Maryland STEM Portfolio Project (MSPP) Problem Based Learning Geospatial Technologies ePortfolio & Web 2.0 Tools

Overview Bring together learning teams from all Maryland school systems to develop a model for project based STEM learning accross curricula and classrooms for grades 4 through 8 –Interdisciplinary research project –Student and teacher ePortfolios

MSPP: Building Statewide Capacity to Improve Teaching & Learning in STEM ePortfolio & Web 2.0 Tools Problem Based Learning Geospatial Technologies PD: Instructional Coaches, Learning Teams, & Academies Best Practices Model and District STEM Initiatives

Key Participants Learning Teams –Content teachers, library/media specialists, technology integration specialists, ELL, special educators Instructional Coaches Advisory Committee

Academies RegionCountiesDatesLocation 1Washington, Allegany, Garrett, Carroll, Frederick July 21, 22, 26-29Washington County Outdoor Center 2Anne Arundel, Baltimore City, Howard, Queen Anne’s July 14, 15, 19-22Arlington Echo 3Harford, Baltimore County, Cecil, Kent August 4, 5, 9-12Harford Glen 4Prince George’s, Calvert, St. Mary’s, Montgomery, Charles July 13-15, 19-21Howard B. Owens Science Center 5Caroline, Dorchester, Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, Talbot July 20-22, 27-29University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Model PBL STEM Unit Grades 4-8 Problem Based Learning Focus: Storm Water Approach: Issues Investigation Key Standards Addressed Cross-Curricular Support for Implementation

Selecting Non-Publics Please follow the guidelines established in your county that coincide with the Federal guidelines – Short (1 or 2 paragraph) needs assessment from interested schools – Description of how they are going to use the PD – Focus on high needs schools – Establish selection criteria

Ongoing Progress 1.Hiring process for Grant Manager and Instructional Coaches 2.Locals are finalizing Learning Teams, MOU for Participants, and District STEM Projects 3.Develop PBL Stem Unit for Grades Provide PD to Instructional Coaches 5.Develop Outreach Plan for PBL Stem Unit and Grant