Michigan Science Teachers Association Conference 2018 (MSTA): Full Schedule

8:00am EST

Building a Summer Science Field course

Hudsonville offers an elective field course for incoming seniors in geology and biology. 26 students and 2 teachers travel to the Western U.S. visiting and camping in many of our National Parks.

Presenters

Dario Lirio

Hudsonville High School

Friday March 2, 2018 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Banquet 8 Lansing Center

Biology Earth Science Environmental

Grade Level HS
Strand MESTA
Session Type Educator Session

8:00am EST

Earth System Science Resources to Use on Monday! Free from NOAA to You!

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration offers a wide array of free educational resources for K-12 teachers. Data analysis activities, climate science materials, elementary earth science lessons, weather activities...NOAA has what you need for rich, robust science. Find out more...plus free posters and books while they last!

Presenters

June Teisan

PAEMST - MI TOY - NBCT, Belle Isle Aquarium - Detroit

MSTA NOAAresources Mar2018 pdf

Friday March 2, 2018 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Capitol 1 Radisson Hotel

Earth Science

Grade Level K-2, 3-5, MS, HS
Session Type Educator Session

8:00am EST

Teaching about Floods Using Extreme Weather Events

Extremely intense rainfall in Langley, Arkansas in 2010 resulted in 20 deaths. Using classroom ready materials we examine the details of the flood and compare to potential events in Michigan.

Presenters

Stephen Mattox

Grand Valley State University

Nickolaas Vlietstra

Grand valley State University

Grand Valley State student in the Graduate Teaching Certification program. I am currently student teaching at Spring Lake High School where I teach sophomore Earth Science and freshman Biology.

MTSA Flood Lesson Plan (Arkansas) docx

Friday March 2, 2018 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level MS, HS, Coll
Session Type Educator Session

8:00am EST

MEECS - Ecosystems and Biodiversity

This unit provides students with a better understanding of ecosystems by examining how organisms interact with their environment. An additional set of materials explores concepts related to biodiversity.

Presenters

Jessica Wagenmaker

Holton Public Schools

Friday March 2, 2018 8:00am - 11:45am EST
Capitol 3 Radisson Hotel

Biology Environmental Integrated Earth Science

Grade Level 3-5, MS
Strand MEECS
Session Type Educator Session

9:00am EST

Aerial Exploration of Environmental Study Sites, Using Kites, Cameras and Other Sensors

Take a look at your environmental study site from 150 meters above ground level. STEM presentation from NASA’s AREN Project and the GLOBE Program.

Presenters

Jeff Bouwman

Shumate Middle School

Proud husband & father. Science Teacher @ Shumate Middle School & Adjunct Professor @UM_Dearborn. and Citizen Scientist. Lets talk WeatherSTEM, GLOBE, CoCoRaHS, SMAP, ICESat-2, the AREN Project, the Salmon in the Classroom Project, and the Lake Sturgeon in the Classroom Project... Read More →

David Bydlowski

Science Consultant, Wayne RESA

I am a part-time Science Consultant at Wayne RESA. I am also a Co-Investigator of the AREN Project, a NASA CAN Award from 2015 - 2020. I am also the host of the Middle School Science Minute Podcast.

Andy Henry

GIS and Multimedia Development Consultant, Wayne RESA

Andy Henry is a GIS and Multimedia Development Consultant at Wayne RESA. Mr. Henry holds an M.S. in GIS from Eastern Michigan University and has provided professional development for teachers in the use of instructional technology for over 20 years. Andy currently serves as PI on... Read More →

Friday March 2, 2018 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Banquet 1 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level MS, HS
Strand MMSCN
Session Type Educator Session

9:00am EST

Merging High School Geology with NGSS

High school geology classes need to align with NGSS. We will share course models and resources and discuss ways to match SEPs, CCCs, and DCIs with classroom and fieldtrip content.

