2013 California Science Education Conference: Full Schedule

Thank you for attending the 2013 California Science Education Conference.

To view a list of workshops with handouts posted online, click here.

7:00am PDT

FC01: It's Your Fault! - The San Andreas Fault Up Close - SOLD OUT

Welcome to the San Andreas fault! Where else in the world can you put one foot on the Pacific tectonic plate and the other foot on the North American plate?

During this field course you will explore several truly remarkable features created by the San Andreas fault from the San Gabriel mountains to Palm Springs. While on the bus and during the stops you will participate in several standards-based activities which can be immediately taken back to the classroom. Throughout the day there will be an emphasis on how principles such as Steno's laws (e.g. superposition), the rock cycle, geologic time, and plate tectonics can be used as powerful tools to understand earthquakes. You will learn about current research in earthquake science, how STEM fields contribute to understanding earthquakes, and the Great California ShakeOut. Lunch provided. Ticket: SOLD OUT
Sponsored, in part, by the Southern California Earthquake Center

Speakers

Robert de Groot

Friday October 25, 2013 7:00am - 5:30pm PDT
Offsite Field Course - Bus Departs Palm Springs Convention Center 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Field Course

Grade Level 13+, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Track Cross-Disciplinary, Earth-Space Science, Integrated Science
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $65
Tags Earthquakes, STEM

8:00am PDT

Meet-Connect-Learn-Conference Orientation, Sponsored by VWR Education

Join CSTA and the VWR Education family of companies for a cup of coffee and informative session that will give California Science Education Conference attendees tips and pointers on how to make the most of their time at the conference. Mix with CSTA board members and other conference attendees and give your networking a kick-start. Meet fellow science educators, connect with new colleagues, and learn how to navigate and maximize your conference experience. Door prizes! Sponsored by VWR Education

Speakers

Lisa Hegdahl

Laura Henriques

Professor, CSU Long Beach

Exhibitors

VWR Science Education

Wards Science

Wards provides hands-on, standards-based science activities, specimens, and supplies for every science discipline so you can do what you do best - teach, inspire, and connect.

Sponsors

VWR Science Education

Wards Science

Wards provides hands-on, standards-based science activities, specimens, and supplies for every science discipline so you can do what you do best - teach, inspire, and connect.

Friday October 25, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Pasadena Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Meal Event

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

California Science Safety

This science safety workshop will provide participants with a general overview of science safety and liability for public schools. A comprehensive set of materials will be provided to each participant. Grades PreK-13+

Speakers

Dean Gilbert

Science Coordinator, Orange County Department of Education

Friday October 25, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Sierra

Workshop

Grade Level PreK-13+, PreK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, All Grade Levels, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Classroom Management
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Let’s Get Writing

Science offers many opportunities for students to write. During this workshop you will learn a few techniques to help your students become better writers. Grades 4-12

Speakers

Debra Bereki

PhD Candidate, Gold Coast Science Network

Friday October 25, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree E

Workshop, CCSS

Grade Level 4-12, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Marine Debris: It's Everywhere!

Investigate the impacts of trash in our environment. Integrate a shoreline or neighborhood cleanup into your program. Analyze real Coastal Cleanup Day data. Empower your students to make a difference, wherever they live! Free curricula.

Links to Handouts:

An Educator’s Guide to Beach Cleanups, from the California Coastal Commission http://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/ccd/cleanup_educator_guide.pdf
Waves, Wetlands, and Watersheds, from the California Coastal Commission http://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/waves/waves1.html
Midway Journey – Bottle Caps, video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ri0RAsctYo

Speakers

Annie Kohut Frankel

Education Coordinator, California Coastal Commission

Friday October 25, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite G 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Host Organization CEEIN
Grade Level 13+, 3-13+, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Informal Science
Track Environmental Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Shifting Practices to Infuse Science and Engineering Practices with Common Core Strategies

This workshop will focus on illustrating the science and engineering practices described in the Proposed NGSS Standards for California and NRC Framework. Explore Chromatography techniques to separate pigments using paper and column chromatography techniques. Grades 5-12

Speakers

Kirk Brown

Division Director, STEM, San Joaquin County Office of Education

Kirk is Director of STEM at San Joaquin County Office of Education. He is also co-director of the Delta Sierra Science Project, a six county region of the California Science Project. In addition, he is regional science-lead of the Curriculum and Instruction Subcommittee of the California... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS, NGSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level High School, Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 5-12, Intermediate, Elementary
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Super School University: Robots Helping Teachers with STEM and STEAM in K-13+

California teachers are working together through a Super School Virtual University to explore how humanoid robots can help teachers with STEM, STEAM and STEAM plus in K-13+ classrooms. We will demonstrate Backpack Robotics, Backpack Science and Backpack STEAM Journalism. Grades: K-13+

Speakers

Bob Barboza

CEO, Barboza Space Center

Bob Barboza is a former K-12 educator. He currently works as a self-taught design engineer, astrosociologist, and CEO of the Barboza Space Center. He is a member of the Mars Society, and American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. He is under contract with the Fontana and... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite A 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, STEM

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-13+, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Technology
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:00am PDT

Coffee Break - Sponsored by Chevron

Enjoy a hot cup of coffee before heading off to your first session of the conference.
Sponsored by Chevron

Sponsors

Chevron

Friday October 25, 2013 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Oasis Foyer 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Meal Event

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:00am PDT

Exhibit Hall

The exhibit hall will open for the first time on Friday at 9:00 am.
Click here to view a current floor plan of all exhibitors

Friday October 25, 2013 9:00am - 6:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Oasis 1 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Exhibit Hall

Grade Level All Grade Levels, PreK, PreK-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:15am PDT

Keynote Address: Implementing the NGSS: Shifts in Classroom Practice; Opening Session; and Membership Meeting

Join CSTA for the annual meeting of members! CSTA President, Laura Henriques will deliver an update on the state of the association and the state of science education in California. Following Laura's address will be the keynote presentation by Dr. Stephen Pruitt. Dr. Pruitt is the Vice President for Content, Research, and Development for Achieve and led the development of the Next Generation of Science Standards.

Stephen will update the audience on current adoption and implementation efforts around the Next Generation Science Standards in California and other states, as well as discuss the vision for how classroom practice will shift as a result of the NGSS.
Sponsored by Chevron

Link to PDF of PowerPoint Presentation

Speakers

Laura Henriques

Professor, CSU Long Beach

Stephen Pruitt

Vice President for Content, Research, and Development, Achieve

Stephen Pruitt is senior vice president at Achieve. For the past three years, he has been leading the development of the Next Generation Science Standards. Stephen began his career as a high school chemistry teacher in Georgia, where he taught for 12 years. In 2003, he joined the... Read More →

Sponsors

Chevron

Friday October 25, 2013 9:15am - 10:45am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Primrose B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

General Session, NGSS

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Included with Registration
Tags NGSS

11:00am PDT

Digital Globes: Transforming the Way We Learn About Global Concepts

Digital globes have revolutionized science museums, but the costs were prohibitive for classrooms... until now! Learn how this technology can transform students’ understanding of climate, geology, astronomy, earth systems, etc.

Speakers

Representative

Digital Globe Systems of California

Friday October 25, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization Digital Globe Systems of California
Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-13+, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Technology
Track Earth-Space Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

National Geographic STEM Activities - Bringing the World to Your Classroom

National Geographic resources help to infuse science teaching with technology, engineering, and math. We’ll take a simple activity kids love and make it a prime example of STEM in your classroom.

Speakers

Tom Hinojosa

National Engagement Consultant, National Geographic Learning/Cengage Learning

Friday October 25, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization National Geographic Learning/Cengage Learning
Grade Level 2-5, 2, 3, 4, 5, Elementary, Primary, Intermediate
Emphasis Technology
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Power of Non-Verbal Communication in Classroom Management

Use the often neglected power of non-verbal communication to make your classroom a happy and productive one. Learn what TIMSS research from real science classrooms tells us about non-verbals and effective classrooms.

Speakers

Kendall Zoller

President, Sierra Training Associates, Inc.

Kendall Zoller is co-author of The Choreography of Presenting: The 7 Essential Abilities of Effective Presenters (Corwin Press, 2010) and President of Sierra Training Associates, Inc. He holds an Ed.D. in educational leadership from California State University, Fresno, and University of California, Davis. He provides professional learning seminars and keynotes on a variety of topics, including... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Catalina Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Focus Speaker, New Teacher PD Strand

Grade Level All Grade Levels, K-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Classroom Management
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration
Tags Classroom Management, Non-Verbal Communication

11:00am PDT

Apps in the Science Classroom

So you have an iPad (or a whole class set!), now what? The iPad Jedi Masters will take you on a tour of amazing apps to enhance your science class along with proven strategies for managing them. Bring your iPad. Grades 3-11

Speakers

Jessica Pack

Language Arts, Social Studies, ASB, Video Production Teacher, Palm Springs USD

Jessica teaches 6th grade Language Arts, #flipclass Social Studies, Associated Student Body Leadership, and Video Production for Palm Springs Unified. She is a 2014 California Teacher of the Year and her classroom is a 1:1 Chromebook environment with plenty of iPads for students to... Read More →

John Stevens

Chaffey JUHSD

John is an instructional math and technology coach in Southern California. He is the author of Table Talk Math and co-author of The Classroom Chef, blogs about his passions at http://fishing4tech.com, and would love to create more opportunities for kids to love mathematics.

