Kids Teaching Kids CSC November 20, 2015

Introductions Nadene Klein (the initiator) currently Professional Learning Specialist at Rocky Heights Middle School in Highlands Ranch,CO. Formerly 8th grade science teacher and department chair. Meredith Tinkham (the newbie) 8th grade Physical Science teacher and Department Chair at Cimarron Middle School in Parker, CO. Hector Diaz (the doubter) 8th grade Physical Science teacher at Cimarron Middle School in Parker, CO.

WHAT is Science Squad and WHY should you do it? Teaching someone else is a way for students to show their highest level of understanding. ●It is a quality summative assessment that fits the PBL model. ●It is a highly engaging project for the end of the school year.

Demonstration Here’s a demonstration of what Science Squad is like. We need you to play the role of the 3rd graders. HOVERCRAFT OUR VIDEO

Coaching the 8th Graders ●Choosing Partners ●Choosing Topics ●Research/Work Cited ●Peer Review (before presenting to class) ●Dress Code ●PBL

Paperwork Given to Students Science Squad Student Documents

Logistics Behind the Scenes Get on Master Calendar and reserve facilities needed. Coordinate with your authentic audience.Coordinate with your authentic audience Floor plans and logistics for student set-up. Coordinate parent volunteers. Recruit Ambassadors.

Extensions and Remediation Rube Goldberg for GT studentsRube Goldberg for GT students with RubricRubric Accommodations for special ed, ELLs, etc.

Closure This presentation is on the Conference Website. QUESTIONS??? We would love to have your feedback on how successful YOUR Science Squad is!