Michigan Science Teachers Association Conference 2019 (MSTA): Full Schedule

8:00am EST

Using Design and Build projects to Teach NGSS Science and Engineering Practices

Participants will learn how to use project based learning and modeling instruction philosophies to teach NGSS Science and Engineering Concepts. The presentation will focus on three design and build projects I have created and implemented for 8th grade science classes. The projects we will discuss include the design and building of an oven, a structure that can withstand a simulated earthquake and a lander that can withstand a crash landing on Mars.

Presenters

Derek Maynard

Friday March 1, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Vandenberg B

General Session, MS | Earth Science, MS | Environmental Science, MS | STEM Education, MS

8:00am EST

Helping students use systems thinking in the classroom and everyday life

Participate in fun, three-dimensional activities that introduce systems and system models as tools scientists and engineers use to understand complicated phenomena and solve problems. System modeling is more than simply drawing pictures; experience how systems thinking empowers learners to make sense of complicated problems. Empower your students to use systems thinking both in the classroom and in their everyday lives. Classroom-tested lesson provided.

Presenters

Jaime Ratliff

STEM Program Coordinator, Lapeer Community Schools STEM Program Coordinator

Lindsey Watch

Curriculum Development Associate, Mi-STAR / Michigan Tech

Friday March 1, 2019 8:00am - 9:45am EST
Haldane Room

General Session, MS | Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS

Strand Mi-STAR

9:00am EST

Developing Science Process Skills through Citizen Science & Schoolyard Investigations

Participating in citizen science provides a unique and accessible way to facilitate student science investigations. Students engaged in the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's citizen-science projects have been asking and answering their own questions about birds for more than a decade, conducting original experiments and observational studies.
By engaging in citizen science and investigations, students become scientists and stewards of their local environment. They make observations, generate their own question, collect data, and get access to online datasets they can query. Students can even publish their own research conducting investigations inspired by citizen science. These are great ways to meet Next Generation Science Standards.

Presenters

Kathleen Dougherty

Young Birders' Club Coodinator, Cornell K12 BirdSleuth Ambassador/Volunteer and Flying WILD Facilitator

Retired Education Specialist from Oakland County Parks. Board member of Oakland Audubon and serving as the volunteer coordinator for the young birders' club. Birdsleuth Education Ambassador.

Friday March 1, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Fine Arts Room

Biology, 3-5, MS, HS | Environmental Science, 3-5, MS, HS | Integrated Science, 3-5, MS, HS | STEM Education, 3-5, MS, HS

9:00am EST

THE ROCK CYCLE

Students use a model to connect the cycling of earth materials to the geological processes that result in the formation of different kinds of rock. Students also consider how the flow of energy drives various geological processes that form rock. Finally, students develop a model that describes the cause and effect relationships between geological processes and the cycling of Earth's materials. This activity provides a formal assessment opportunity for Performance Expectation MS-ESS2-1

Presenters

Bill Cline

Science Curriculum Specialist, Lab-Aids

Lab-Aids proudly publishes the Science Education for Public Understanding Program (SEPUP) which began developing science intructional materials with funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) in 1987.

Lisa Kelp

Lab Aids/SEPUP

Friday March 1, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Heritage Room

Earth Science, MS | STEM Education, MS | Assessment, MS

Session Type Vendor

9:00am EST

Take Your Students Outside to Engineer!

How do you utilize your outside spaces for engineering challenges? The students want to move outside--and we must ensure that they will make connections with their outdoor environment. Check out these NGSS-aligned activities that will grab your students' attention as they problem-solve for some real-world outside challenges.

Presenters

Christine Kelly

MS Science Teacher, Allendale Middle School

Ask me how exciting it is to teach my students with real-world issues in outdoor and environmental science! Let's talk about the different opportunities in sustainability, science and education! After receiving my education from some of the best at MTU, CMU, WMU, and joining with... Read More →

Friday March 1, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Vandenberg B

9:00am EST

Using Anchoring Phenomena and Driving Question Boards to Spark Student Questioning

As one of the scientific practices embedded in the NGSS, asking questions and defining problems provides students
with an authentic and meaningful entry point into science and engineering. Taken from “Investigating and Questioning
our World through Science and Technology” (IQWST), participants will experience a puzzling chemistry phenomenon and
learn how to elicit, organize, and revisit students' questions so that students feel ownership over their own learning.

