How can we use solar energy to improve the live of people? (Solar Energy with Vernier)

How can we use solar energy to improve the live of people? (Solar Energy with Vernier)

Thu, August 16 2018 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Presenters

  • Vickei Hrdina

Description

Exploring an authentic, local phenomenon is key to student engagement in STEM. Computational thinking is a critical practice of NGSS and is central to science and engineering. In this workshop, teachers will learn about a new STEM unit “How can we use solar energy to improve the live of people living off the grid in Kenya?” and ways to enhance computational thinking skills through the activities in this unit. In addition to an overview of the kit, teachers will practice using the data collection and analysis sensors that come with the kit and will have time to plan for implementing these activities in their own classroom. This unit explores Performance Expectations MS-PS3-3, PS 3-4, PS3-5 and all of ETS  uses materials from a new Vernier Solar Energy kit.

Event Notes

Teachers who complete this course will be able to check out the supporting instructional materials and equipment from the SMC, provided that their school district has a contract for middle school materials.

Location

La Center High School
725 NE Highland Ave La Center WA 98629

Dates

  • Thu, August 16 2018
    8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Registration

Event # 72546

Price
Free
Registered
13 / 28
Registration Ends
Friday Aug 10, 2018 12:00 AM
Registration is now closed.

Professional Hours

Clock Hour Number: VAG1519
3.00 Clock Hours $9.00
3.00 STEM

Subjects

STEM