Presenters

Chris Bolhuis

Hudsonville High School

Stephen Mattox

Grand Valley State University

Ashley Meyer

Hamilton High School

Claire Sobolak

Grosse Pointe South High School

Brad Stevens

Zeeland High School

Friday March 2, 2018 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Banquet 8 Lansing Center

Earth Science Environmental

Grade Level HS, Coll
Strand MESTA
Session Type Educator Session

9:00am EST

Science Talks

Promote science talks among your students in a class and between classes. Bring out the misconceptions and help your students learn to have an academic discourse with one another.

Presenters

Noreen Habana

Science Teacher, Bad Axe High School

I currently teach Earth Science, Intro to Physics and Chemistry, and STEAM. I also coach our new VEX robotics teams. I've been trained in Constructing Physics Understanding and Chemistry Modeling, and have been using the program's pedagogy in all the courses I teach. Last school... Read More →

Science Talks pdf

Friday March 2, 2018 9:00am - 10:45am EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

General Physics Earth Science

Grade Level MS, HS
Session Type Educator Session

10:00am EST

Electromagnetic Spectrum & Radioactivity

The Electromagnetic spectrum will come alive with illustrations to help your students better understand this part of our universe. The ultra-violet and gamma ray parts will be highlighted with examples and demonstrations.

Presenters

Kevin Dehne

Delta College/MESTA

Friday March 2, 2018 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Banquet 8 Lansing Center

Physics Earth Science

Grade Level MS, HS, Coll
Strand MESTA
Session Type Educator Session

10:00am EST

Integrating Technology into Science-Based STEM with the 5E

Balancing hands-on with digital investigations is an integral part of observing phenomenon, gathering evidence, and justifying conclusions. Join us to see this balancing act work toward student achievement gains.

Presenters

Karen Kudla

Retired Teacher, Retired Teacher

I retired after teaching secondary science for thirty years. Currently I am working on developing 3 Dimensional lessons and strategies to support student learning and understanding of science. In addition I work on assessment projects through Oakland Schools and have written M-Step... Read More →

Ken Wester

STEMscopes

Friday March 2, 2018 10:00am - 11:45am EST
Meeting Room 205 Lansing Center

Earth Science Technology

Grade Level 3-5, MS
Session Type Vendor Session

11:00am EST

A Long Walk to Water - A Cross-Curricular Unit

Join us to learn about a cross-curricular unit based on the book "A Long Walk to Water." The science is focused around weather and water in Michigan and South Sudan. We will talk about the connections in language arts and social studies. See our presentation at https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1XpCaiwmFgXfAvKGEd2bq27ccddLIleTJcZi_N3dqXak/edit?usp=sharing

Presenters

Shawn Knaack

Middle School Teacher, Quincy Middle School

As a teacher of 25 years, I feel that in order to be the best you can be you need to keep learning and growing. Recently that has included work on NGSS implementation, curriculum writing, 3D assessment writing and cross-curricular integration of science. I am excited to learn and... Read More →

MSTA A Long Walk to Water (1) pptx

Friday March 2, 2018 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level MS
Session Type Educator Session

11:00am EST

A Teacher Friendly Version of the Stratigraphic Column of Michigan

We will share a classroom-ready rock column of Michigan and ways to connect to the geology, fossils, tectonics, and geologic history of the state.

Presenters

Conner Frymier

Grand Valley State University

Stephen Mattox

Grand Valley State University

Friday March 2, 2018 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Banquet 8 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level MS, HS, Coll
Strand MESTA
Session Type Educator Session

11:00am EST

#gettingsciencedone -- Citizen Science

It is all about getting science done with students. Use CoCoRaHS and the GLOBE Observer app as a starting point for students collecting data on precipitation, clouds, mosquitoes and more. The presention is available on the embedded link:
http://bit.do/gettingsciencedoneMSTA2018

Presenters

Jeff Bouwman

Shumate Middle School

David Bydlowski

Science Consultant, Wayne RESA

I am a part-time Science Consultant at Wayne RESA. I am also a Co-Investigator of the AREN Project, a NASA CAN Award from 2015 - 2020. I am also the host of the Middle School Science Minute Podcast.