Friday October 25, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite A 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, TECH

Grade Level 3-11, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, Middle School-Jr. High, High School, Elementary, Intermediate
Emphasis Technology
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Conservation of Matter: A Modeling Approach

Explore and deepen your understanding of the conservation of matter by experiencing a carefully structured sequence of lab activities centered in the scientific practice of modeling. Take home a coherent set of teacher-tested lessons ready for immediate classroom use.

Link to Handouts: http://saspcsus.pbworks.com/w/page/70319851/CSTA2013A

Speakers

Richard Hedman

MASE Director, CSU Sacramento

Kaye Schwartz

James Rutter Middle School

Friday October 25, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level 3-5, 8-11, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Engineering Is Elementary: Putting the T and E in STEM

Receive an overview of the EiE curriculum, the curriculum’s connections to specific grade level California Science Content Standards, how each unit supports the CCSS, and activities to do with your students (technology in a bag and tower building).Grades 1-8

Speakers

Jody Sherriff

Regional Director, K-12 Alliance

Friday October 25, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level Elementary, Middle School-Jr. High, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 1-8, Intermediate, Primary
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Ideas in Motion

Come and learn the benefits of hands-on science. Using investigative techniques we will engage in MOTION. Participants will share three hands-on activities and we will model easy ways to select, prepare, and manage hands on activities at all grade levels.

Speakers

Greg Brown

Senior Director, RAFT

As Director of Education at RAFT, my job is to make it EASY and FUN for all teachers to teach STEM. We offer over 700 Idea Sheets that address EVERY MATH and SCIENCE STANDARD in grades K-8 (http://www.raftbayarea.org/). We also offer almost 100 pre-packaged activity kits at our on-line... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Sierra

Workshop

Grade Level 2-12, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Elementary, Intermediate, High School, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Make Your Class a Story Worth Telling: Conceptual Flow Graphics for Course

Too much to teach, but can’t cut anything? Conceptual Flow Graphics are a novel course planning paradigm to streamline class sequencing for a story worth telling. Integrate labs and curriculum in a dynamic way to save time and increase engagement. Grades PreK-12

Link to Handouts:

http://www.wscacademy.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=240273&type=u&pREC_ID=537209

Speakers

Bethany Dixon

Science Teacher, Western Sierra Collegiate Academy

Friday October 25, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree E

Workshop

Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, PreK, PreK-12, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

PLAN!T NOW's Young Meteorologist Program

A Severe Weather Preparedness Adventure - learn about severe weather types, how to prepare for, how to safely survive them. This engaging on-line game from PLAN!t NOW stands alone or springboards to effective follow up activities, projects, and assessments. K-12.

Lesson materials can be downloaded from NOAA-CREST West at http://www.calstatela.edu/programs/crest

Speakers

Donna Lee

Director, PLAN!T Now

Paula Arvedson PhD

Associate Professor, CSU Los Angeles

I am passionate about teaching -- at all grade levels, working with learners of all ages.

Friday October 25, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs USD, Tech Room B

Workshop

Host Organization SEA (Satellite Educators Association)
Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-12, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:00pm PDT

Exhibit Hall - Exculsive Hour

Grab lunch from the concession stand while visiting the exhibit hall. Enter your name for door prize drawings which will take place on Saturday afternoon.
Click here to view the current floor plan of all exhibitors.

Friday October 25, 2013 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Oasis 1 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Exhibit Hall

Grade Level All Grade Levels, PreK, PreK-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

Equip Your iPad® or Android Tablet for Science with SPARKvue® HD – A Full-Featured Science Application

Explore PASCO’s SPARKvue app for iPad and Android Tablet, which offer display and analytical tools within an integrated learning environment. SPARKlabs® content with data collection and analysis is also supported. Grades: K-12

Speakers

Jason Lovell

K-12 Education Consultant, PASCO scientific

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization PASCO scientific
Grade Level K-12, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High, All Grade Levels
Emphasis Technology
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

Integrate iPad® and BYOD with Vernier Technology

In this workshop, you will use Vernier’s digital tools to conduct an investigation with Graphical Analysis for iPad or Vernier Data Share for BYOD environments. These tools will address NGSS Practices and Performance Expectations, as well as many states’ standards. Grades: 3-13+

Speakers

Roger Larson

Consultant, Vernier Software & Technology

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization Vernier Software & Technology
Grade Level 13+, 3-13+, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Elementary, Middle School-Jr. High, High School, Intermediate
Emphasis Technology
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

A Framework for K-12 Science Education

Engage in the driver for the Next Generation Standards in Science Education. A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Cross-Cutting Concepts, and Core Ideas. Learn how Next Generation Science Education Standards relate to Common Core Standards in English Language Arts.

Speakers

Jo Topps

Regional Director, K12 Alliance

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level 1, 2, 4, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, K-12
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

Beyond the Rock Cycle! – California’s Mineral Resources and How They Affect Our Everyday Lives

California was founded on gold, our state mineral! But what are California’s modern day mineral resources? Explore six California mined minerals’ geology, economics, environmental concerns, and how we use them every day! Rock samples, PPTs, posters, classroom activities, online resources. Grades 4-6 & 9-12

Speakers

Cynthia Pridmore

Engineering Geologist, California Geological Survey

Joyce Pulliam-Fitzgerald

Production & Quality Control Manager, Elementis Specialties

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary

Grade Level 4-6, 9-12, Elementary, High School, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Informal Science
Track Earth-Space Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

Channel Islands Live - Science, Technology, and Fun!

Remote, isolated, rugged, and sometimes inaccessible, the Channel Islands can be challenging to experience. Now, through advanced but accessible technology, Channel Islands Live brings the park right to your classroom. Grades K-12

Link to Presentation: http://prezi.com/3b6pi6hku7qd/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy&rc=ex0share

Speakers

Catharine Reznicek

Director, Education Technology, Ventura County Office of Education

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Palm Springs USD, Tech Room B

Workshop

Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-12, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

Energy Education + Common Core = Improved Literacy

Use materials from NEED to improve literacy and teach your students about energy sources. Common Core standards relating to literature, drama, and informational text will be matched to free resources in energy education. Grades K-6

Speakers

Rebecca Lamb

Program Director, National Energy Education Development

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS, Elementary

Grade Level K-6, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Elementary, Intermediate, Primary, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Literacy-EL
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

Kinesthetic Activities in Physical and Earth Sciences

Animate your students, literally. Scientific processes come alive when students use their bodies to play the role of molecules, rocks, Earthquake waves, air masses, or even the entire planet as it takes laps around the Sun. Grades K-8

Speakers

Mattew d'Alessio

Associate Professor, Geoscience, California State University Northridge

Dr. Matthew d'Alessio is a Google Faculty Fellow and runs the PEWTER (Pedagogy Enhanced With Technology for Educational Reform) project at California State University Northridge. A geophysicist by training, he now teaches science content classes for future teachers at the University. (Can't... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level 1, Elementary, Intermediate, K, K-8, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

Yes We Can Build It: Engineering Design for (K-5) Elementary Classrooms

This session will conduct two activities that utilize the Engineering Design process at a developmentally appropriate level for K-2 (Pinwheels) and 3-5 (windmill Blades Design). The design process will be experienced (inquiry) and documented in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Grades K-5

Speakers

Dr David Crowther

Presenter / Sponsor / USED, David Crowther

Dr. David T Crowther is a Professor of Science Education and the Executive Director of the Raggio Research Center for STEM Education at the University of Nevada, Reno. David is also the President of the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA). Dr. Crowther received his PhD from... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree F

Workshop, STEM, Elementary

Grade Level K-5, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary
Emphasis STEM Careers-Workforce
Track Engineering
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

FINESSE #1 Using Data to See Beneath Earth’s Surface

Using compilations of NASA data, including geochronology, topography, seismology and volcanology, participants will engage in a set of jig saw classroom activities designed to help them identify and classify earth’s features and describe plate tectonic activity at various around the earth. Participants will analyze data, develop models, create explanations and communicate observations and findings. Participants will receive digital copies of all workshop materials.

Link to Handouts:

https://sites.google.com/site/presentationspomeroy/ca-science-ed-2013

Speakers

Rick Pomeroy

Lecturer/Supervisor, UC Davis School of Education

Past President CSTA; Science Educator, University of California, Davis; Director, UC Davis Young Scholars Program

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Chino A 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

FINESSE Workshop

Grade Level 13+, 5-13+, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $10 or all 4 FINESSE workshops for $45

1:00pm PDT

SC01: Science Literacy: Writing, Reading and Oral Language in CCSS - SOLD OUT

Inquiry science instruction is the best way to teach the Common Core standards ELA. Participate in an integrated inquiry science lesson that uses speaking, reading and writing to develop students’ science understanding while meeting the demands of the new CCSS. Grades K-13 Ticket $25

Link to Handouts:

PowerPoint Presentation (.ppt)

Speakers

Susan Gomez-Zwiep

Department of Science Education, CSU Long Beach - K-12 Alliance

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, San Jacinto 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Short Course, CCSS, New Teacher PD Strand

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-13+, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $25
Tags CCSS, Common Core State Standards, Inquiry, Literacy

1:00pm PDT

SC05: Leading the Change: Common Core State Standards- Literacy in Science, Part 1 - SOLD OUT

Lead your school/district in implementing the Common Core for Literacy in Science. The 6-hour module, part of CDE’s PLMs, provides K-12 examples for inquiry, writing, reading, and oral language. Experience the module; get materials necessary to lead discussions back home. Part 1

