LIVE INTERACTIVE YOUR DESKTOP August 7, :30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Eastern time NSTA Learning Center: Enhance Your Content Knowledge with Science Objects Presented by: Flavio Mendez Title slide

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LIVE INTERACTIVE YOUR DESKTOP Begin recording—title slide August 7, 2012 NSTA Learning Center: Enhance Your Content Knowledge with Science Objects Presented by: Flavio Mendez

The US Department of Education has declared August 2012 Connected Educator Month (CEM), aimed at broadening and deepening educator participation in online communities and networks while providing opportunities for education leaders to work together to move the field forward. CEM will be celebrated with four-plus weeks of online events and activities, including forums, web seminars, guided tours, open houses, contests, badges, and more.

Agenda Science Objects defined Guest presenter shares examples Adding Science Objects to your Library Learning Center Overview and more free resources!

Free, self-directed learning experiences Take about 2 hours to complete Based on science education standards Ninety-one (91) currently available

Have you used a science object? YesNoMaybe I will after today

Those who have used science objects, why did you use them? A. To review a concept I knew but had forgotten B. To learn a concept for the first time C. As a tool to teach my students in the classroom D. Other (please share your answers in the chat window)

Why did you use a science object? A. To review a concept I knew but had forgotten B. To learn a concept for the first time C. As a tool to teach my students in the classroom D. Other (please share your answers in the chat window)

Elements of the Science Object Videos/photographs simulations Slide shows illustrations Assessment preconceptions boxes hands on activities Glossary

Earth and SpacePhysicalLife Earth, Sun, and Moon Gravity and Orbits The Solar System The Universe Weather and Climate Rocks Plate Tectonics Earth’s Changing Surface Force and Motion Energy Nature of Light Chemical Reactions Electric and Magnetic Forces Atomic Structure Explaining Matter with Elements, Atoms, and Molecules Cell Structure and Function Coral Reef Ecosystems Science of Food Safety Resources and Human Impact Nutrition Cell Division and Differentiation Cells and Chemical Reactions Flow of Matter and Energy in Ecosystems Interdependence of Life Science Objects are available in these topics

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Using Science Objects

Introducing Arlene Jurewicz Leighton 30 years in schools  Preschool Teacher  Special Education Teacher  Middle School Science Teacher  Technology in Schools Trainer  8 years with Jason Academy/NG  Online Science Course Instructor  Trainer and Curriculum Developer  Senior Instructor for Science Education Courses  Mentor/ Facilitator eMSS /New Teacher Center  Analyst and Reviewer for Educational Media  Learning Center Online Advisor

This science object provides an understanding of the moon’s orbit around Earth and the phases of the moon as experienced from Earth’s surface. Science Object: Motion of the Moon

The previous animation is followed immediately by questions to test your understanding of the concepts – instant formative assessment

“This was a fantastic review of material for me and great to use some of the animations and photos with classes. I especially liked the animation in which you could click on a day and see which phase the moon would look like from Earth perspective. I liked the little ‘quizzes’ and checks embedded within the program rather than having a quiz at the very end of the material. I felt comfortable with the level of learning--I did not feel spoken down to or not able to understand the reading. Excellent resource.” Bort, N.

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Add free Science Objects to your “Library”

See All Science Objects or Display Science Objects by Subject Area

Add a Science Object to Library

Using Science Objects

This science object provides a conceptual and real-world understanding of the different types of energy. All forms of energy can be broadly classified as one or a combination of two kinds: kinetic energy and potential energy. Other kinds of energy include gravitational, thermal, and chemical. Science Object: Different Kinds of Energy

Energy SciGuide

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Learning Center Overview

What’s free in the LC? LC account (you DO NOT need to be a member of NSTA to create one!) Over 3,200 resources Science Objects Web Seminars (live, archives, and podcasts) Journal Articles E-Book chapters Symposia Archives External Resources (NASA) All PD tools All public collections All public community forums

How do you find the resources?

Use the Advanced Search to find the resources

My Library

Add other free resources to your “Library”

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Learning Center Community Join the conversation

“I am finding the Learning Center community forums very helpful. People are really coming forward with suggestions, articles, etc. You can also get help for a very specific topic in a timely fashion.” A Teacher’s Testimonial

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Community Forums (asynchronous)

Community ActivitiesExamples Problem-Solving“Can anybody help me with…” Requests for Information “Does anybody know where I might find…” Seeking Experience“Has anybody ever…” Discussing Developments “What do you think of the new policy regarding…” Documentation Projects“Here is a copy of the latest revised form to help us…” Mapping Knowledge and Identifying Gaps “Who knows what? What are we missing? Who else might be able to help us?” Community members improve their practice through a variety of activities… 58

A Critical Piece of the Blended Learning Solution Self-Directed Access 3,200+ resources Free tools to help teachers organize, personalize, and document their learning growth over time. Immediate free access to online advisors and colleagues through chat and discussion

Thank you for attending tonight…about your free SciPack

3-5 Science Objects Content Mentor Support Pedagogical Implications Assessment and Certification SciPack 10-Hour, self- directed, learning experience

Thank You Flavio Mendez

Thank you to the sponsor of tonight's Web Seminar: This web seminar contains information about programs, products, and services offered by third parties, as well as links to third-party websites. The presence of a listing or such information does not constitute an endorsement by NSTA of a particular company or organization, or its programs, products, or services. Thank you to the sponsor of tonight’s web seminar

Reminder to visit the NSTA Learning Center

National Science Teachers Association Gerry Wheeler, Interim Executive Director Zipporah Miller, Associate Executive Director, Conferences and Programs Al Byers, Ph.D., Assistant Executive Director, e-Learning and Government Partnerships LIVE INTERACTIVE YOUR DESKTOP NSTA Web Seminars Paul Tingler, Director Jeff Layman, Technical Coordinator Brynn Slate, Program Coordinator Thank you to NSTA administration

August 22, 2012 Developing Large Scale Effective Teacher Learning Communities at NSTA September 12, 2012 What is ExploraVision and How Can I Use It? September 20, 2012 Developing a Competitive Application for the Shell Science Lab Challenge Upcoming web seminars

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Web Seminar Evaluation: Click on the URL located on the Chat Window Evaluation

Q and A with the Presenter Final Q and A