Andy Henry

GIS and Multimedia Development Consultant, Wayne RESA

Friday March 2, 2018 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Capitol 1 Radisson Hotel

Earth Science Integrated Informal Science Environmental

Grade Level 3-5, MS, HS
Session Type Educator Session

1:00pm EST

Aquaponics in the Classroom

Discover how aquaponics can drive a practical understanding of biological & environmental science concepts. Give your students the opportunity to design, engineer, construct and manage either simplistic or complex systems with minimal expense (possibly with materials you already have around your classroom).

Presenters

Jeremy Hyler

Manager of Educational Partnerships, Center for the Collaborative Classroom

Jeremy Hyler was a middle school English teacher for almost 22 years. Currently, he works as a Manager of Educational Partnerships for the nonprofit Center for the Collaborative Classroom where the science of reading is a key component of the literacy programs. He is also a teacher... Read More →

Jeremy Winsor

High School Life & Earth Science Teacher, Fulton Schools

MSTA Aquaponics Presentation pptx

Aquaponics in the Classroom Handout docx

Friday March 2, 2018 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Banquet 8 Lansing Center

Biology Earth Science Environmental

Grade Level MS, HS
Session Type Educator Session

1:00pm EST

Moving from Learning Read and Write to Reading and Writing to Learn: Literacy Strategies in the Science Classroom

Experience a lesson from Investigating and Questioning our World through Science and Technology (IQWST®) that draws on the most recent research on literacy learning in the context of science.

Presenters

Diane Wright

Professional Development Facilitator, Activate Learning

Diane Wright has been an educator for over 40 years. She has both a Bachelor’s and Master of Arts in Education. She began her career in public education, teaching learning disabled and emotionally impaired middle school students. She then transitioned into teaching elementary and... Read More →

Friday March 2, 2018 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Meeting Room 103 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level MS
Strand Activate Learning
Session Type Vendor Session

1:00pm EST

Partnering with the Michigan Nature Association in a Place Based Education Opportunity.

Information on how Addison High School has been partnering with the Michigan Nature Association to educate and offer hands on experience in the protection of their community sanctuary.

Presenters

Rachel Maranto

Stewardship Coordinator, Michigan Nature Association

Rachel is responsible for overseeing stewardship activities, volunteers, and staff at MNA’s sanctuaries in the Lower Peninsula. She has been working for volunteer-focused conservation organizations in various capacities for her entire professional career, which has led her from... Read More →

Aaron Wesche

Science Teacher, Addison High School

I am a high school science teacher that believes in getting kids outside and doing science. We have students making maple syrup, starting honey bee hives, and spend time running our greenhouse. We have partnered with Michigan Nature Association to start a place based education setting... Read More →

Friday March 2, 2018 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

Earth Science Environmental

Grade Level HS
Session Type Educator Session

1:00pm EST

MEECS - Energy Resources

Investigate a broad array of topics such as electricity generation, renewable and nonrenewable energy resources, energy conservation, and sustainability.

Presenters

Jessica Wagenmaker

Holton Public Schools

Friday March 2, 2018 1:00pm - 4:45pm EST
Capitol 3 Radisson Hotel

General Environmental Earth Science

Grade Level 3-5, MS
Strand MEECS
Session Type Educator Session

2:00pm EST

Teaching with the Big Ideas in Mind

Join us for an interactive session on using the Big Ideas in Earth Science to drive your science lessons. There will be hands-on activities and materials that can be used immediately in the classroom.

