Real World Science & Mathematics
WHO Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics teachers from across NY State
WHAT Three separate workshops will provide high school physics and chemistry teachers and middle school mathematics teachers with professional development in applications of science and mathematics concepts. The Real World is part of every discipline and participants in these workshops will have the opportunity to learn about and explore some of the connections that exist between their classroom instruction and the world beyond the classroom (as suggested by the New York State MST Standards 1, 2, 6, and 7).
WHERE Center for Science and Mathematics Education (CESAME), Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY WHEN Monday, July 9th (late afternoon) - Friday, July 13th (noon)
DETAILS The program will enhance pedagogical content knowledge for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics teachers. Participating teachers will work with members of the Stony Brook faculty and other professionals to explore Real World applications that compliment content in the NY State Core Documents for Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics through a series of activities and field trips. Discussion will address approaches that can be used to incorporate the field experiences and activities into topics taught throughout the year.
Attendees will be expected to share the materials used in the workshop program with other science and mathematics teachers at their schools, in their school district, and beyond, through activities such as conducting workshops and presenting at conferences. Attendees are required to remain in contact with CESAME to report these activities.
Teachers will receive a $500 stipend, plus travel expenses (up to $275), room and board. Living on campus is optional. Participants will receive a certificate for 30 professional development hours upon completion of the program.TO APPLY Deadline for applications is extended to April 16, 2012
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