Ticket: SOLD OUT

Speakers

Kathy DiRanna

Statewied Director, K-12 Alliance

Maria Simani

Friday October 25, 2013 1:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Santa Rosa 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Short Course, CCSS

Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-12, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Literacy-EL
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $20

2:30pm PDT

Adventure into the 21st Century Biology Class: How Technology Can Revolutionize Science Teaching

Tour The Science Bank, Animalearn’s lending program of biology resources. Examine the issues of using of animals to teach biology. Get hands-on experience with resources that Animalearn offers. And win a dissection software program. Grades: 5-12

Speakers

Nicole Green

Director, Animalearn

Nicole has worked with Animalearn for over 20 years, helping to educate the public about the many innovative non-animal resources that can be used to teach and study life science. Nicole has an M.A. in Education & Innovation, with an emphasis in humane education. Most recently Nicole... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite A 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization Animalearn
Grade Level 5-12, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Elementary, Intermediate, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Technology
Track Life Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

2:30pm PDT

Integrate iPad® and other Mobile Devices with Vernier Technology

In this workshop, you will use Vernier’s digital tools to carry out an investigation with either Graphical Analysis for iPad or Vernier Data Share for other mobile technologies (BYOT). Design and conduct an investigation that addresses an NGSS Performance Expectation. Grades: 3-13+

Speakers

Roger Larson

Consultant, Vernier Software & Technology

Friday October 25, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization Vernier Software & Technology
Grade Level 13+, 3-13+, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Elementary, Middle School-Jr. High, High School, Intermediate
Emphasis Technology
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

2:30pm PDT

Shark Tracking Robots

Making waves in how we research shark behavior. In an effort to track shark motion, Dr. Lowe and his colleagues have developed a shark tracking robot to monitor and track shark movements. The development of the robot requires input from a team of partners - engineers, programmers and mathematicians. Getting a diverse group of experts to share a common language starts with mathematics, the truly common language of all STEM fields. Dr. Lowe will share with the audience how the team answers scientific questions through the design and development of the robots. This promises to be an engaging and informative session.

Speakers

Chris Lowe

Professor, CSU Long Beach

Friday October 25, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Catalina Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Focus Speaker

Grade Level All Grade Levels, K-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Technology
Track Life Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration
Tags Sharks

2:30pm PDT

Analyzing and Interpreting Data - Building a New Understanding

Explore a robust version of the practice of Analyzing and Interpreting Data. Take a look at this practice across grade levels, explore a process for engaging with colleagues in building a shared vision and connect to the intent in this practice. Grades K-12

Link to Handouts:

Speakers

Arthur Beauchamp

Director, Sacramento Area Science Project

Friday October 25, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

2:30pm PDT

Implications of CCSS on NGSS

Participants will gain an understanding of the implications and correlations of the Common Core State Standards in English/Language Arts, and Mathematics on Next Generation Science Standards. PreK-13+

Link to Handouts:

http://tinyurl.com/LACOE-ImplicatioinsCSTA2013

Speakers

Anthony Quan

Consultant III, STEM, Los Angeles County Office of Education

A firm believer that all students are capable of entering Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Fields. Students should all be given the opportunities, experiences, and tools to become successful. Teachers should all be given appropriate and practical professional development... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree F

Workshop, CCSS, NGSS

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, PreK, PreK-13+, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

2:30pm PDT

May the (Magnetic) Force Be with You! Physical Science Fun for All

Hands-on lessons... learn how earth acts as a giant magnet, make magnetic fields more visible, build a motor, and more. Handouts, motor materials, and link to complete website with grades 4-6 earth, life, and physical science units provided.
Link to Handouts:

http://sbsciencematters.com/4th/physical/4.1MaytheMagneticForcebewithYou.pdf

http://sbsciencematters.com/

Speakers

Hortencia Garcia

Teacher Leader, Roosevelt Elementary School

Christina Mavaro

Teacher, McKinley School

Friday October 25, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level 4-6, Elementary, Intermediate, 4, 5, 6
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

2:30pm PDT

Singing Science with Tim Griffin!

A live performance of music that helps elementary and middle school students master key concepts and vocabulary of the science standards. Teachers love Tim’s music because it helps kids master the standards; students love it because it makes learning fun!
Grades PreK-8

Link to music, lyrics, notes, and more information: http://www.griffined.org

Speakers

Tim Griffin

executive director, lead educator/performer, Griffin Education (GriffinEd)

Tim Griffin is an award-winning educator, singer/songwriter, and storyteller with a passion for making learning fun. After retiring from the Los Angeles Unified School District, Tim now runs a small educational nonprofit called GriffinEd (www.GriffinEd.org), a team of musicians and... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary

Grade Level 1, Elementary, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, PreK, PreK-8, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

2:30pm PDT

STEM Can Lead the Way

STEM Can Lead the Way, a report synthesizing the recommendations by 30 experts was commissioned to catalyze a dialogue to define and implement systemic reforms in teacher preparation through the lens of STEM. The report will guide the session. Grades PreK-13+

Link to Handouts:

Speakers

Marcella Klein Williams

Cheif Education Officer, California STEM Learning Network

STEM can lead the way! We are living in dynamic times. Technological advances have changed our world and education is shifting to meet the challenge. The changes in education are huge with both the redesign in funding (LCFF) and standards (CCSS and NGSS). I am the Chief Education... Read More →

Friday October 25, 2013 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree E

Workshop

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, PreK, PreK-13+, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Preservice Teacher Education
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

3:30pm PDT

Wind Turbine: Energy and Energy Transformations

Explore how electrical energy is generated and how energy is transformed from one form into another by building a working wind turbine. Take away STEM activities and an understanding of how to apply the Engineering Cycle in your class. Grades 5-13+

Speakers

Susan Dewberry

Regional Sales Manager, CPO Science

Friday October 25, 2013 3:30pm - 5:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization CPO Science
Grade Level 5-13+, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, High School, Middle School-Jr. High, Elementary, Intermediate
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:00pm PDT

Texas Instruments Technology and the NGSS….Make the Learning Become Real

Hands-on workshop showcasing TI technology and resources that offer a single, unique platform for Science interaction in the classroom, lab and filed while supporting NGSS initiatives. Grades 5-13+

Speakers

Jen Brewer Cezar

Inside Sales Consultant, Texas Instruments

Friday October 25, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite A 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization Texas Instruments
Grade Level 5-13+, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, Elementary, Intermediate, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Technology
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:00pm PDT

Abscond with the Bubbles

Abscond with the bubbles. Discover a variety of ways (short and long) to assess students' knowledge and drive instruction. The assessment ideas gives students ways to practice for the Next Generation Science testing through a variety of assessment techniques.
Grades 2-11

Speakers

Karren Krosby

Teacher, Roosevelt Elementary School

Friday October 25, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level 2, 3, 4, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 2-11, Primary, Intermediate
Emphasis Assessment
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:00pm PDT

Bring Learning to Life with a Garden

Learn to use a garden (however large or small) to breathe life into standards-based lessons, foster a spirit of inquiry, promote ecological literacy, and encourage healthy eating. You'll experience hands-on activities and discuss tried-and-true tips and tools for success.

Speakers

Whitney Cohen

Friday October 25, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Madera

Workshop

Grade Level 2-7, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Primary, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, Elementary
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Life Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:00pm PDT

NGSS: The Basics

Feel like you are just starting to learn about Next Generation Science Standards? Do you find the whole thing a little overwhelming? Come join us for an overview presentation regarding the Next Generation Science. Develop a deeper understanding of the key elements of these standards, the connection to 21st Century Skills, and the strong emphasis on engineering and technology integration. Time will be devoted to answering your questions and presenting the draft timeline for implementation.

Link to Handout: Copy of Presentation (.pdf ~2MB)

Speakers

Phil Lafontaine

Director Professional Learning and Support Division California Department of Education

Friday October 25, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Pasadena Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, K, K-12, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:00pm PDT

Planning SMART: Improving Student Achievement

Research shows that time spent planning "smarter" translates into improved student achievement. Explore elements of a standards-based instructional unit, using the backwards mapping model. Receive printed materials and interactive CD.

Speakers

Dean Gilbert

Science Coordinator, Orange County Department of Education

Friday October 25, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Sierra

Workshop

Grade Level PreK-13+, PreK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, All Grade Levels, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Classroom Management
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:00pm PDT

Science and the Common Core in ELA: A Real World Opportunity to Write

Wondering how to integrate science and CCSS ELA? This session models the integration and shares a protocol that includes hands-on science with routine use of notebooks combined with designing specific writing prompts providing formative assessment for science and ELA goals. Grades K-8

Click here for the workshop PowerPoint.