Presenters

Kristin Kiebler-Green

Western Middle School

Joe Showerman

Western Middle School

I am a seventh and eighth grade science teacher at Western Middle School in Parma, Michigan. This is my 7th year of teaching. I attended Central Michigan University where I earned a double major in mathematics and integrated science and a minor in middle level education. Teaching... Read More →

Timeline events xlsx

Timeline activity pdf

Systems Image File docx

Friday March 2, 2018 2:00pm - 3:45pm EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

Earth Science Environmental

Grade Level MS
Session Type Educator Session

4:00pm EST

Spandex of Gravity - Modeling the Very Fabric of Space and Time!

This activity engages students using a model to better understand and explain the concept of gravity, how gravity acts on objects in the universe and affect their motion.

Presenters

Christine Brillhart

Science Teacher, Midland Public Schools

Educator at the secondary level for over 18 years. Taught 7th, 8th grade general science, High school Biology, High school honors biology. Science Olympiad Coach Alumni of Grosse Pointe South HS, Michigan Technological University (BS) and Central Michigan University (MS) Trained... Read More →

Dr. Christie N. Gayheart

Science Teacher/Middle School Teacher Leader/Building Technology Instructional Leader, Midland Public Schools

Education: B.S. Biology, MTU; B.S. Secondary Education, CMU; M.A. Principalship, SVSU; Ed. S. Curriculum Development, SVSU; Ed. D. Educational Leadership, CMUMemberships: MSTA/NSTA/ASCDClassroom Grants/Awards/Institutes Attended:SVSU-Dow Corning Fellow; Lowes Toolbox for Education... Read More →

Mark Hackbarth

Midland Public Schools

MSTA 2018 Spandex Universe pdf

Copy of Can you Live Without Gravity CER Google Docs pdf

Modeling gravity in the universe MSTA 2018 pdf

MSTA example My Solar System PhET sim EXIT Slip Google Forms pdf

Friday March 2, 2018 4:00pm - 4:45pm EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

Earth Science Integrated

Grade Level MS
Session Type Educator Session

8:00am EST

NGSS Unit Creation & Assessment

Creating learner centered, middle school, units for the Next Generation Science Standards, including lessons, mind maps, learning summaries and assessments.

Presenters

Brenda Lantinga

REACH Science Teacher, Battle Creek Public Schools

Brenda has been teaching for 16 years with 6 being in elementary classrooms and 10 as a middle school science teacher. For the past five years Brenda has been teaching 6th, 7th and 8th grade science in the districts gifted and talented program. Brenda has been writing curriculum... Read More →

Saturday March 3, 2018 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Meeting Room 204 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level MS
Session Type Educator Session

8:00am EST

Mysteries of Magnetism - THEMIS & MMS

Are electricity and magnetism related? Can I prove Earth has a magnetic field – without a compass? Does magnetism protect life on Earth? Learn more with activities from THEMIS.

Presenters

Cris DeWolf

Teacher, Chippewa Hills High School/MESTA

All told, I have over 30 years in the classroom, teaching all the sciences at some point or another. The bulk of my career has been at Chippewa Hills High School, where I currently teach AP Biology, Biology, Astronomy, Earth & Space Science, and Oceanography. I have been on the executive... Read More →

Lisa DeWolf

Chippewa Hills High School

Mysteries of magnetism Storyline pdf

Solar Flares and Auroras Teacher docx

Solar Flares and Auroras Student docx

Saturday March 3, 2018 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Banquet 8 Lansing Center

Physics Earth Science

Grade Level HS
Strand MESTA
Session Type Educator Session

8:00am EST

Floating Trains: Phenomena, 3-D Instruction, and Amplify Science for Grades K-5

Experience how students investigate maglev trains while figuring out principles of forces and engaging in three-dimensional learning. Participants will get a hands-on dive into Amplify Science for Grades K-5, engaging with this new K-8 NGSS designed curriculum from the Lawrence Hall of Science.

