2007 NSTA express features:

• Introducing Science Anchors
• NBC Meterologist Bob Ryan Interviews Dr. Ralph Cicerone on Global Warming
• Lab Science: What Are Your Thoughts?
• Teachers, Students to Celebrate International Polar Year
• Teacher Researcher Day Offers New Opportunities

February 21 , 2007

The February 20 , 2007 NSTA express features:

• Prominent Panel Issues 75 Recommendations for Reauthorization of NCLB
• NSTA Legislative Update: President Bush Proposes $365 Million for FY2008 ACI Math and Science Education Programs
• Kansas Education Board Votes In Evolution-Friendly Science Standards
• More Graduates Scoring Higher on AP Exams
• Two Leading Scientists to Speak at National Conference

 

February 20, 2007

PLANS TO PUT OHIO ON THE PATH TO 21ST CENTURY SUCCESS VIA IMPROVED MATH AND SCIENCE INSTRUCTION

On Monday, February 19, 2007, the Science and Mathematics Education Policy Advisory council (SAMEPAC) unveiled its plan to put Ohio on the path to 21st centruy success via improved math and science instruction. You can read about the report at http://regents.ohio.gov/samepac/

SAMEPAC Release 2.19.07

SAMEPAC Executive Summary 2.19.07

 

February 8, 2007

The February editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition are now available online!

 

January 26, 2007

ADVANCED PROJECT WILD WORKSHOP TO BE HELD IN MARCH

A Peek into the WILD World of Reptiles and Amphibians 

AKRON , OH – Although reptiles and amphibians are not universally liked or appreciated, they have long fascinated people. Mere mention of the word snake brings shudders to some, while to others it conveys visions of elegance and beauty. Frogs are often regarded as messy and slimy and sometimes force an “ick!” rather than a “wow!”  An Advanced Project WILD Workshop hosted by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife will focus on the fact that these wonderful creatures deserve proper attention. The workshop, entitled “Ohio’s Reptiles and Amphibians: Reviled or Revered?” will be held on Wednesday, March 21 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm and lunch will be provided.

A fun and educational day is planned, packed with activities and lessons that educators can use in their classrooms and their own workshops.  Unlike traditional Project WILD workshops, the day will be focused on the successes and hardships Ohio’s indigenous reptiles and amphibians have experienced.  The workshop is open to formal and non-formal educators and will be very useful to WILD facilitators and other educators just wanting to learn more!

“Ohio’s Reptiles and Amphibians: Reviled or Revered?” will be held at the Norma Johnson-Brandywine Center (formally called “The Grange”) located near Dover in Tuscarawas County.  Registration is required as space is limited.  For more information, or to register, contact Jamey Graham (330) 644-2293.

For Further Information Contact:

Jamey Graham, ODNR Division of Wildlife, District Three
(330) 644-2293

 

January 23, 2007

The January 22, 2007 NSTA express features:

• Children's Chances for Success Vary Dramatically by State, Report Reveals
• Read Your Favorite NSTA Journal Online
• Toyota TAPESTRY Grants Deadline Extended to January 29!
• National Conference to Include Science for English Language Learners RDC
• Nationwide Science and Math Study Kicks Off in March-Learn How Your District Can Particpate
• Membership Means You Belong!

 

 

January 17, 2007

The January 17, 2007 NSTA express features:

• Department of Education Announces Cities for Best Practices Summer Workshops
• Teaching Science in the 21st Century: Part 5 in a Series from NSTA Report
• NSTA Career Center- This Week's Featured Opportunity!
• National Conference to Include Science for English Language Learners RDC
• Memberhsip Means You Belong!

 

January 11, 2007

The January 10, 2007 NSTA express features:

• Science and Math Bills Introduced as 110th Congress Convenes
• Weirdest Science Stories of 2006
• NSTA Reaffirms Position on Laboratory Science Investigations- Member Input South on Updated Position Statement
• Present a Sessionat an NSTA's Area Conference
• Special Introductory Offer: Buy Stop Faking It- Chemistry Basics at 30% Discount
• Stop Singing the Science Class Blues!

 

January 10, 2007

The 14th issue (Volume 5, Number 3) of the Rural Mathematics Educator has just been published at www.acclaim-math.org//newsletter.aspx?id=49.

January 4, 2007

The January editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition are now available online!

