MDCPS Elementary Science Science Summer Symposium 2013 Grade 4 Ms. Keisha Kidd, CSS Millard Lightburn, Ph.D. Supervisor Day 3 Department of Mathematics and Science Office of Academics and Transformation

Day Three Agenda Welcome back / Day Two Reflections Hands-on Activity (Interdependence) Hands-on Activity (Flow of Energy) LUNCH Article: The Art of Argumentation Hands-on Activity (Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants and Life Cycles of Plants and Animals) Hands-on Activity (Objects in Motion) Writing in Science Science Classroom Suggested Tips Presentation: 5 E’s Lesson Plan Announcements 3-2-1 Reflection

Big Idea 17: Interdependence (Hands on Activity)

The Art of Argumentation Article The Art of Argumentation

15 min. Break

Big Idea 17: Interdependence Flow of Energy SC.4.L.17.3 (Annually Assessed) (Hands on Activity)

LUNCH

Writing in Science

Big Idea 16: Heredity and Reproduction Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants and Life Cycles of Plants and Animals (Hands on Activity) Department of Mathematics and Science

15 min. Break

Big Idea 12: Motion of Objects Objects in Motion SC.4.P.12.1 SC.4.P.12.2 (Hands on Activity)

Good Science Instruction Effective Planning (with the end in mind) Implement a routine of inquiry based, hands-on activities relevant to the objectives of the topic. Develop Higher-Order Questioning Strategies using Explicit-Reflective instruction to enhance student thinking Facilitate, encourage, and expect Higher Order Thinking (HOT) from your students Encourage students to communicate verbally and in writing 1. Effective Planning (with the end in Mind) – Know your objectives, what is the purpose of the lesson 2. Implement a routine of inquiry based, hands-on activities relevant to the objectives of the course – The 5 E Model 3. Develop High Order Questioning Skills - 4. Facilitate, Encourage, and Expect High Order Thinking from your students - 5. Encourage students to Communicate about what they learn using various methods - Writing

Good Science Instruction (Cont……) Discovering answers through systematic observations Asking questions about our surroundings Applying models to formulate solutions to questions Learning to make systematic observations in order to formulate answers to events that occur in our surrounding Department of Mathematics and Science

What Should a Science Classroom Look Like? Students engaged in inquiry Students doing hands-on activities Students thinking and writing critically Students’ science work displayed Infusion of literacy Incorporation of Technology Most importantly: Students doing science & communicating the outcomes in all grades (K-5)! Department of Mathematics and Science

Essentials for a Successful Science Class Textbook, Notebook (Journal) Pacing Guide & Focus Calendar computers Supplemental Resources Internet Access Common Grade Level Planning Gizmos, PBS, Discovery Hands-on Materials & Measurement Tools 5 E’s Lesson Plan LCD digital projector Designated School Science Leader Department of Mathematics and Science

Follow Up Assignment Due Share Five E’s Lesson Plan Department of Mathematics and Science

Reflect on Session Outcomes Participants can: Access science instructional resources to support science teaching and learning Identify effective instructional strategies to integrate technology and cross-curricula Implement best science instructional practices Plan and model scientific thinking through hands on investigations Enhance science interaction between students Provide differentiated instruction in science

SAVE the Date: October 24 -26, 2013 Florida Association of Science Teachers Conference 2013 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Miami Airport Convention Center October 24-26, 2013 Join the magical experience of learning new science curriculum and methods while gaining new resources and skills that will spark magic in your teaching. Go to https://sites.google.com/site/dcstaonline/stem-conference

Thank You Guest Co-Facilitators Grade 4: Session A Ms. Sandra Valenzuela (R.R. Moton ES – Science Coach) Session B Ms. Jessica Hernandez (North Hialeah ES – Gr. 4 Teacher/Science Leader)

Department of Mathematics and Science Science Department Department of Mathematics and Science Office of Academics and Transformation Dr. Ava Rosales, Executive Director - Science Elementary Middle School High School Dr. Millard Lightburn, District Supervisor Ms. Yoly McCarthy, Instructional Supervisor Mr. Sebastian Oddone, Ms. Mary Tweedy, Curriculum Support Specialist Mr. Kirk Nieveen, Curriculum Support Specialist TBA, Ms. Keisha Kidd, Ms. Mildred Farber District Administrative Assistant Phone: (305)995-1939

How did we integrate Common Core in science? 3-2-1 Reflection Slip How did we integrate Common Core in science? 3-2-1 Reflection

3-2-1 Reflection/Follow up Facilitators: Keisha Kidd Include: Name, ID #, PD Site

Have a wonderful summer!