Presenters

Bill Badders

Amplify Education & The Lawrence Hall of Science

Saturday March 3, 2018 8:00am - 9:45am EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

Earth Science Integrated

Grade Level K-2, 3-5, MS
Session Type Vendor Session

8:00am EST

Energy and the NGSS

This 3 hour workshop will give participants some practice using NGSS techniques in learning the ways in which Energy is treated by the NGSS.

Presenters

Don Pata

Teacher, Grosse Pointe North High School

I have been teaching high school science for over 20 year. I like to talk about NGSS, advanced pedagogy, modeling instruction and healthy grading. I have 4 young children. In the summer I run modeling workshops across Michigan.

Laura Ritter

Physics Teacher, Troy High School

I have been a science and math teacher for 15 years. My primary subject is physics and I specialize in discourse and student-centered instruction. I have co-led several summer Modeling Instruction workshops, but have pulled back in order to spend more time with my two young daughters... Read More →

Saturday March 3, 2018 8:00am - 10:45am EST
Capitol 1 Radisson Hotel

Biology Chemistry Physics Earth Science Integrated Environmental

Grade Level 3-5, MS, HS, Coll
Session Type Educator Session

8:00am EST

MEECS - Water Quality

Discover the essential role that water plays in Michigan’s economy and everyone’s lives. Students calculate how much water they use, investigate the link between land uses and water quality, and find out how water is monitored and standards are set.

Presenters

Joan Chadde

Director, Center for Science & Environmental Education, Michigan Technological University

Informal Science, K-12 STEM Outreach, Engineering is Elementary (PreK to Gr. 5), Diversity & Inclusion, increasing STEM & Natural Resources pipeline, Environmental Education, Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative

Saturday March 3, 2018 8:00am - 11:45am EST
Capitol 3 Radisson Hotel

General Environmental Earth Science

Grade Level 3-5, MS
Strand MEECS
Session Type Educator Session

9:00am EST

Classification Can Be Fun

Hands on activities designed to walk through classification techniques and the pluses and minuses of different types of classification. Both physical and biological science related. Cheap materials involved.

Presenters

Lu Anne Cuthbert

faculty, Lansing Community College

Taught college for 40 years. Also some high school students. Many different courses over those years. Mostly Biology but I am now teaching Physical science.

Saturday March 3, 2018 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Regency 1 Radisson Hotel

Biology Chemistry Earth Science

Grade Level MS, HS, Coll
Session Type Educator Session

9:00am EST

Teaching About Climate Change in Biology

Wondering where and how to address the new climate change standards? We will share research on student learning and free MSS-aligned curriculum for addressing climate change in high school biology.

Presenters

Wendy Johnson

Kentwood Public Schools

I currently teach biology at the East Kentwood Freshman Campus. I earned a PhD in science education from Michigan State University. My dissertation was titled "Supporting Three-Dimensional Science Learning: The Role of Curiosity-Driven Classroom Discourse." Twitter @wendyjohns... Read More →

Christie Morrison Thomas

Michigan State University

Climate Change in Biology MSTA2018 pdf

Saturday March 3, 2018 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Banquet 4 Lansing Center

Biology Earth Science

Grade Level HS
Strand MABT
Session Type Educator Session

9:00am EST

Implementing NGSS 3D Learning with NASA/GLOBE Earth System Learning Progressions

Interact with three-dimensional learning experience for Earth Science: Atmosphere which incorporates GLOBE Program investigations, data collection, and NASA resources in a series of K-12 learning progressions. Handouts.

Presenters

Janet Struble

Project Manager, GLOBE Mission Earth at University of Toledo

Our project is connecting GLOBE and NASA resources.

Saturday March 3, 2018 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Meeting Room 204 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level K-2, 3-5, MS, HS
Session Type Educator Session

9:00am EST

Rock with Your Students!

Wondering how to get students excited about seemingly unexciting lumps of matter? This session includes, attention-getting, easy to use zingers and how to easily get resources for your labs.