November 21 , 2006

The November 20 NSTA express features:

• Education in the News: Most Students in Big Cities Lag Badly in Basic Science
• Math Education Focus of New York Times Article
• New FDA Learning Tool Will Help Consumers Make Better Food Choices
• Turkey Science
• NSTA's Western Area Conference Offers New Symposium on the International Polar Year

November 7 , 2006

The November 6 NSTA express features:

• Plotting Pluto's Comeback
• NSTA in Baltimore: Science for English Language Learners
• New Online Chemistry Class from Montana State University
• NSTA Salt Lake City Conference Draws Nearer
• Beyond the Future: Take a Look at What Some Experts Predict
• New College Title From NSTA Press Offers New Teaching Methods

October 5, 2006

The October 2006 editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition feature the theme Teaching Investigation Skills and is now available online!

 

October 2 , 2006

The October 2 NSTA express features:

• Senate Competitiveness Legislation Introduced
• Education in the News
• It's Not Too Late to Register! NSTA Midwestern Area Conference Advance Discount Deadline Approaches
• Call for Proposals
• Teaching Science in the 21st Century- Part 2 in the Series from NSTA Reports
• Discovery Science Channel Provides Classroom Makeover for NSTA Member

September 28 , 2006

The September 26 NSTA express features:

• National Research Council Issues Key Report on K-8 Science Education
• Core Ideas in Science Education? Take Our Survey
• NSTA Professional Development Grows at Area Conferences
• Online Courses from the American Museum of Natural History
• Royal Society's Complete Archive is Online for the First Time
• National Research Council Issues Key Report on K-8 Science Education

September 26, 2006

NATIONAL PERSPECTIVES

It is estimated that between 3 and 5 percent of children have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or approximately 2 million children in the United States. This means that in a classroom of twenty-five to thirty children, it is likely that at least one will have ADHD. Thus begins a review of a new study published in Environmental Health Perspectives which points to potential risk factors for ADHD, prenatal tobacco exposure and environmental lead exposure. The article goes on to raise questions around the decline of smoking and exposure to lead in the past years leading to caution about jumping to conclusions against this condition. The full review by Molly Lee (She is the Earhart Foundation Research Intern at the American Council on Science and Health) can be found at: http://www.acsh.org/factsfears/newsID.848/news_detail.asp

When you started teaching, did you feel you were prepared? Did you feel a disconnect between your preparation courses and the reality of the classroom? Arthur Levine, former president of Teachers College at Columbia University would agree with you. The complete review can be found at this web address:
http://www.cnn.com/2006/EDUCATION/09/18/teacher.training.ap/index.html?section=cnn_education


ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM

An interesting article (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14638573/site/newsweek/) written by Peg Tyre for Newsweek offers perspective around the unfolding of American education against the backdrop of the 2002 No Child Left Behind legislation. As a practitioner I found validating a mirroring of my thoughts about what is teaching for learning.

 
MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSROOM

As a classroom teacher I always struggled with moving my students from being dependent upon me for their knowing to having them independent of me for their knowing. With purchased science curriculum, the concept development requires the learner to replicate activities. This becomes more my responsibility than theirs. An article that appeared in Science Scope, (http://science.nsta.org/bap/pdfs/CookbookLabs.pdf) the Nov/Dec 2005 issue, offers suggestions for moving those prearranged activities (teacher centered) to more scientific inquiry (student centered).

 
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSROOM

The 5th annual Team America Rocketry Challenge (TARC), the worlds largest model rocket contest, is currently accepting registrations from teams of students in grades 7-12 from any United States school or non-profit youth organization. The deadline for teams to register is November 15 th and the application is available on the website at www.rocketcontest.org If you have any questions, you may contact the project assistant, Audrey Koehler (Aerospace Industries Association) at 703.358.1033 or audrey.koehler@aia-aerospace.org

Do you know about Harriet, a giant Galapagos tortoise (Geochelone nigra)? Harriet was once thought to be one of the three tortoise collected by Charles Darwin during his visit to the Galapagos Islands in 1835. Although the link to Darwin may be tenuous, Harriet is probably the oldest living animal, at 175 years in 2005, and now lives in a zoo in Australia. This is one of the facts presented in a chronology of the history of earth science ( http://www.scirpus.ca/reading/earthsci_chron.htm). It begins with James Hutton in 1726 as the first to write about erosion and rock formation and subsequent implications regarding the age of the earth and continues through to hurricane Katrina and the devastation to the coast line. [The timeline has been compiled and is 1998-2006 by Alwynne B. Beaudoin (abeaudoi@gpu.srv.ualberta.ca). It was last updated August 26, 2006.]

