1. 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

2. 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

3. Big Idea 17: Interdependence
(Hands on Activity)

4. The Art of Argumentation
Article
The Art of Argumentation

5. 15 min. Break

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

7. LUNCH

8. Writing in Science

9. 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

10. 15 min. Break

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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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

15. 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

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

17. 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

18. 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.
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19. 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)

20. 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)

21. 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

22. 3-2-1 Reflection/Follow up
Facilitators: Keisha Kidd
Include: Name, ID #, PD Site

23. Have a wonderful summer!