Presenters

Chris Gleason

Consultant and Professional Development Facilitator for Activate Learning, Activate Learning

I was one of the original pilot teachers during the development of IQWST. I retired after teaching science in the MS and HS for 44 years, and I am excited for the opportunity to share my passion for IQWST and the difference that being totally engaged in all aspects of science has... Read More →

Friday March 1, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Thornapple Room

General Session, MS | STEM Education, MS | Cross Curricular Integration, MS

Session Type Vendor

9:00am EST

Greener, Safer, Better....Chemistry Replacement Labs

Are you interested in teaching core chemistry concepts with safer materials? Join us to learn what green chemistry is and how innovative technologies can be used as tools to capture the imagination of the next generation of problem solvers. Participants will run through replacement labs with reduced risks for the middle/high school lab. Walk away with relevant open access resources and ideas for modeling phenomena that increase student engagement while increasing classroom safety. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1gTZvlo0rl5CIrD8JlEgiF7IWWKKIwQu9TRt1fAAXpZ0/edit#slide=id.g35f391192_00

Presenters

Jonathan Baek

Middle School Science Teacher, Honey Creek Community School

Erika Fatura

Pentwater Public Schools

Jennifer Sherburn

High School Science Teacher, Hesperia High School

I have taught for 16 years at a small public school in West Michigan. I coach youth basketball and Science Olympiad. I love crafting, cooking, and working in the garden. I am also a fairly new beekeeper.

Exothermic Endothermic Lab (1) docx

Equilibrium LeChateliers Principle (1) docx

wack a pack inquiry jen doc

Friday March 1, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Riverview Room

General Session, MS, HS | Chemistry, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS

9:00am EST

Expanding STEM: Developing Partnerships

For the past 10 years, the Grand Valley State University Regional Math and Science Center has held sHaPe (Summer Health Activities and Professions Exploration) day camp for area middle school students. This camp is offered free of charge due to partnerships with area businesses and Mercy Health. Come hear about how the camp was developed and how we have worked with the community and schools to develop lasting public/private partnerships.

Presenters

Kathy Agee

Science Program Coordinator, GVSU Regional Math/Science Center

I have taught science mainly at the middle school level, but also at the preschool, elementary, high school, and college level, along with teacher professional development. I have a B.S. and M.A. in biology/science education from Western Michigan University and I am a certified Master... Read More →

Carol Shaffer

Clinical Nurse Specialist, Mercy Health Saint Mary's

Friday March 1, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Pullman Room

General Session, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary

9:00am EST

Making It Real... Cheap!

This session will include a variety of quick and engaging phenomena that can be done for little or no cost. We will include real world science investigations and hands on activities with cross-curricular components.

Presenters

Darrick Gregory

Instructor, STARBASE- Battle Creek

Julie Hahn

Parchment Middle School

Jodi Heaney

Parchment Middle School

Friday March 1, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Ruby Room

General Session, 3-5, MS | STEM Education, 3-5, MS

10:00am EST

The Environmental Education (EE) Project

Join the Dept. of Natural Resources’s education specialists as they model middle school and high school level STEM and inquiry activities from sources including Projects WET, WILD, Aquatic WILD, Learning Tree and the Conservation Education Toolkit.

Presenters

Natalie Elkins

Education Specialist, Michigan Department of Natural Resources

I am a Certified Environmental Educator that provides professional development opportunities to formal and non-formal educators. My goal is to share hands-on, STEM, inquiry-based and field investigation ideas that are tied to Michigan Science Standards.

Tracy Page

Aquatic Education Coordinator, Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Marine biologist/Oceanographer turned educator. I strive to bring aquatic education to teachers and their classrooms around the state. I also administer the Salmon in the Classroom program for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

2019 MSTA The EE Project pptx

AW Migration Headache pdf

Lesson, Activities, Supplies and PD pdf

PreK8 Activity 19 student pages pdf

Project Wet Incredible Journey pdf

Best Practice Tips in EE pdf

ConEd Schoolyard Biodiversity Guide pdf

Friday March 1, 2019 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Emerald A

Environmental Science, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS

Strand DNR

10:00am EST

Engineering Design in the NGSS

Participants will be immersed in a Bring Science Alive! investigation designed to reach all learners and make engineering design fun and engaging. Participants will experience this lesson from the student perspective as they take on the roles of engineers defining problems, developing solutions, and conducting iterative testing to improve their solutions.

Presenters

Matt Moorman

National Account Manager, TCI

Former Middle School Teacher and National Account Manager with Teachers' Curriculum Institute (TCI) . TCI recognizes that every student is unique and that all students benefit from learning in different ways. TCI uses a variety of proven instructional practices that allow students... Read More →

Friday March 1, 2019 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Atrium Room

General Session, MS | Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS

Session Type Vendor

10:00am EST

The MiSTEM Network: Supporting Michigan's STEM Future

The MiSTEM Network's 16 Regions work across the state to support K-12 STEM education and workforce. Come learn about the MiSTEM Network, how to connect, and how to utilize the network to propel your STEM education and workforce programs forward.