Speakers

Karen Cerwin

Regional Director, K-12 Alliance/WestEd

Regional DirectorK-12 Alliance/WestEd

Friday October 25, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level 1, Elementary, Intermediate, K, K-8, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Emphasis Assessment
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:00pm PDT

Skywatching Activities for 2013-2014

Track changes in the evening sky as Earth overtakes five bright stars and three bright planets, and is overtaken by Venus and Mercury. See two lunar eclipses and a solar. Observing guide, desktop activities. Grades K-3, 5, 8-13+

Links to Handouts:

Speakers

Robert Victor

Staff Astronomer (retired), Abrams Planetarium, Mich St Univ

Friday October 25, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary

Grade Level 1, 13+, 8-13+, Elementary, High School, K, K-3, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Informal Science
Track Earth-Space Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:00pm PDT

The Presidential Award of Excellence- The Application Process

This session is appropriate for educators that are interested in learning about The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). Previous recipients will discuss the nomination process, strategies for completing the application and support for completing. Grades K-12

Speakers

Dawn O'Connor

Director of STEM, Alameda County Office OfAlameda County Office of Education

Friday October 25, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Ventura

Workshop

Grade Level K, K-12, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, All Grade Levels, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:00pm PDT

“Steer” You to STEM- Careers in Animal Agriculture

Participate in hands-on activities from CFAITC 's newest STEM unit. The unit focuses on the STEM involved in animal agriculture. Careers highlighted include agriculture engineer, range manager, animal physiologist, animal nutritionist, and animal geneticist. Free curriculum available for participants. Grades 3-5

Speakers

Stephanie Etcheverria

Program Coordinator, CA Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom

Friday October 25, 2013 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite G 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, STEM, Elementary

Host Organization CEEIN
Grade Level Intermediate, 3, 4, 5, 3-5, Elementary
Emphasis STEM Careers-Workforce
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

5:00pm PDT

Exhibit Hall - Exculsive Hour

Stop in the hall for some shopping and to visit with exhibitors. View exciting new products, learn about services and opportunitites for students and teachers alike.

Click here to view a current floor plan of all exhibitors.

Friday October 25, 2013 5:00pm - 6:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Oasis 1 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Exhibit Hall

Grade Level All Grade Levels, PreK, PreK-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

6:30pm PDT

STEM Pool Party and Engineering Challenge

Limited Capacity seats available

Palm Springs is all about hanging by the pool! Join CSTA for a fun evening of music, networking, and more around the largest swimming pool in Palm Springs! The Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel pool deck features cabanas, fire pits, and a heated swimming pool. CSTA and the UCR Bourns College of Engineering/MESA program will add a twist to the standard pool party scene with engineering challenges! Register your team for the cardboard boat challenge (teams of 2 to 4) and race across the swimming pool, try to build a stomp rocket that will clear the pool, or just kick back and enjoy the music of Tim Griffin. Tim Griffin is a former educator and music artist specializing writing and performing science and educational songs. To get a sneak preview of his music visit www.TimGriffinMusic.com. Be sure to buy your ticket, only $10, for this fun and new event. No need to find a place to have dinner in town before the event, your $10 ticket entitles you to $10 worth of food and drinks from the hotel BBQ and bar at the event to help fill your belly and fuel the conversations. The BBQ and bar will feature drinks, hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, and salads.

Friday October 25, 2013 6:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Pool Deck 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Evening Event

Grade Level 1, 2, 13+, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $10

5:15am PDT

Astronomy on the Lawn: Pre-Dawn Star Gazing

Can't do astronomy during the day? Think again. Meet astronomer Robert Victor of the Abrams Planetarium on the back lawn of the convention center to see some amazing sites in the daytime (and pre-dawn) sky. From 5:15 to 6:15 AM join for some cool pre-dawn viewing of Mars, Jupiter, the Moon, Comet ISON and winter skies in October. From 8 to 10 AM learn how to use a polarizing filter to do high contrast Moon observations during the day. In the afternoon from 3 to 4:30 PM see a gibbous planet Venus in broad daylight!

Speakers

Robert Victor

Staff Astronomer (retired), Abrams Planetarium, Mich St Univ

Saturday October 26, 2013 5:15am - 6:15am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, East Lawn 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Outdoor Astronomy Events

Grade Level 1, 2, 13+, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 9, 10, 11, 12
Track Earth-Space Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

7:30am PDT

Awards Breakfast: Earth and Life Science, Animation and Art: Intersections That Speak to Our Students' Futures

Limited Capacity seats available

Stuart Sumida will describe his work as a paleontologist at the intersection of life and earth sciences, and his work at the intersection of the sciences and the arts as an anatomical consultant to animation and digital effects studios. Using his experiences from among the over 50 films on which he has consulted - films such as Lion King, Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, to Life of Pi - he will demonstrate the powerful connections between the sciences and the arts, and how they can benefit our students.

Speakers

Stuart Sumida

Professor of Biology, CSU San Bernardino

Stuart is the eldest out of 4 children, the only boy. Stuart has always been a highly gifted student, graduating at the top of his class both under and post-grad at UCLA. He has written books on Vertebrate Morphology as well as Palentology, teaching both subjects (and more)at universities... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 7:30am - 9:00am PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Pasadena Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Meal Event

Grade Level All Grade Levels, K-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis STEM Careers-Workforce
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $30
Tags Art & Science, Biology, STEM Careers

8:00am PDT

Boost Brainpower with Nutrition Education

Continue to make a difference! Provide your students with the tools they need to grow, succeed and be healthy by using our free and newly revised interactive nutrition lesson plans!

Speakers

Heather Berkoben

Dairy Council of California

Exhibitors

Dairy Council of California

Dairy Council of CA produces balanced nutrition education programs and resources, which are free in California, for schools and health professionals.

Saturday October 26, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization Dairy Council of California
Grade Level 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, K-12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Evidence-Based Argumentation in Practice

How can we accelerate students’ conceptual understanding and critical thinking? Engaging in argumentation supports meaning making and promotes reasoning. Join us for a heated debate on temperature and density. We’ll explore best practices that include all students in academic discussions. Grades 5-8

Links to Handouts:

Speakers

Claudio Vargas

Director Bay Area Science Project, UC Berkeley

Diana Velez

Professional Learning and Curriculum Specialist, UC Berkeley

Diana Vélez is a professional development specialist and curriculum developer at the Lawrence Hall of Science at the University of California in Berkeley. She currently works with FOSS (Full Option Science System), BaySci, and other science education projects in the area of English... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite A 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS

Grade Level 5-8, Elementary, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Exploring the Power of the Sun

Explore scientific concepts of solar energy through hands-on activities for all grade levels. Activities include: solar beads, balloons and ovens; NaturePrint® paper; thermometers; radiometers; solar concentration and collection; and photovoltaics. Grades K-6

Speakers

Rebecca Lamb

Program Director, National Energy Education Development

Saturday October 26, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary

Grade Level K-6, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, Elementary, Intermediate, Primary, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Next Generation Science Standards for 21st Century Teaching 3 - 5

Are you prepared to use the Next Generation Science Standards in your classroom? Come get an in-depth look at the design/architecture of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in grades 3 - 5. Leave the workshop with implementation ideas!

Link to Handout

Speakers

Marian Murphy-Shaw

Educational Services Director, Siskiyou COE

Sandi Yellenberg

County Science Coordinator, Santa Clara COE

Sandi holds a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from Santa Clara University, a Bachelor’s degree in biology from Washington University in St. Louis, and a multiple subject credential with a supplemental credential in science. She has presented numerous times for... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Ventura

Workshop, Elementary, NGSS

Host Organization CISC
Grade Level 3-5, Elementary, Intermediate, 3, 4, 5
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Organized Binder: Creating Powerful Learning Communities

This session will demonstrate that an organized, highly structured, and dependable classroom with clear expectations provides an opportunity for all students to succeed. Organized Binder is a practical strategy that is easy to implement and instantly leads to success in the classroom. Grades 3-13+

Speakers

Ana Mello

Mathematics Department Chair, University Preparatory School

Saturday October 26, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Pueblo 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Grade Level 3-13+, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, Middle School-Jr. High, High School, Elementary, Intermediate
Emphasis Classroom Management
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Project Based Learning: 3 Easy Steps to Implementation

Want to try Project Based Learning in your Classroom? Discover 3 tools to make it fun and engaging for your students and easy for you while still maintaining rigor.

Speakers

Heather Glanz

GATE Teacher, Rio Seco School

One of my true loves lies in teaching. That moment when a student's eyes and face light up because of something you taught them, that they finally "got", or when they try something new and they are amazed with the results. I love being a part of that! I love the idea that as educators... Read More →

Dave Tupper

Noyce Master Teacher Fellow (MTF), San Diego State University

Saturday October 26, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, PreK, Primary, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, PreK-12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

STEM—Engagement and Questioning

Through hands-on activities and discussions, we will discuss what STEM is and how to implement STEM thinking into a classroom. Participants will gain an understanding of Habits of Mind in STEM, questioning strategies, and student engagement. Grades 4-13+

Link to Handouts:

http://tinyurl.com/LACOE-2013CSTA

Speakers

Anthony Quan

Consultant III, STEM, Los Angeles County Office of Education

Saturday October 26, 2013 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree F

Workshop, New Teacher PD Strand, STEM

Grade Level 13+, 4-13+, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Astronomy on the Lawn: Daytime High-Contrast Moon Observations

Speakers

Robert Victor

Staff Astronomer (retired), Abrams Planetarium, Mich St Univ

Saturday October 26, 2013 8:00am - 10:00am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, East Lawn 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Outdoor Astronomy Events

Grade Level 1, 2, 13+, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 9, 10, 11, 12
Track Earth-Space Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

FC03: Exploring Joshua Tree National Park - SOLD OUT

Limited Capacity seats available

Joshua Tree National Park is immense, nearly 800,000 acres, and infinitely variable. Viewed from the road, this desert park only hints at its vitality. Closer examination reveals a fascinating variety of plants and animals that make their home in this land shaped by strong winds, unpredictable torrents of rain, and climatic extremes. This land may appear defeated and dead, but within this parched environment are intricate living systems waiting for the opportune moment to reproduce. They depend on their entire ecosystem for survival. Dark night skies, a rich cultural history, and surreal geologic features add to the attraction of this place.
With National Park Service Rangers, come explore this amazing desert ecosystem. Learn about amazing adaptations of plants and animals that call this area home. Explore the geology of one of the top ten rock climbing places in the world. Participants will be hiking in the Wonderful Land of Rocks area of the park. Lunch provided. Ticket: SOLD OUT

Saturday October 26, 2013 8:00am - 4:00pm PDT
Offsite Field Course - Bus Departs Palm Springs Convention Center 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Field Course

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, PreK, PreK-13+, Primary, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Track Earth-Space Science, Environmental Science, Life Science
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $78

9:00am PDT

FINESSE #2 Promoting Inquiry: Backward Faded Scaffolding

Participants will engage in two complete sets of activities designed to demonstrate effective strategies for engaging students in authentic inquiry. Topics will include exploring the models Galileo used to develop his heliocentric theory of the structure of the solar system. The second activity will investigate weather, climate, and the techniques teacher can use to engage their students in identifying and investigating real world problems. Backward Faded Scaffolding (BFS), a strategy that teachers can use to engage their students in authentic, data driven, investigations of natural phenomena will be the instructional format for both sets of lessons. Participants will receive a collection of nine additional activities written in the BFS format.