Presenters

Maria Gonzalez

5/6 Science/ Tech Support, Holy Family School

I'm just a passionate science teacher, geo explorer, history researcher, tech dabbler, and all around proud geek! I have heaps of ideas for all grades to share especially on Earth and Social sciences, as well developing students green thumbs in school the schoolyard garden! Here... Read More →

Saturday March 3, 2018 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Banquet 8 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level K-2, 3-5, MS
Strand MESTA
Session Type Educator Session

9:00am EST

Science Songs, Simple Stuff and Sliquids

Add some fun to your lessons. Using songs about science (or student created songs), easy, inexpensive demos or quick activities and unique vocabulary to help your students enjoy science more. Sharing session will be included.

Presenters

Kevin Koch

Teacher, Kalamazoo Public Schools

I am a veteran science teacher of over 25 years. I have a variety of experiences with field work in the earth and environmental sciences, university collaboration on research projects and curriculum development of project-based and integrated science concepts. I enjoy making science... Read More →

SCIENCE SONGS, SIMPLE STUFF & SLIQUIDS pptx

Saturday March 3, 2018 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Meeting Room 101 Lansing Center

General Earth Science

Grade Level K-2, 3-5, MS, HS
Session Type Educator Session

10:00am EST

STEM Cells on Station

Learn how your students can actively partner with ISS researchers to understand how stem cells and stem cell derived heart cells age and grow in microgravity to find treatments for heart disease, stroke, and potentially other regenerative medicine technologies.

Presenters

Tom Drummond

Chief Operating Officer, Orion's Quest

My life has been devoted to helping young people develop an interest in science and exploration. I retired after 36 years as a middle school science teacher and administrator to help develop Orion's Quest. I have a passion for all things outdoors and space exploration. I have... Read More →

Peter Lawrie

Orion's Quest

Saturday March 3, 2018 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Meeting Room 201 Lansing Center

Biology Chemistry Physics Technology Earth Science

Grade Level MS, HS
Session Type Non-Profit Vendor

10:00am EST

Citizen Scientists Needed! Students Collecting Data for the GLOBE Urban Heat Island Effect Campaign

Dr. Czajkowski , lead scientist for this campaign, needs your students to collect surface temperature data and upload the data to the GLOBE. Start your training with the following GLOBE Protocols: Clouds and Surface and Air Temperature today. Handouts and Raffle.

Presenters

David Bydlowski

Science Consultant, Wayne RESA

I am a part-time Science Consultant at Wayne RESA. I am also a Co-Investigator of the AREN Project, a NASA CAN Award from 2015 - 2020. I am also the host of the Middle School Science Minute Podcast.

Janet Struble

Project Manager, GLOBE Mission Earth at University of Toledo

Our project is connecting GLOBE and NASA resources.

Saturday March 3, 2018 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Meeting Room 204 Lansing Center

Earth Science Integrated

Grade Level MS, HS
Session Type Educator Session

10:00am EST

Tips You Can Use in Class Tomorrow: Building Community, Accountability, and Class Relevance

You need some teaching tips that you can implement right away. Receive a whirlwind tour of strategies improving classroom community, accountability, and content relevance. Handouts.

Presenters

Mark Francek

Professor and Chair, Central Michigan University

Central Michigan University

Saturday March 3, 2018 10:00am - 11:45am EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

General Earth Science Integrated Environmental Assessment

Grade Level 3-5, MS, HS, Coll
Session Type Educator Session

11:00am EST

Scaffolding 3-Dimensional Science Using (free) Carbon TIME Units

Learning complex tasks (engaging in 3-dimensional NGSS learning) requires scaffolding. Connect with Carbon TIME’s 6 phenomena-centered MS/HS units and use our toolkits to scaffold your students’ reasoning and reflecting.