 
NSTA RELATED/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

NSTA Conference in Baltimore and/or St. Louis
Next in the series of NSTA Research Dissemination Conferences: Science for English Language Learners (ELL): Research, Practical Approaches, and Policy Directions for Classroom Teachers, School and District Level Administrators, and University Teacher Educators. The conference will address the needs of all English Language Learners, with recognition that although the achievement gap for science is closing, the gap remains static at best for ELL. For more information: http://www.nsta.org/conferencesupport&record_id=142&Meeting_Code=2006BAL

NSTA Symposia at Area Conferences Fall 2006
Symposia are half or full day opportunities for science teachers attending NSTA Conferences. These events combine content updates with educational activities presented by scientists and education specialists from NASA, NOAA, the FDA, NSF, and NSTA Press. All programs are followed by web seminars and a discussion listserv, extending the interaction between participants and presenters beyond the conference.

Omaha October 19-21:
NASA: Lunar Exploration
NSTA Press: Force and Motion

Baltimore November 2-4:
FDA: Food Safety and Nutrition
NOAA: The Oceans Role in Weather and Climate
NASA: Living and Working in Space Energy
NSTA Press: Force and Motion

Salt Lake City December 7-9:
NSF-NASA-NOAA: The International Polar Years Fragile Ice
NSTA Press: Energy

For more information and to register visit http://institute.nsta.org/symposia.asp

Earth Science Week
Since October 1998, the American Geological Institute has organized Earth Science Week (http://www.earthsciweek.org/whatisesw/index.html), a national and international event to help the public gain a better understanding and appreciation for the Earth Science and to encourage stewardship of the Earth. This years Earth Science Week will be held from October 8-14 with a theme of Be a Citizen Scientist! The website has resources that are themed-based.

Earth Science Picture of the Day
At this website (http://epod.usra.edu/) a different image or photograph is featured with an accompanying caption that deals with various topics in Earth Science. What I found interesting about the photos was their ability to provoke discussion. This element of engagement could lead to a probe of those concepts we strive to achieve.

Chat Live With a Former NASA Astronaut
Retired Astronaut David Low will host a live, online chat with students and teachers on Tuesday, September 26, from Noon 1:00 p.m. CDT.  During this event, Mr. Low will answer students questions about his three missions in space.  Space enthusiasts are encouraged to submit questions before or during the scheduled chat time by visitinghttp://www.space-explorers.com/internal/mercurious/index.asp?room=low2006

David Low was a NASA Astronaut from 1984 until 1996, participating in three Space Shuttle missions as a mission specialist, flight engineer, and payload commander.  During his more than 700 hours in space, Mr. Low has helped to deploy two communications satellites and retrieve two scientific satellites using the Shuttles robotic arm.  He has also conducted a six-hour spacewalk, and participated in numerous scientific and medical experiments.  Today, Mr. Low serves as the Senior Vice President and Commercial Orbital Transportation Services Program Manager Orbital Sciences Corporation.

Space Explorers, Inc., the space education company sponsoring the chat has more information at http://www.spaceexplorers.com/internal/events/chats.html or by contacting Christina Paape at 800-965-3763.

 
FROM MY DESK

In this ever demanding and changing world, it is my belief that teaching is a profession that contributes to the future of America. Education is the field that allows other professions to grow. In 1983 when A Nation at Risk was released, it stated education is the foundation for a satisfying life, an enlightened and civil society, a strong economy, and a secure Nation. I believed this to be true then; I believe this to be true now. An avenue for opening possibilities for America and its citizens is through science education.

When teaching science through experiences (e.g., hands-on and inquiry-based), an opportunity is created that allows the teacher to help a student develop those skills and dispositions that are necessary for a life filled with choices derived from information that is deeper than supposition and innuendo. This process helps the student develop a voicea voice that is rooted in knowing what is right. This voice allows for power over their world. This voice and this power combine to make a confident citizen.