Link to Handouts:

https://sites.google.com/site/presentationspomeroy/ca-science-ed-2013

Speakers

Rick Pomeroy

Lecturer/Supervisor, UC Davis School of Education

Past President CSTA; Science Educator, University of California, Davis; Director, UC Davis Young Scholars Program

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Chino A 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

FINESSE Workshop

Grade Level 13+, 5-13+, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $10 or all 4 FINESSE workshops for $45

9:00am PDT

SC05: Leading the Change: Common Core State Standards- Literacy in Science, Part 2 - SOLD OUT

Speakers

Kathy DiRanna

Statewied Director, K-12 Alliance

Maria Simani

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Santa Rosa 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Short Course

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-13+, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Literacy-EL
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Tags CCSS, Common Core State Standards, Literacy

9:00am PDT

SC06: Hands-on Science Performance Assessment, the Common Core Standards, and the Next Generation Science Standards

Explore hands-on science performance assessment and its relationship to students’ mastering Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards. Engage in two hands-on performance tasks, explore the uses and advantages of this form of assessment, and take home sample students set-ups.Grades 3-5 Ticket $40

Speakers

Grant Gardner

President - CEO, Assessment Services, Inc.

Deborah Tucker

Science Education Consultant

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Chino B 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Short Course, CCSS, New Teacher PD Strand, NGSS

Grade Level 3, 3-5, 4, Elementary, Intermediate, 5
Emphasis Assessment
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $40
Tags Assessment, CCSS, Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, NGSS, Performance-Based Assessment

9:00am PDT

SC08: Blending STEM, Common Core and the Science Standards in Elementary Grade Levels

In this Short Course, elementary educators will develop lessons using STEM and the environment. Participants will gain an understanding on how to adjust what they are doing in their classroom to fit the Common Core and future Science Standards. Grades K-5 Ticket $35

Speakers

Lorie Suntree

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, San Jacinto 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Short Course, CCSS, Elementary, New Teacher PD Strand, NGSS, STEM

Grade Level 1, 2, 3, 4, Elementary, Intermediate, K, K-5, Primary, 5
Emphasis STEM Careers-Workforce
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $35
Tags CCSS, Common Core State Standards, Environment, Next Generation Science Standards, NGSS, STEM

9:00am PDT

Exhibit Hall

The exhibit hall will open at 9:00 am on Saturday.
Click here to view a floor plan of all exhibitors.

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:00am - 3:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Oasis 1 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Exhibit Hall

Grade Level All Grade Levels, PreK, PreK-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:30am PDT

What's Soil Got to Do with It?

How do plants grow? Plant seeds of success and teach biological concepts through hands-on activities! The free inquiry-based Nutrients for Life curriculum and materials will be provided as we explore properties of soil and how plant growth affects soil. Grades: 3-6

Speakers

Julie Buratowski

Nutrients for Life

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization Nutrients for Life
Grade Level 3-6, 3, 4, 5, 6, Elementary, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track Environmental
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:30am PDT

The Salton Sea As An Opportunity for Science Pedagogy

Dr. Krantz will virtually fly us around the Salton Sea, California's largest and very troubled lake. The flight will not only give you a birds-eye view of its austere beauty and incredible biodiversity, but also of its complex environmental problems and potential solutions. This focus of the talk will be on opportunities for science faculty and students to explore the wide range of topis involved in Salton Sea science. The talk will feature the art and science of the Salton Sea Atlas project.

Speakers

Tim Krantz

Professor, Environmental Studies Program, University of Redlands

Dr. Krantz has broad training and experience in environmental science and policy. He is an authority on the flora and fauna of the San Bernardino Mountains and Southern California; he has served as the Salton Sea Database Program Manager for 15 years; and has done extensive research... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Catalina Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Focus Speaker

Grade Level All Grade Levels, K-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Track Environmental Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:30am PDT

21st Century Skills and STEM

Enjoy a fast-paced interactive session that will connect 21st Century Skills to STEM. Through hands-on activities, develop a deeper understanding of the 4Cs (communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity), Scientific and Engineering Practices, Standards for Mathematical Practice, and ELA anchor skills. PreK-13+

Speakers

Bradley Schleder

Demonstration Center Director, Kings Canyon USD

Mary Walls

Project Administrator, OMSD

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree F

Workshop, CCSS, NGSS

Grade Level PreK-13+, PreK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, All Grade Levels, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:30am PDT

Map-Based Applications to Engage Student Inquiry

From monitoring geo-events in real-time to accessing information of contaminated lands, this session will present map-based applications that provide kids-friendly user interface for students to share data or access data collected by government agencies and research labs. Grades 4-9

Speakers

Ingrid Flores

Instructor, CSU San Marcos

Youwen Ouyang

Professor of Computer science, CSU San Marcos

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Palm Springs USD, Tech Room A

Workshop

Grade Level 4-9, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Middle School, Jr. High, High School, Intermediate, Elementary
Emphasis Technology
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:30am PDT

Speak, Explore, Speak Again, Ask, Clarify, Confirm, Speak...

K-12 interactive session explores K-5 Speaking and Listening Standards in conjunction with Norms of Collaboration and Accountable Talk. Create an atmosphere where students "Talk to Learn." Grades K-5

Speakers

John Lacy

K-12 Alliance Staff Developer, Tulare City School District

Angie Ruiz

5th Grade Teacher, Mission Oaks Elementary

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS, Elementary

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level Elementary, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, K-5, Primary, Intermediate
Emphasis Literacy-EL
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:30am PDT

Teaching NGSS with the EEI Curriculum

Teaching NGSS with the EEI Curriculum - Learn how the Education and the Environment Initiative Curriculum can be used to teach the Next Generation Science Standards. See the new EEI/NGSS correlation documents and watch an EEI Teacher Ambassador in action. Grades K-12

Speakers

Bryan Ehlers

Deputy Dir. for Ed. and Enviro. Affairs, CalRecycle

Phil Romig

Science Curriculum Specialist, SCOE

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite G 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Host Organization CEEIN
Grade Level 1, 2, 4, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, K-12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:30am PDT

The Far Side of Science for Now and NGSS

From “The Far Side of Science”, participate in discrepant events, demonstrations, and activities that will be motivational for learning any standards. NGSS will be “just another set of standards”, unless accompanied by motivating activities. Available for use Monday. Handouts available. Grades 4-13+

Speakers

David Hanley

Teacher, Highland High School/ULV

We have a spectacular natural history and science museum (Buena Vista Museum of Natural History and Science) in Bakersfield. I'm lucky enough to be on the Board. I've also been given the opportunity to instruct science methods for the University of LaVerne. My passion is "REALIA... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Sierra

Workshop

Grade Level 4-13+, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Informal Science
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:30am PDT

Three Physical Science Concepts Every K-8 Teacher Should Understand

This workshop will focus on 3 common misconceptions: Circular Motion (Centripetal vs. Centrifugal Force), “The Rising Water Cup Trick”, and The Potato Clock. Grades K-8

Speakers

David Eisenberg

Science Teacher, CSU Long Beach

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary

Grade Level K-8, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary, Intermediate, Primary, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:30am PDT

Understanding Modeling, the NGSS Practices, and Day & Night

Deepen your understanding of modeling and the interconnectedness of the science practices in the Next Generation Science Standards and A Framework for K-12 Science Education through a hands-on, minds-on science experience related to day, night, and the sun.

Link to Handouts: http://saspcsus.pbworks.com/w/page/70331043/CSTA2013b

Speakers

Richard Hedman

MASE Director, CSU Sacramento

Cindy Passmore

Associate Professor, UC Davis

Saturday October 26, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level 3-5, 8-12, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Earth-Space Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

33 Strategies for Integrating Disciplinary Literacy

Increase reading comprehension, disciplinary literacy skills, and science knowledge simultaneously for ALL students. 33 ready-to-use strategies for your classroom. Teach both science and literacy. Free classroom materials!

Speakers

Lauri Leone

Regional Dir. of Education Partnerships, Amplify Learning-Lawrence Hall of Science

Jen Tilson

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization Amplify Learning-Lawrence Hall of Science
Grade Level 2, 2-5, 3, 4, 5, Elementary, Intermediate, Primary
Emphasis Literacy-EL
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Creating a Leadership Legacy Through Science

Disney YES Facilitators will share best practices on how our Cast Members work with students to give them that "ah-ha" moment through Imagination and Science.

