Miami-Dade County Public Schools Department of Science Middle Grades Science STEMposium: “The Future is Now” Synergy at Miami Jackson Senior High July 2015 Curriculum Support Specialists: Ms. Wendy Forteza Mr. Dane Jaber Ms. Cristina Madrigal Instructional Supervisors: Ms. Melissa Martinez Ms. Yoly McCarthy Dr. Ava D. Rosales, Executive Director

Synergy Science Agenda Introduction / Ice Breaker / Learning Methodologies Engineering Activity – “Boat Challenge” Defining STEM / Elements of a STEM-Centered Classroom Closure Questions / Review of Science Resources Department of Science

Session Objectives Participants will be able to: Identify effective learning methodologies and rigor Utilize the engineering cycle to solve real world problems Create digital presentations to communicate experimental results and conclusions Identify STEM practices that can implemented at their school sites Access district created science and STEM resources Department of Science

Ice Breaker Observation – Video Camera Protocol Modified Each participant will view the same event and record their observations Participants will share their observations The group will examine how the observations were similar and different Department of Science

Learning Methodologies In your groups: 1.Designate an observer and a recorder. 2.The observer will make as many observations about your mystery object as they can. 3.The recorder will record all the observations the observer reports to them. 4.After 5 minutes all groups will share out their observations. Department of Science

Project Based STEM Activity #1– Q1 Boat Challenge Department of Science

Problem Your company wants to be hired to transport building materials from Miami Beach to Fisher Island at the lowest possible cost. Cost of fuel is very expensive and storage is an issue. Your team has been asked to construct the most energy efficient boat possible. Expected Task Build a boat that can hold the most mass without sinking according to a certain budget. Project Based STEM Activity #1– Q1 Boat Challenge

Department of Science Criteria -Costs: 1cm 2 of foil= $10 1 cm of masking tape= $100 1 plastic straw= $500 -Each group should consist of 3-4 students Constraints Maximum Budget for construction materials $5,000 Project Based STEM Activity #1– Q1 Boat Challenge

Department of Science Materials Plastic tub, washers (may substitute with paper clips, plastic cubes or any standard weight), ruler, electronic scale or triple beam balance. Product 1.Brainstorm ways in which to design the boat with the fewest materials possible. 2.Create a sketch of the design of the boat that will keep the boat afloat and balanced. Think of ways to reinforce the bottom and how to make the walls to keep the water out. 3.Then build the model to replicate the sketch using the materials provided. Project Based STEM Activity #1– Q1 Boat Challenge

Department of Science Testing of Boat 1.Test the boat and record the maximum amount of washers (mass) it can hold before the boat sinks. 2.Record the bottom surface area of the boat. Redesign/ Re-test Based on Peer Review Questions Presentation of Final Solution Students will present their team’s boat design and budget to the class. They will test to see the maximum mass that their boat can hold. A class data chart will be constructed where the surface area of the boat and maximum mass is recorded per team. Project Based STEM Activity #1– Q1 Boat Challenge

Reflection: Engineering Activity Digital Convergence Use your tablet or device to create a short PowerPoint or Discovery Board Builder presentation to explain your results (Be sure to include all the steps in your design process) Discuss what was the best solution and what you could have done differently. Think Pair Share 1.What content is seen in this engineering activity? 2.What other grade levels might it support? 3.What competition opportunities might support these skills? Department of Science

Using Data to Support STEM in the Science Classroom Department of Science

Using Data to Support STEM in the Science Classroom Department of Science Modified Data Driven Dialogue: -In your groups review data for the district using new individual school information -Phase I Questions and Predictions -Phase II Observations Analyzing the data for patterns, trends, surprises, and new questions that “jump” out -Phase III Inferences Generating hypotheses, inferring, explaining, and drawing conclusions. Defining new actions and interactions and the data needed to guide their implementation. Building ownership for decisions

Rigor in Science Essential Labs with Project Based STEM Activities (New) Competitions Learning Goal Activities CIS Science Reading Resource (New) STEM engineering practices Student digital resources - Bring Your Own Device CODE.org Open Inquiry Labs Department of Science

Closure Questions: In your groups: Visit each question and answer it completely. Try to add something new to each question. If you agree with something already posted, make a check mark next to it. The questions are: 1.Why do we need STEM? 2.Why should engineering be brought into your science classroom? 3.What activities and resources do I have available to help my teachers? 4.What should I do as an administrator to support STEM at all grade levels? Department of Science

Science Department Dr. Ava D. Rosales Executive Director ElementaryMiddle SchoolHigh School Dr. Millard Lightburn Supervisor Ms. Yoly McCarthy Supervisor Mr. Sebastian Oddone Supervisor Ms. Noreyda Casanas Curriculum Support Specialist Mr. Dane Jaber Curriculum Support Specialist, MS Mr. Daniel Gangeri Curriculum Support Specialist Ms. Cristina Madrigal Curriculum Support Specialist, K-8 Ms. Mary Tweedy Curriculum Support Specialist Ms. Mildred Farber District Administrative Assistant Phone:

State Statutes and Board Rules Updates Safety Goggles: Eye-protective devices required in certain laboratory courses Board Rule: H7 (2015) Animal Dissection in Schools – eliminates cats. Board Rule: H11 (2008) Science Fair Project entry requirement.H11 Department of Science