The book that both inspired and renewed me is The Power of Their Ideas by Deborah Meier (Beacon Press, 1995). I recommend this text because it renews the reasons I chose this profession and it helped me focus forward to the future. I believe you can relate when I say we do not do this for the money, the power, the recognition but because we have faith in tomorrows. Keep the faith.

Respectfully,

Joe Sciulli, Ed.D.
Program Director NSTA BaP

PS If you have read an article or a book or are working with a curriculum that you found hits a mark and you would like to share, please send a note to me at jsciulli@nsta.org I would like to hear from you. Enjoy.

FYI In Omaha, Building a Presence will host a meet and greet October 19 th. Stop by and say hello.

Need your help Are you attending one the NSTA Regional Conferences in Omaha, Baltimore, or Salt Lake City? Would you be willing to volunteer a few hours of your time to talk about the BaP program? If so, please contact Alex Early to schedule a few hours in the NSTA Showcase. Email: aearly@nsta.org Phone: 703.312.9220
 

To learn more about Building a Presence for Science,
please visit our website: http://www.nsta.org/bap

September 21 , 2006

The September 18 NSTA express features:

• NCTM Publication Identifies Key Mathematical Topics in Grades Prek-8
• 'Physics First' Is Moving Slowly Into Nation's High Schools Reports Education Week
• NSTA Eastern Area Conference Early Bird Discount Deadline Approaches
• Cornell Lab of Ornithology and NSDL Kick Off Fall NSTA Web Seminars Series
• Headline Science: Space Shuttle Atlantis' Mission- NSTA SciLinks Give You a Great Online Learning Tool for Your Classroom
• Apply for NSTA's 2007 Awards

56th Annual OCTM Conference

"A Touch of Glass"

Toldeo, Ohio

Seagate Convention Center & Radisson Hotel

October 12-14, 2006

Teachers, Administrators, and Community Members are invited to come to Toledo, Ohio, (Seagate Convention Center & Radisson Hotel) October 12-14, 2006 (Thursday through Saturday) for the annual conference of the Ohio Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Don't miss this year's conference, which will include:

• approximately 200 keynote, regular, and workshop sessions
• exhibit hall filled with the latest in mathematics textbooks, manipulatives, and technology
• 1500 other educators from around Ohio and surrounding states to network with
• strand of presentations relating mathematics to glass making, including sessions with a glass engineer and a glass artist

Learn more about this conference and download conference registration forms by going to OCTM's website: http://ohioctm.org/OCTM_2006Conference.htm.

Science Education Council of Ohio

Invites you to a

Professional Development Conference

Who: K-16 Science Educators & Administrators

Dayton Convention Center Dayton, OH

February 8-10, 2007

Highlights:

• 120 Concurrent Sessions
• 2 General Sessions
• Special Administrators Workshop
• Student Paper Tower Competition
• ODE update on the OGT and OAT
• 10 Short Courses + over 80 Exhibit Booths
• Essetial Information for Science Educators

Learn more about this conference and download conference registration forms by going to SECO's web site: www.secoonline.org.

September 12, 2006

The September 11 NSTA express features:

• Happy Hunting Predicted for Dinosaur Seekers
• NSTA Legislative Update: Spellings Says No Child Left Behind Near Perfect
• Teaching Science in the 21st Century- A New Series in NSTA Reports
• NSTA Midwestern Area Conference Early Bird Discount Deadline Approaches
• We want you back, and we'll give you 15 MONTHS FOR THE PRICE OF 12!

September 11 , 2006

You are invited to the astronomy outreach events of the year-long "It's Our Universe" program at the Athens Public Library, 30 Home Street, Athens.

The schedule for Fall 2006 is:

October 20-November 10: "Presenting...the Universe!" A NASA Glenn traveling exhibit, including scale models of the Mars Rovers, the Space Shuttle, interactive demos, etc. Free and open to the public during regular library hours.

Saturday, November, 4, 1-3PM: "Space Day: Lunar Landing" Hands-on astronomy activities for kids in grades 4-6.

Thursday, November 9, 7PM: "Cosmic Talk" Dr. Seth Shostak, senior astronomer, SETI Institute Title: TBA; on current research on extraterrestrial life, followed by public reception.

The program is sponsored by the OU Astrophysical Institute, the Southeast Ohio Astronomical Society, and the Athens Public Library.