Speakers

YES Facilitator

Cast Member, Disney Youth Education Series

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Commercial Workshop

Host Organization Disney Youth Education Series
Grade Level PreK-12, PreK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, All Grade Levels, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Informal Science
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

An Integrated, Multidisciplinary Approach to Tissue Development and Engineering

In this talk, we will see how the multidisciplinary principles and techniques related to science, technology, engineering and medicine are being seamlessly integrated to increase our understanding of how cells behave in health and disease so that more effective therapies can be developed in the future.

Link to Handout: PDF of PowerPoint Presentation (~7MB)

Speakers

Kaustabh Ghosh

Assistant Professor of Bioengineering, UC Riverside

Kaustabh Ghosh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Bioengineering at UC, Riverside. He is an interdisciplinary biomedical scientist and engineer with research interest in cellular biomechanics, vascular tissue engineering and biomaterials for organ regeneration. Prior to... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Catalina Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Focus Speaker

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-13+, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis STEM Careers-Workforce
Track Engineering
Included with Registration? Included with Registration
Tags STEM, STEM Careers

11:00am PDT

CANCELLED - Science Stories That Will Grab Your Students' Attention

This workshop has been cancelled by the presenter due to a death in the family.

Use wonderful, true, dramatic stories to introduce lessons. I've accumulated accounts of true events, from over 25 years of teaching and reading, in astronomy, physics, chemistry, geology, and more. I'll also describe the lessons that can accompany the stories. Grades PreK-5

Speakers

Camilla Barry

President, Barry Scientific

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary

Grade Level 1, Elementary, Intermediate, K, PreK, PreK-5, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5
Emphasis Informal Science
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Engaging 21st Century Learners Through Curriculum-Based Scratch Projects

Images, sounds, dialogs, and animations: Learn how you can use Scratch, a visual programming tool created by MIT Media Lab, to engage students in exploring and expressing themselves in creative ways. Grades 4-9

Speakers

Donna Markey

Science Teacher, Vista Magnet Middle School

Youwen Ouyang

Professor of Computer science, CSU San Marcos

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs USD, Tech Room A

Workshop

Grade Level 4-9, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Middle School, Jr. High, High School, Intermediate, Elementary
Emphasis Technology
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

From Magnets to Motors! Making a Simple Electric Motor!

Come explore electromagnetism and learn how to make a simple electric motor from a battery, magnet, and copper wire!

Speakers

jblackie@nmusd.us

Science Teacher, Ensign Intermediate School

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 4-8
Emphasis Informal Science
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Get Eroded!: Earth Science Erosion Models

Experience how the erosion of California landforms can be simulated using easy to make, hands-on models. Come check out our engaging, creative and budget friendly glacier and landslide activities. Lesson handouts will be provided, with complete units website accessible.
Grades 4-6

Links to Handouts:

Speakers

Meagan Pasternak

Peabody Charter School

Tracy Schifferns

Teacher, McKinley School

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level 4-6, Elementary, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 4, 5, 6
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Earth-Space Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Maker Revolution: How to Make STEM Learning Through the Practices of Science and Engineering Fun

Participants will join the Maker Revolution and learn how to foster a collaborative culture of creativity, innovation, and experimentation with simple and inexpensive projects that effectively teach STEM content and scientific and engineering practices. Grades K-13+

Speakers

Ana Lopez

Science Coach, Central Valley Science Project

Jerry Valadez

Director, Central Valley Science Project; California State University, Fresno

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite E

Workshop, STEM, NGSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level 1, 13+, 2, 3, 4, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, K-13+
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

Next Generation Science Standards: A Developmental Update

Join us for an up-to-date overview and current developmental status of the Next Generation Science Standards. Develop a deeper understanding of the key elements of these standards, the “storyline” thinking and reasoning used by the Science Expert Panel to assign specific standards to middle school grades, and implementation "next steps" for California. Grade PreK-13+

Speakers

Dean Gilbert

Science Coordinator, Orange County Department of Education

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Grade Level PreK-13+, PreK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, All Grade Levels, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

11:00am PDT

The Need for Speed

Speed problems giving your student nightmares? I will share activities that will help your students collect, analyze and interpret speed data. We will also cover the hardest part of the concept of speed, the GRAPHS!

Link to Handouts:

Speakers

Thomas Lau

Science Teacher, Baldwin Park USD

Have been teaching for 15+ years at Baldwin Park USD. Work with all level of students from Elementary to High School. I have worked on Math and Science Curriculum for the school district. Always actively searching for proven methods to increase student learning and then share them... Read More →

W. Travis Nelson

C.T.I. Coach, Holland Middle School

I am interested in hearing about how people are utilizing Google Classroom to improve their teaching practice, run station rotations, and applying John Hattie's research to classroom activities. I loved the book "Rethinking Grading" by Cathy Vatterott. I also interested in learning... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Ventura

Workshop

Grade Level 5-11, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:30pm PDT

Understanding the World with Scientific Computing

Discover how scientists are pioneering exciting computational tools today that will be the future of science tomorrow. Explore several large challenging scientific questions across domains from geophysics to neuroscience and how these challenges incorporate simulation, visualization, and analytics. Gain insight into current and future trends that may be useful for the scientists of tomorrow.

Speakers

Emmett McQuinn

Software Engineer, IBM Research - Almaden

Saturday October 26, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Catalina Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Focus Speaker

Grade Level All Grade Levels, K-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:30pm PDT

Beyond the Summary

Common Core, Science, ELA! Come gather six over-arching projects covering Common Core and Science standards. Projects can be adapted for units, unit components, differentiated instruction, ELL’s, advanced students, etc. Leave the workshop with concrete ideas to implement on Monday. Grades 2-9

Speakers

Karren Krosby

Teacher, Roosevelt Elementary School

Saturday October 26, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level Elementary, Middle School-Jr. High, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 2-9, Primary, High School
Emphasis Literacy-EL
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:30pm PDT

Let the iPad Tell a Science (Digital) Story!

Attendees will learn to use the iPad for crafting science digital stories with popular video-editing apps while promoting science writing and visual literacy skills. Samples, live demonstration and resources provided.
Grades 4-10

Link to Handouts: https://dsinscience.wikispaces.com/

Speakers

Roger Pence

Science Teacher, Benicia Middle School

I am convinced that visual literacy and creativity have a potentially transformative place in student learning. Through the creation and presentation of student-generated digital content, students can showcase and guide their own discovery, as well as hone useful 21st century skills... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, TECH

Grade Level 4-10, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Emphasis Technology
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:30pm PDT

Marsbound! Mission to the Red Planet!

Rover or lander? The collaborative choices start here! Student teams must balance a budget, mass units, power units, and science return points in this realistic mission! Very little prep time required for a great return!
Grades 5-12

Speakers

Sandra Kaszynski

Educator, Aerospace Education Specialist, AESP NASA/JPL

Saturday October 26, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Grade Level 5-12, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Technology
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:30pm PDT

NGSS: The Basics

Speakers

Phil Lafontaine

Director Professional Learning and Support Division California Department of Education

Saturday October 26, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Pasadena Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, K, K-12, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:30pm PDT

Power of Discovery: STEM2 Out-of-School Time Initiative

The Power of Discovery: STEM2 initiative focuses on the implementation of a statewide system to support STEM learning opportunities during out-of-school time (OST). The initiative seeks to increase STEM learning in OST and increase student interest and engagement in STEM.
PreK-12

Speakers

Jeff Davis

Program Director, STEM in OST Programs, California Afterschool Network

Saturday October 26, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite E

Workshop, STEM

Grade Level All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, PreK, Primary, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, PreK-12
Emphasis Informal Science
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:30pm PDT

Promoting Workforce Development in STEM During Middle School

Learn how students are engaged in learning about STEM careers related to the topics they are studying in science. Digital resources, activities and strategies will be shared. Proven lesson designs used in the NSF funded CyberQUEST and iQUEST projects will be shared by classroom middle school teachers. Grades 5-10

Speakers

Katherine Hayden

Professor, CSU San Marcos

I work with teachers to identify interactive ways to integrate technology to support student learning. Grants include QUEST CT, CyberQUEST, iQUEST and ACT. I am currently working in the following areas: STEM, Computational Thinking, and virtual learning.

Donna Markey

Science Teacher, Vista Magnet Middle School

Saturday October 26, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Palm Springs USD, Tech Room B

Workshop

Grade Level 5-10, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Middle School-Jr. High, High School
Emphasis Technology
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

1:00pm PDT

SC12: Using Language Processes to Understand Physical Processes

We'll unpack a discrepant event and journey through the complex processes of building explanations and engaging in argumentation. Explore ways to accelerate student learning through hands-on investigations and literacy strategies that promote science content learning and academic language development. Grades 4-8 Ticket $30

Speakers

Claudio Vargas

Director Bay Area Science Project, UC Berkeley

Diana Velez

Professional Learning and Curriculum Specialist, UC Berkeley

Saturday October 26, 2013 1:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Pueblo 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Short Course, New Teacher PD Strand

Grade Level 4, 4-8, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8, Elementary
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $30

1:30pm PDT

Exhibit Hall - Last Chance and Door Prize Drawings!

This is the last hour and a half of the exhibit hall. Take advantage of the opportunity to grab a late lunch from the concession stand, buy those last minute items, and listen for your name to be called during the door prize drawings. Remember you must be present to win!
Click here to view a current floor plan of all exhibitors.

