1. Improve teaching and learning in K-12 science and mathematics through meaningful technology integration Center for Improved Engineering and Science Education (CIESE) www.k12science.org

2. CIESE www.k12science.org Core Activities  Teacher professional development  Curriculum development

3. CIESE www.k12science.org CIESE Highlights  One of first organizations to design and implement large-scale teacher training programs and related curriculum development efforts using Internet in K-12 (NSF grant of $2.9 million in 1994)  Reached more than 3,000 educators from 700 schools in NJ

4. CIESE www.k12science.org CIESE Highlights  Implementing turnkey training programs reaching 10,000 teachers in Cleveland, Miami, and Phoenix (U.S. Department of Education $9.3 million grant)  Savvy Cyber Teacher ® 30-hour PD Program  Directing teacher professional development projects in New Jersey with State-based funding  Partnership with Bank Street College of Education to conduct preservice training in New York City

5. CIESE www.k12science.org CIESE Highlights Recognition of curriculum materials by:

6. CIESE www.k12science.org Core Strengths  Rigorous science and mathematics standards-based content  Large scale programs (10,000 teachers in three cities)  International programs  Strategic partnerships with complementary organizations  “Unique and Compelling” Internet applications

7. CIESE www.k12science.org Core Strengths  Practical strategies for classroom implementation (project management plans)  Administrator counsel on school reform, technology policies, processes of institutionalization  Classroom focus and “big picture” (national and international) perspective

8. Core Concepts & Training Program Josh Baron Associate Director for Instructional Technology Center for Improved Engineering and Science Education (CIESE)

9. CIESE www.k12science.org  Gained experience with educational applications of the Internet through NSF Grant (1993)  Found that teachers to gravitate towards “traditional” applications (search/research)  CIESE felt there were additional applications that were even more powerful and that would lead to greater student achievement Unique & Compelling Integrating the Internet into the K-12 Classroom

10. CIESE www.k12science.org Unique & Compelling Integrating the Internet into the K-12 Classroom Use of the Internet as a Communication Tool Students can use the Internet to communicate with experts in various fields, or with other classrooms and students from around the world.  Ask-An-Expert Projects  Telementoring  Collaborative Projects

11. CIESE www.k12science.org Unique & Compelling Integrating the Internet into the K-12 Classroom Use of the Internet to Access Real-Time Data Students can access real-time information that can dynamically enrich their science lessons and impact on problem solving and critical thinking skills.  Weather Satellite Images  Remote Sensing Data (e.g. Air Quality)  Government Databases

12. CIESE www.k12science.org Unique & Compelling Integrating the Internet into the K-12 Classroom Use of the Internet to Publish Student Work Students can publish their work online where the whole world can see it, comment on it, and interact with the students about it.  Student Presentations/Reports  Integrates Reading, Writing and Communications Skills  Great Motivator!

13. CIESE www.k12science.org Unique & Compelling Integrating the Internet into the K-12 Classroom Use of the Internet to Access Primary Sources Students now have access to digitally archived historical documents, from the Library of Congress and National Archives.  Diaries  Historical Photographs  Creates Multidisciplinary Lessons

14. Unique & Compelling Projects Let’s jump on the web and see some examples…. www.k12science.org CIESE www.k12science.org

15. Unique & Compelling Integrating the Internet into the K-12 Classroom  Provide students with real world problem solving and critical thinking experiences  Address national and local standards  Build teamwork and cooperative learning skills – vital in the 21 st Century workplace  Help prepare students for profiency exams (e.g. ESPA, GEPA, FCAT, etc.)

16. CIESE www.k12science.org K-12 Partnership  One-year collaboration (9/01-6/02)  Two teachers per school  Separate K-8 and 9-12 programs  Turnkey training model  12 course offerings + conference = 78 hours professional development  2 full-day site visits  Internet Symposium

17. CIESE www.k12science.org K-12 Partnership Benefits  Opportunity for 3 graduate credits  Creation of teacher web site  Ongoing collaboration with instructors  Turnkey training preparation  Global collaborative project participation  In-service staff development  Practical strategies for one-connection classroom

18. CIESE www.k12science.org K-12 Partnership Workshops  See folder for workshop descriptions  Held at Stevens in Hoboken and Newark Public Schools  13 six-hour sessions (78 hours)  Hands-on skill building and curriculum applications  Focus on implementation issues

19. CIESE www.k12science.org Selection of Participants  Science specialists or general classroom teachers interested in science/interdisciplinary opportunities  Computer experience helpful  High degree of professionalism, comfort with mentoring colleagues  Ready access to Internet in class (and at home, if possible)

20. www.k12science.org Questions? Beth McGrath Bmcgrath@stevens-tech.edu (201) 216-5037 Center for Improved Engineering and Science Education (CIESE)