For more information, please contact Mangala at 740/593-1710 or sharma@ohio.edu.

September 8 , 2006

The September 2006 editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition feature the theme Teaching Investigation Skills and is now available online!

September 6, 2006

The September 5 NSTA express features:

• Annual PDK/Gallup Poll of Public's Attitudes Toward Public Schools Released
• This Fall Look for More of the Journals You Have Come to Love
• Staying Positive About Pluto
• New Podcast Highlights Physics as Art
• NSTA Offers Two Symposia in Omaha This October
• Go Back to School With NSTA

August 7, 2006

The August 2006 editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition is now available online!

July 6, 2006

The July 2006 editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition feature the themeCreative Connections and is now available online!

June 26, 2006

The June 26 NSTA express features:

• Science Education in the News: Results of Education Testing Service Poll, and More Teach for America Candidates with Math/Science Degrees
• First-Time Professional Development Institutes Linked With NSTA Salt Lake City Conference; Sign up for VIP Notification of Registration Opening
• NSTA Announces Fellows Program to Honor Contributions and Commitment to Science Education by NSTA Members
• Attention Book Bargain Hunters: July Online Special Project Earth Science: Meteorology Will Be Available at 30% Discount
• NSTA We Know What You're Doing This Summer...Plenty!
• NSTA Express is Going Fishin'

June 19, 2006

The June 12 NSTA express features:

• NSTA Legislative Update: House Science Committee Approves Science and Mathematics Education Bill
• Should Science Be Included in AYP? NSTA Express Readers Speak Out
• Keeping Safe in Diverse Environment is Topic of Newest NSTA Press Title: Science Safety in the Community College
• Topic Strands Announced for NSTA Fall Conferences; Sign on for VIP List Notification of Online Registration Opening
• NSTA Career Center's End of the School Year Sale

June 8, 2006

The June 2006 editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition feature the theme Free for All and is now available online!

June 5, 2006

The June 5 NSTA express features:

• Meet Linda Froschauer, Your 2006-2007 NSTA President
• NSTA Express Readers Reveal Top Barriers to Student Achievement in Science
• NSF Supports Science and English Language Learners In-Depth Research Dissemination Event in Conjunction With the NSTA Area Conference in Baltimore
• Behind the Books: New Series Features Audio Conversations With NSTA Press Authors; Picture-Perfect Duo Launch Podcasts
• NSTA Web Seminar Schedule for June Winds Up Year Presenting Corals, Energy, and The Universe Topics

May 30, 2006

The May 30 NSTA express features:

• Fourth Graders Make Gains on NAEP Science Test; Eighth Graders' Scores Hold Steady, but Twelfth Graders Scores Decline
• Science Education Champions in Congress Introduce Bill to Include Science in AYP
• Put an NSTA Conference on Your Fall Calendar- Omaha, Baltimore, or Salt Lake City- and Set Funding Wheels in Motion NOW!
• Ecological Invaders and How Scientists Fight Back is Subject of June Online NSTA Press Book Special: Cornell Series' Invasion Ecology

May 16, 2006

The May 23 NSTA express features:

• House Science Committee Introduces the Science and Mathematics Education for Competitiveness Act
• Education News Roundup
• Coming Soon: NSTA Member Benefits Expand With Additional Issues of Science & Children and Science Scope
• For Professional Development or Graduate Credit in Science Ed. . .or Just For the Fun of It! AMNH Offers Engaging Summer Online Science Courses
• NSTA Express Poll: What Are the Barriers to Improving Student Achievement?

May 16, 2006

The May 16 NSTA express features:

• Survey Reveals CEOs of America's Top Science and Tech Companies Concerned About Global Competition, but Few Tap Women and Minority Talent Pools
• Students Win Top Awards in 2006 Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Program
• Newest Title from NSTA Press Presents NSF-Funded Researchers' STrategies For Science and Literacy Curriculum Conncections
• Mississippi State Offers Masters in Geosciences for K-12 Teachers; Details on the NSTA Express Online Course Provider Promotional Page
• What Are You Doin' This Summer?

The May 2006 editions of NSTA Science Class Elementary Edition , Middle Level Edition and High School Edition feature the theme Technology Teaching Tools and is now available online!