Presenters

Christie Morrison Thomas

Michigan State University

CarbonTIMEScaffolding3DScienceMSTA18 pdf

CarbonTIMEFlier pdf

Saturday March 3, 2018 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Capitol 1 Radisson Hotel

Biology Earth Science

Grade Level MS, HS
Session Type Educator Session

12:00pm EST

Weather and Climate

Participants examine a climate map along with photos and descriptions of different climates. They identify their local climate as well as the climate for three different regions based on the climate graphs.

Presenters

Bill Cline

Science Curriculum Specialist, Lab-Aids

Lab-Aids proudly publishes the Science Education for Public Understanding Program (SEPUP) which began developing science intructional materials with funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) in 1987.

Lisa Kelp

Lab Aids/SEPUP

Saturday March 3, 2018 12:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Meeting Room 104 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level MS
Strand Lab-Aids
Session Type Vendor Session

1:00pm EST

Kepler Made Me Do It

Collecting data from 450 million miles away, how cool is that?! Come learn how your students can verify Kepler's third law of planetary motion using simple astronomy equipment.

Presenters

John Dumar

Physics/Calculus Teacher, Lutheran North High School

I have been a Physics/Mathematics teacher at Lutheran North since 1982. I have a MEd from Wayne State University. My interest in Astronomy began 3 years ago when a friend and father of a former student donated a telescope and introduced me to the Warren Astronomical Society. Also... Read More →

Kepler Made Me Do It An Investigation of the Gallean Moons of Jupiter Presentation for MSTA pptx

Saturday March 3, 2018 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

Physics Earth Science

Grade Level MS, HS
Session Type Educator Session

1:00pm EST

Diggin' Outdoor Education

Hands -on outdoor environmental ecological experiences, lesson plans, and explorations used at the Clarkston Family Farm, an educational non-profit organization in Clarkston Michigan will be shared with science teachers K- 5 .

Presenters

Nancy Berg

Curriculum Advisor, Clarkston Family Farm

Bringing nature experiences into the classroom. Developing a plan for more hands-on nature explorations

Chelsea OBrien

Founder and Executive Dircetor, Clarkston Family Farm

Graduating Magna Cum Laude with a science degree from WMU's Lee Honors College, my early professional life was in health care and sales with Stryker Medical. My work in nutrition and exercise physiology with cardiac patients inspired me to educate youth about healthy food and the... Read More →

Saturday March 3, 2018 1:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Capitol 1 Radisson Hotel

Earth Science Environmental

Grade Level K-2, 3-5
Session Type Educator Session

2:00pm EST

Questioning Our World- An introduction to Plate Tectonics

Put students in the driver's seat in this introductory lesson on plate tectonics. Using colorful geological maps, students work together to ask questions and form ideas about what they observe. Students then take it to the next level using GIS maps online.

LINK TO PRESENTATION: http://bit.ly/2FNSe74

Presenters

Lynette Wehner

6th grade science teacher, Plymouth-Canton Community Schools

Saturday March 3, 2018 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Meeting Room 202 Lansing Center

Earth Science

Grade Level MS
Session Type Educator Session

2:00pm EST

Blended Science Teaching for the Modern Kid

Looking to blend teacher/student friendly technology without losing the hands-on aspects for NGSS? Come try out some classroom tested, student-approved tools you can meld into your own great lessons.

You can follow this session with the following google short'ner url: https://goo.gl/9m5fLc. Enjoy!

Presenters

Maria Gonzalez

5/6 Science/ Tech Support, Holy Family School

Saturday March 3, 2018 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Meeting Room 204 Lansing Center

Earth Science Technology Integrated

Grade Level 3-5, MS
Session Type Educator Session

2:00pm EST

NGSS Yourself

Tweak old lessons to the 3D NGSS format. There will be five transformed astronomy lessons examples from my curriculum to be handed out at the workshop.

Presenters

Walter Charuba

Grosse Pointe Public Schools

Saturday March 3, 2018 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Capitol 2 Radisson Hotel

General Earth Science

Grade Level 3-5, MS
Session Type Educator Session