Network of New Math and Science Teachers January 19, 2012 Facilitated by the P-12 Math and Science Outreach Unit of PIMSER at the University of Kentucky P-12 Math & Science Outreach

Your facilitators Terry Parkey – P12MSOU Regional Teacher Partner Susan Mayo – P12MSOU Regional Teacher Partner P-12 Mathematics and Science Outreach of PIMSER

Important Reminder… Sign in at all meetings If you leave early please note that on the sign in sheet under comments

4 Group Norms Everyone contributes We will actively listen for understanding P-12 Mathematics and Science Outreach of PIMSER

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NNMST Year 3 - Goal for this year Design a strategic unit that will improve instruction and engage students in meaningful learning. P-12 Mathematics and Science Outreach of PIMSER

Today’s journey… Book Study: Drive Math & Science breakout sessions Unit development

Drive Chapter 4 “Autonomy” This era doesn't call for better management. It calls for a renaissance of self-direction (Pink, 2009)

Drive Chapter 4 “Autonomy” Review your Chapter 4 Reading guide and read the summary of chapter 4 on page 207 in Drive. At your table, discuss the questions on the handout. Complete the Reflection – Be prepared to share

Drive Chapter 4 “Autonomy” As you think about your own best work, what aspect of autonomy has been most important to you? – Autonomy over what you do (task)? – when you do it (time)? – how you do it (technique)? – with whom you do it (team)? – Why? How much autonomy do you have at work right now? Is that enough?

Drive Chapter 4 “Autonomy” Would initiatives like FedEx Days, 20 percent time, and ROWE work in your district/school/classroom? – Why or why not?

Drive Chapter 4 “Autonomy” What are one or two other ideas that would bring out more autonomy and Type I behavior in your district/school/classroom?

Next Meeting Prep Read chapters 5 and 6 in Drive. Please complete the reading guide.

Unit Progress, Reflections, and Work time Examine your unit and complete the “Unit of Study” reflection sheet.

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Unit Progress, Reflections, and Work time Complete/revise unit.

February Meeting Meeting date: February 16, 2012 Complete all aspects of unit – Bring to meeting for feedback Read Ch. 5 and 6 in Drive – Complete reading guide – Be prepared to share and discuss