Saturday October 26, 2013 1:30pm - 3:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Oasis 1 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Exhibit Hall

Grade Level All Grade Levels, PreK, PreK-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

2:00pm PDT

FINESSE #3 Wind Farm Field Experience

Participants will travel to local wind farms to learn about wind energy, wind technology and the unique features that make the Palm Springs area a locus for wind and alternative energy production. This field experience will be tied to the content of FINESSE #2. FINESSE #3 is only open to participants of FINESSE #2 who have registered for the four workshop sequence.

Link to Handouts:
https://sites.google.com/site/presentationspomeroy/ca-science-ed-2013

Saturday October 26, 2013 2:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
Offsite Field Course - Bus Departs Palm Springs Convention Center 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

FINESSE Workshop

Grade Level 13+, 5-13+, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price This field experience will be tied to the content of FINESSE #2. FINESSE #3 is only open to participants of FINESSE #2 who have registered for the four workshop sequence.

3:00pm PDT

Astronomy on the Lawn: Gibbous Planet Venus

Speakers

Robert Victor

Staff Astronomer (retired), Abrams Planetarium, Mich St Univ

Saturday October 26, 2013 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, East Lawn 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Outdoor Astronomy Events

Grade Level 1, 2, 13+, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 9, 10, 11, 12
Track Earth-Space Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

3:15pm PDT

What Is Nanoscience and What Can We Do with It?

Nanoscience is at the basis of the enabling technology of the 21st century. This involves all academic disciplines as well as impacting electronics, energy, medicine, and all the future innovative technological applications. Be introduced to emerging research and applications of nanoscience and its fundamental link to a more in-depth K-12 science education.

Link to Handouts

Speakers

Maria Simani

Saturday October 26, 2013 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Catalina Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Focus Speaker

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-13+, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration
Tags Technology

3:15pm PDT

Allow Students to Tinker - Zoetropes and Olde Tyme Animation

Can kids today make anything that doesn't come in a kit? Teach students science by creating old fashioned Zoetropes. Encourage students to create animation strips to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of scientific concepts. Grades 5-12

Speakers

Brian Miller

Science Educator, Immaculate Heart High School

Thirty-three years in science education, currently at Immaculate Heart High School. I have taught Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Anatomy, Environmental Sceince, Health, Algebra and Geometry at Bishop Amat, La Salle and Saint Paul High Schools. I am a national presenter on "Flipping... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Grade Level 5-12, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Assessment
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

3:15pm PDT

An Innovative Alternative to the 'Typical' Science Fair

Wouldn't you love to host a STEM focused event to which EVERYONE looks forward? We will share ideas, resources and strategies gleaned from our successful three year run to get you started. At STEMexpo.org you can get a conceptual idea. Grades 4-12

Link to Handouts:

Steps to a STEM Expo Science Fair (.pptx, ~3MB)

Speakers

Eric Bull

Associate Professor, Education, William Jessup University

I'm all about K-8 education and finding out how to get kids passionate about learning. One vehicle I use is innovative and alternative pathways to teach/pursue science concepts. Hence, the beginning of the Placer County STEM Expo which encourages creative perspectives when trying... Read More →

Thomas Toy

Science Teacher, Twelve Bridges Elementary School

Saturday October 26, 2013 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, STEM

Grade Level 4-12, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis STEM Careers-Workforce
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

3:15pm PDT

Getting Your Students to Construct Explanations in Science: The Integration

This session provides strategies for teachers to adapt existing readings, activities, and investigation in science curriculum to provide students with opportunities to engage in scientific explanation and to provide content scaffolds to improve their student’s ability to construct scientific explanations.

Speakers

Sara Dozier

Sue Lemke

Fremont USD

Saturday October 26, 2013 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8, 5-8, Intermediate, Elementary
Emphasis Literacy-EL
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

3:15pm PDT

More Than Memorizing: Engaging Students in the Practices of Science

Science is much more that definitions and formulas—it’s about asking questions, planning investigations, constructing explanations and using evidence. Discover ways to engage students in these practices of science (from the NGSS) using basic physical science concepts and student-centered activities. Grades 4-9

Links to Handouts:

Engaging Students in Science Practices (.pdf, ~2MB)
Juicy Cards
De-Cookbook this Lab - Density

Speakers

James Kisiel

Associate Professor, CSU Long Beach

Saturday October 26, 2013 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite E

Workshop, NGSS

Grade Level 4-9, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

3:15pm PDT

Recording Your Acoustical Environment

The workshop provides activities and guiding principles to deepen K-5 students’ understanding sounds and the impact they have on an ecosystem. With technology, students can record sounds as a way to collect data and learn about their acoustical environment.

Speakers

Sarah Delaney

Program Administrator - STEM, San Francisco Unified School District

Sarah manages SFUSD’s Science team in the Office of Curriculum & Instruction. She leads the team’s work to transition to the Next Generation Science Standards content and practices for K-12 science education in the district. Sarah's experience includes six years as a middle school... Read More →

Saturday October 26, 2013 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite G 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary, TECH

Host Organization KQED
Grade Level 3, 3-6, 4, Elementary, 5, 6, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Informal Science
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

3:15pm PDT

Rocking Around the Rock Cycle

Do you have a small set of rocks and don't know how to use them in the classroom? During this workshop, we will do a simple activity that helps students understand the rock cycle using those rocks. Grades 4-12

Speakers

Debra Bereki

PhD Candidate, Gold Coast Science Network

Saturday October 26, 2013 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree A

Workshop

Grade Level 4-12, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Elementary, Middle School-Jr. High, High School
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Earth-Space Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

3:15pm PDT

Student Notebooks: A Tool for Thinking in the Age of Common Core and NGSS

Simplifying Science Notebooks: Come learn about the “Essences” of a sense making science notebooks and how you can move from teacher to student driven while addressing NGSS and supporting Common Core. Resources provided. Grades PreK-13+

Speakers

Heather Glanz

GATE Teacher, Rio Seco School

Dave Tupper

Noyce Master Teacher Fellow (MTF), San Diego State University

Saturday October 26, 2013 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS, NGSS

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level 1, 13+, 2, 3, 4, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, K-13+
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:35pm PDT

Asking Questions in Science: Guiding Students’ Curiosity and Understanding

This session focuses on encouraging students to ask testable questions that can be investigated in the classroom. Participants will learn pedagogical strategies that support student-generated questions and explore how asking meaningful questions can lead to deeper understanding of scientific concepts. Grades 2-5

Workshop Handouts:

Speakers

Emily Gibson

Teacher Educator & Instructional Coach, California Academy of Sciences

Teacher Educator & Instructional Coach

Briana McCarthy

Teacher Educator and Instructional Coach, California Academy of Sciences

Saturday October 26, 2013 4:35pm - 5:35pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite E

Workshop, Elementary

Grade Level 2-5, Elementary, Intermediate, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:35pm PDT

Engaging Learners in Science Through Visualizations, Simulations, and Digital Resources

Learn how students are engaged in learning science through digital resources and tools. Proven lessons used in the NSF funded CyberQUEST and iQUEST projects will be shared by classroom middle school teachers. Grades 5-10.

Speakers

Katherine Hayden

Professor, CSU San Marcos

Saturday October 26, 2013 4:35pm - 5:35pm PDT
Palm Springs USD, Tech Room B

Workshop, TECH

Grade Level 5-10, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Middle School-Jr. High, High School
Emphasis Technology
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:35pm PDT

Issues of Small Science Organizations

This meeting is for leaders of science organizations to meet and discuss their issues. Representatives of CSTA Chapters or those interested in starting an organization are welcomed. Grades PreK-13+

Speakers

Debra Bereki

PhD Candidate, Gold Coast Science Network

Saturday October 26, 2013 4:35pm - 5:35pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite A 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, PreK, PreK-13+, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:35pm PDT

NGSS in the Classroom: Connecting Inquiry Science to the New Standards

Hearing a lot about the Next Generations Science Standards? Scared? Excited? Confused? Join us as we engage in an inquiry-based activity that will shed light on NGSS. Experience NGSS through the eyes of a teacher planning and evaluating a lesson.

Links to Handouts:

PowerPoint Presentation (.ppt)

Speakers

Christine Bouma

Weaver Elementary School

Susan Gomez-Zwiep

Department of Science Education, CSU Long Beach - K-12 Alliance

Saturday October 26, 2013 4:35pm - 5:35pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, New Teacher PD Strand, NGSS

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-13+, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:35pm PDT

Taking Physics on the Road!

In this workshop we will share our approach to a physics pedagogy and outreach course at Fresno State. Students in this service learning course design and present demonstrations of physics principles to learners in K-12 schools and community groups. Groups K-13+

Speakers

Frederick Nelson

Principal Investigator/Co- PI;STEM Education Faculty, California State University, Fresno

I am coordinating events for Noyce scholars and recent alums to develop professional networks through a couple of exciting events: the Science and Math Conference Proposal Workshop and the Western regional Noyce Network Gatherings at the California Science Education Conference and... Read More →

Donald Williams

California State University, Fresno

Saturday October 26, 2013 4:35pm - 5:35pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Grade Level K-13+, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, All Grade Levels, Primary, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Preservice Teacher Education
Track Physical Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

4:35pm PDT

Toys In Space

Teach the concept of gravity the easy way! Have groups of students study the physics of how their toy works in Earth's gravity and then watch a video of astronauts using the same toy on the International Space Station!
Grades 2-8

Speakers

Sandra Kaszynski

Educator, Aerospace Education Specialist, AESP NASA/JPL

Saturday October 26, 2013 4:35pm - 5:35pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Grade Level 2-8, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Primary, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, Elementary
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Physics
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

7:00pm PDT

Evening Star Party - Both Indoors and Out!