May 1, 2006

The May 1 NSTA express features:

• "Leaving IBM to Teach"
• Project 2061 Science Education Pioneer Dies
• Hot off the Presses--Latest Issue of NSTA's Members-Only College-Level Journal Offers Free Peek for Nonmembers
• Immerse Yourself in Science This Summer and Earn Graduate Credits With American Museum of Natural History Online Courses
• NOAA and NSDL Join Roster of Free NSTA Web Seminar Presenters Starting With May Events
• Mix Amazing Science with Serious Issues With May Book Special, Hands-On Herpetoloty: Exploring Ecololgy and Conservation

April 25, 2006

The April 25 NSTA express features:

• Science Education in the News
• NSTA Legislative Update: President Signs Executive Order to Develop National Math Panel
• Toyota Moves Science Education Forward With $550,000 in Grants
• Special $22 Preservice, New Teacher Membership Offer . . . Don't Miss It!

April 17, 2006

The April 17 NSTA express features:

• NCES Releases TIMSS Video Study of 8th Grade Science Classrooms
• Headline Science: Fossil Find Called "Missing Link"
• NSTA Spring Web Seminars Feature Astronomers, Author of Uncovering Student Ideas in Science- All Online, Interactive, Convenient, and Free!
• Environmental Measurement Online Summer Course Will Introduce Sensors and Electronics for Enviornmental Research Among 17 NTEN Graduate Courses Open for Registration
• Bring Dinosaurs, Ancient Earth Alive for Middle Schoolers with Adventures in Paleontology, New Activities Book from NSTA Press

Building a Presence for Science:

Are you a Leader for science in your school district or regional area?
Are you willing to get involved in an exciting new opportunity?

Building a Presence (BaP) for science is now up and running in Ohio. As part of a National program promoting excellence in science teaching and learning BaP Ohio is currently looking for educators willing to help act as either Key Leaders of Science in their school district and/or science teachers' Points of Contact within their school building.

For more information about BaP Key Leaders go to http://bapohio.org/KL_0206.pdf
For more information about BaP Points of Contact go to http://bapohio.org/poc_0206.pdf
For more information about BaP in Ohio go to http://bapohio.org

If you are interested in becoming an  Ohio Building a Presense for Science Key Leader or Point of Contact please contact
Mary Lightbody at lightbody.1@osu.edu   or
Al Cote at cote@ohio.edu

 

April 11, 2006

The April 11 NSTA express features:

• New Study Identifies Factors that Contribute to Minority Successes in STEM Fields
• Thousands of Science Educators Reenergized at NSTA 54th National Conference on Science Education in Anaheim
• Assessment in Science is Newest Resource from NSTA Press and NARST, with Accessible Techniques that Really Work
• Registration Opens for Two Summer Semesters of Online Courses From American Museum of Natural History
• FDA/NSTA Washington Summer PD Week Deadline for Middle, High School Science Educators is April 20

April 7, 2006

Click here for information on the NSTA's High School Level: Community Collaborations.

April 5, 2006

The April 2006 issue of the middle level edition of Science Class features the theme Writing. To access this website click here.

The April 2006 issue of the elementary edition of Science Class features the theme Creepy, Crawly Science. For more information, click here!

March 29, 2006

The March 27 NSTA express features:

• Science Education in the News: "Schools Cut Back Subjects to Push Reading and Math" Reports New York Times
• Better Register Online NOW for NSTA Anaheim National Conference or You'll Just Be Waiting Your Turn On-Site!
• NSTA Press Presents Technology-Based Inquiry for Middle School as First Spring List Book Off the Press
• UMassOnline Offers Innovative Master's Program for Elementary, Middle School Science Teachers; Details on Express PD Promotional Page
• NSTA Express Survey: Podcasts

March 23, 2006

The March 20 NSTA espress features:

• Giving Our Students the Math and Science Education They Deserve
• NSTA Legislative Update: Deadline Extended for Congressional Letters Seeking Increased Funding for STEM Education Programs- Call or E-mail Your Representative Today
• Speakers Highlight Best Agenda Ever for NSTA's 54th Conference on Science Education, April 6-9, Anaheim
• April 20 Deadline to Apply for FDA/NSTA Washington Summer Professional Development Week for Middle, High School Science Educators
• UMass Extension's Inquiry-Based Online Course, Current Controversies in Food Science, Starts April 10
• Preservice Teachers Experience the Power of NSTA Student Chapter Involvement

March 13, 2006

Another issue of the NSTA express!