Join us for a beautiful evening under the starry desert skies! Head outdoors to see the stars
for yourself through high-powered telescopes and binoculars provided by the Astronomical
Society of the Desert. When you’ve finished stargazing, you can head back indoors to
explore a STARLAB Portable Planetarium, where you’ll see the night sky devoid of any light
pollution. You can also learn how to make your own inflatable planetarium for your classroom,
presented by Maureen Allen of the Orange County Office of Education. The finished
project is large enough to seat 35-40 children and costs less than $35 to make! This event is
included with your registration. CSTA requests that you RSVP with your registration.

Just added to the Stargazing Party:
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Invasion of the Cognitive Scientists - into Astronomy

Stephanie J. Slater, Ph.D., Research Professor Capital College Department of Engineering and Executive Director of CAPER Center for Astronomy & Physics Education Research

Given the innately captivating nature of astronomy – alien planet landscapes, exploding stars, black holes hidden within galaxies, and speeding space probes – teachers are often surprised at how challenging it is to convert astronomy from a lecture-dominated descriptive class to a scientific inquiry-oriented one as called for in the NGSS. Fortunately, recent advances in cognitive science offer new pathways for teaching astronomy through inquiry. Dr. Slater will illustrate how a scaffolding approach dramatically enhances students’ ability to do scientific inquiry in astronomy and improve their conceptual understanding of science.

Speakers

Maureen Allen

Science Consultant, Orange County Dept. of Education

Stephanie Slater

Research Professor Capital College Department of Engineering and Executive Director of CAPER Center for Astronomy & Physics Education Research

Saturday October 26, 2013 7:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, East Lawn 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Evening Event Outdoor Astronomy Events

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

7:30am PDT

Continental Breakfast, Sponsored by Chevron

Gather with colleagues and get a good start to your day! Chevron will host a continental breakfast before the closing keynote speaker. Take this time to plan your Sunday, grab contact information from colleagues, and get a cup of coffee and a bowl of oatmeal before heading into the Closing Session.

Sponsored by Chevron

Sponsors

Chevron

Sunday October 27, 2013 7:30am - 8:00am PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, Ballroom Foyer 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Meal Event

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

8:00am PDT

Closing Session and Keynote Address

How will the combination of a booming global population and global warming change the world? Which countries will struggle, and which will prosper? Laurence Smith believes the North is set for major gains. In his talk, Smith will outline the changes that our world will face in the next 50 years, both geologically and societally.

Sponsored by Chevron

Speakers

Laurence Smith

Climate Scientist and Professor, and Author of The World in 2050.

Sponsors

Chevron

Sunday October 27, 2013 8:00am - 9:15am PDT
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, California Ballroom 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262

General Session

Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, K, PreK, PreK-13+, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:20am PDT

From Snowfall to Outfall: City Infrastructure as a Teaching Tool for the Next Generation

This workshop explores how K-12 science teachers can provide students with hand-on experiences and expose them to science careers through the “living laboratory” of public water, power, and sewer infrastructure. Based on educational initiatives of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission.

Link to Handout

Speakers

Chandra Johnson

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission

Sunday October 27, 2013 9:20am - 10:20am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite E

Workshop

Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-12, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track Engineering
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:20am PDT

Implementing the Next Generation Science Standards in the Classroom: Start from Where You Are

This workshop intends to build awareness and capacity of teachers to implement effectively the new Science Framework dimensions to better prepare all students with a 21st century science education. Grades K-12

Link to Handouts (on Google Drive)

Speakers

Maria Simani

Sunday October 27, 2013 9:20am - 10:20am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-12, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:20am PDT

Solar System and the Periodic Table

Take a ride through the solar system using the periodic table as the basis for understanding! Learn to love the periodic table and understand how it makes our everyday lives and the adventures of the future possible!
Grades 3-5

Speakers

Sandra Kaszynski

Educator, Aerospace Education Specialist, AESP NASA/JPL

Sunday October 27, 2013 9:20am - 10:20am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite D 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary

Grade Level 3-5, Elementary, Intermediate, 3, 4, 5
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:20am PDT

Student Notebooks: From a Place to Keep Records to a Tool for Student Thinking in the Age of Common Core and NGSS

Student Notebooks: Are notebooks a tool for thinking or a tool for producing copies of science experiences? Learn a K-12 Alliance process for teacher self-reflection to analyze personal practice for opportunities that encourage students to become independent communicators in notebooks. Grades K-8

Click here for workshop PowerPoint.

Speakers

Karen Cerwin

Regional Director, K-12 Alliance/WestEd

Regional DirectorK-12 Alliance/WestEd

Sunday October 27, 2013 9:20am - 10:20am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS, Elementary

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level 1, Elementary, Intermediate, K, K-8, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:20am PDT

Teach It in 3D

Discover how to use 3D models to teach hard to understand concepts in Earth Sciences. Participants will complete a 3D model that they can use in their classes, come away with additional models to copy and ideas for lessons.

Speakers

Dara DeVicariis

Science Teacher, CJUSD

Sunday October 27, 2013 9:20am - 10:20am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite F 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop

Grade Level 4-13+, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13+, Intermediate, Elementary, High School, Middle School-Jr. High
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

9:20am PDT

FINESSE #4 Re-Designing Your Curriculum Using NGSS and “Understanding by Design”

In this capstone workshop, participants will explore the NGSS both for content (DCI) and Science and Engineering Practices as the guiding principals for redesigning their existing curriculum. Participants will collaborate on revisions to traditional activities and instruction, and develop their own activities to meet the Performance Expectations described in the NGSS. Particular emphasis will be placed on developing instructional strategies that address the specific learning needs of students who have traditionally been underserved by the current instructional landscape.

Link to Handouts:

https://sites.google.com/site/presentationspomeroy/ca-science-ed-2013

Speakers

Stork

University of Dubuque

Sunday October 27, 2013 9:20am - 12:20pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Smoketree B 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

FINESSE Workshop

Grade Level 13+, 5-13+, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, Middle School-Jr. High, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Included with Registration? Ticket Required
Ticket Price $10 or all 4 FINESSE workshops for $45

10:40am PDT

Engineering Is Elementary: Submersibles

Experience the highlights of the Engineering is Elementary (EiE) unit: Submersibles. Use the engineering design process: ask, imagine, plan, create, and improve as you build submersibles that actually retrieve items from the bottom of a model "sea".

Speakers

Jo Topps

Regional Director, K12 Alliance

Sunday October 27, 2013 10:40am - 11:40am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite H 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary

Host Organization K-12A
Grade Level Intermediate, 4, 5, 4-5, Elementary
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Engineering
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

10:40am PDT

Flip Your Classroom! Uniting Science Classrooms and the Common Core with Flipped Teaching

Flip Your Classroom! Flipped teaching is a new trend that brings many powerful benefits to the science classroom. This session will focus on the benefits and best practices of flipped instruction as well as the nuts and bolts of implementation.

Link to Handouts: http://goo.gl/t9aeWr

Speakers

Jen Alcazar

Co-Director, UC Irvine Science Education Program

Sunday October 27, 2013 10:40am - 11:40am PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, CCSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level 1, 13+, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, Middle School-Jr. High, PreK, PreK-13+, Primary, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:00pm PDT

Connect Science Content with the NGSS Crosscutting Concepts

Participants will explore the NGSS crosscutting concepts as they relate to a hands-on activity, and use critical questions and a set of symbols to help make the connections with students.

Speakers

Peter A'Hearn

K-12 Science Specialist, Palm Springs USD

Sunday October 27, 2013 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite E

Workshop, NGSS

Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, K, K-12, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Track Cross-Disciplinary
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:00pm PDT

Giving Students Ownership by Helping Them Construct Their Own Scientific Explanations

This session focuses on empowering students to learn scientific concepts through constructing their own explanations, an essential NRC Framework practice. Participants will learn strategies to guide observation and small group discussion that allow for deeper student understanding. Grades 2-5

Links to Handouts:

Handout
Constructing Explanations - Shrimp (9MB, .pdf)
Shrimp Reading

Speakers

Emily Gibson

Teacher Educator & Instructional Coach, California Academy of Sciences

Teacher Educator & Instructional Coach

Briana McCarthy

Teacher Educator and Instructional Coach, California Academy of Sciences

Sunday October 27, 2013 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite F 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, Elementary, NGSS

Grade Level 2-5, Elementary, Intermediate, Primary, 2, 3, 4, 5
Emphasis Pedagogy-I&E
Track Life Science
Included with Registration? Included with Registration

12:00pm PDT

Lesson Study As a Vehicle to Integrate Next Generation Science Practices into the Classroom

Teachers will discuss how they utilize lesson study as a means to a collaborative community of practice. Lessons and strategies uncovered through the lesson study process that facilitate use of the science practices will be shared. Grades K-12

Links to Handouts:

Speakers

Christine Lee

Postdoctoral Researcher, CSU East Bay

Ai Vu

Alameda County Office of Education

Sunday October 27, 2013 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Palm Springs Convention Center, Mesquite C 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, CA 92262

Workshop, NGSS

Host Organization CSP
Grade Level 1, All Grade Levels, Elementary, High School, Intermediate, K, K-12, Middle School-Jr. High, Primary, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Emphasis Science Leadership
Track STEM
Included with Registration? Included with Registration