The March 13 issue features:

• NSTA Legislative Alert: Call Your House Representative; Ask Him/Her to Sign the Ehlers Dear Colleague STEM Education
• The Teaching of Evolution: On the Front Lines
• 54th NSTA Conference in Anaheim Offers 50 Short Courses, Plus NSTA Symposia With NASA, NOAA, and Authors
• End-of-School's in Sight...Must be Time for the NSTA Press Spring Books. Here's An Advance Look!
• Take the NSTA Express Survey About...NSTA Express

February 14 , 2006

More issues of NSTA express!

The February 13 issue features:

• TIME Cover Story Asks "Is America Flunking Science?" A Look at the American Competitiveness Initiative
• NSTA Legislative Update
• Teaching PreK-2? NSTA’s Science for Young Learners Day Presents Day-Long Workshops Event at April 6-9 National Conference in Anaheim
• Put Your Leadership Skills to the Test. Get Involved Today!
• February Issues of NSTA’s Award-Winning Journals Are Now Online

The February 6 features:

• Science and Math Education Part of Major New Initiative Unveiled During the President’s SOTU Address
• American Museum of Natural History Spring Opens Registration for Spring 2006 Online Professional Development Courses
• Share Your Expertise With Your Peers—Proposals Being Accepted for NSTA 2007 National Conference on Science Education
• STEM Educators with Disabilities Sought for National Workplace Survey
• Secondary Science Teacher Reviewers Needed for New NSF Publications
  

February 3 , 2006

More issues of NSTA express!

The January 30 issue features:

• Senate Bill Contains Major New Programs for K-12 Science and Math Education
• Take Advantage of Discounted Early-Bird Rates to Attend Project 2061 Workshop on Atlas of Science Literacy
• NSTA PDIs Bring Together Nation’s Most Prominent Science Education Experts in Anaheim
• February’s Free NSTA Web Seminars Cover Newton’s Third Law, Classroom Inquiry, Environmental Activities, and Safety
• If You Can Bear to Wait for Two Days, You’ll Save 30% on February Online Book Special, Stepping Up to Science and Math

The January 23 issue features:

• Science and Education News Roundup
• Curious About the Online Resources Your Colleagues are Using to Teach Science? Check Out Some SciLinks Insight
• Here’s Your Sneak Preview of the Advance Program for NSTA’s 54th Conference on Science Education in Anaheim, April 6-9
• Spring Science Celebrations in the Classroom—Ideas at Your Fingertips
• ’05 NSTA Press Best Sellers List Reveals: Science Teachers Want to “Stop Faking It!”; Middle School Titles Rule; Elementary Pathways #1

January 20 , 2006

More issues of NSTA express! The January 17 issue features:

Education Department Seeks Nominations For 2006 "American Stars Of Teaching"

NSTA Express Poll Indicates Widespread Support for National Science Standards, Curriculum, and Assessments

Deadline Quickly Approaching for Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Award

Sessions Strand for Administrators at NSTA’s 2006 Anaheim National Conference,
April 6-9, Features Panels, Short Courses, and Workshops

January 6 , 2006

A new year and new editions of the the National Science Teachers Association's High School Newsletter, Middle School Newsletter and Elementary School Newsletter are now available. The newsletters address the themes of informal science, the transfer of energy, and reaching the hard to reach.

More issues of NSTA express!

• Legislative update, A report on state science standards - December 12
• Nationwide Standards Eyed Anew, Every Vote Counts - December 19
• Dover, PA Judges Says "No" to Intelligent Design in Science Classrooms - January 3

December 9, 2005

The National Science Teachers Association's High School Newsletter, Middle School Newsletter and Elementary School Newsletter are now available. The newsletters all feature the theme Science, Technology and Society.

Also peruse the NSTA Express for current news. This issue features the story "CEOs to Gather for December 6 Summit on National Competiveness."

Mathematics and Science school point of contact

SEOCEMS maintains an active list-serve of mathematics and science educators and administrators who are willing to receive SEOCEMS e-news. School and district points of contact are encouraged to share this mathematics and science information with their colleagues. If you are interested in being a point of contact for your school, please complete the “District Contact Information” form and send it to Al Cote, cote@ohio.edu.