Presenters

Kristofer Pachla

Director, Regional Math and Science Center, Grand Valley State University

Friday March 1, 2019 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Pullman Room

STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS | Cross Curricular Integration, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS

10:00am EST

"Why Make?" A maker space experience for your classroom.

Central Michigan University's STEM Education Scholars invite you to learn how you can easily integrate STEM education activities into your classroom. The Scholars will share ideas that may include design thinking, coding and robotics. In addition to sharing how to implement these activities, the Scholars will also discuss why these integrated ideas are beneficial for student learning.

Presenters

Amanda Cornwell

STEM Education Program Facilitator, Central Michigan University

In my 12 years of teaching a handful of grade levels between 3rd and 8th, I incorporated technology and multimodal projects whenever possible. In my current position at the Center for Excellence in STEM Education, incorporating technology remains a secondary focus in my work. Engaging... Read More →

Julie Cunningham

Director of the Center for Excellence in STEM Education, CMU

Ms. Julie Cunningham holds a masters degree in curriculum and instruction specializing in teaching and learning science. Julie currently holds the position of Director for the Center for Excellence in STEM Education. This position allows her to work with faculty, teacher education... Read More →

Ashley O'Neil

Community Engagement Coordinator, CMU

Friday March 1, 2019 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Winchester Room

STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS | Cross Curricular Integration, K-2, 3-5, MS

10:00am EST

It can be done! Easy tools to empower students to steer their own learning

How can you implement student-driven learning and still stay in the driver’s seat? With your skillful facilitation and the Unit Bubble Map, you can help students make connections between their questions and the investigations they’re conducting, as well as supporting them to generate new questions as they work to solve a Unit Challenge. Walk away with a toolkit from the Mi-STAR curriculum to make student-driven instruction a reality for you and your students.

Presenters

Luke Bowman

Curriculum Developer, Mi-STAR

Chris Geerer

Science Department Chair/Teacher, Parcells Middle School, Grosse Pointe Woods

Mi-STAR (Michigan Science Teaching and Assessment Reform) curriculum writer and pilot teacher. NGSS enthusiast. Equity and civility through science education!

Monica Wyrwicz

Teacher, Curriculum Consultant, Rochester Public Schools

As a long time employee with Rochester Community Schools, 28 years at Hart Middle School, I have seen such growth in the district. I have had the privilege to do many things; curriculum committees, a presenter at the Michigan Science Teachers Association numerous times, teacher... Read More →

Friday March 1, 2019 10:00am - 11:45am EST
Haldane Room

General Session, MS | Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS

Strand Mi-STAR

10:00am EST

May the Force Be With You

You will be moved by engaging force and motion demonstrations of classroom-ready activities including the Stunt Car Lab, the famous Monkey-Hunter "problem," and the vertical-versus-horizontal acceleration demonstration, a simple way to prove "g" is always the same.

Presenters

Don Pata

Teacher, Grosse Pointe North High School

I have been teaching high school science for over 20 year. I like to talk about NGSS, advanced pedagogy, modeling instruction and healthy grading. I have 4 young children. In the summer I run modeling workshops across Michigan.

Friday March 1, 2019 10:00am - 11:45am EST
Ruby Room

Physics, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, HS, Post Secondary

Session Type Vendor

11:00am EST

The Unbearable Dilema

How did the bear cross the road? Using science, technology, engineering and math! Come learn a fun, engaging method of getting your students involved in a hands-on STEM activity that comes from a real life wildlife management scenario.

Presenters

Kevin Frailey

Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources

The Michigan DNR provides programs, materials, and professional development to Michigan educators.

Friday March 1, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Emerald A

Biology, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Environmental Science, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary

Strand DNR

11:00am EST

Michigan's Electricity

How does electricity get to your kitchen? Where does it come from and how it is "made"? These are great questions that can be a leading question for a unit on energy and Law of Conservation of Energy. In home electricity and usage is the phenomenon that lead to all kinds of usable ideas within your classroom.

Presenters

Andrew J. Frisch

Science and Mathematics Teacher, Farwell Area Schools

STEM: Bringing it to the classroom. I am excited to get it into the students' hands. It may be hard to get it into your pedagogy, but it is a truly organic, natural way to teach and learn. I am confident we already do it, we just need to increase it and emphasis it,

Friday March 1, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Vandenberg A

11:00am EST

NGSS Chemical Reactions:Designing Better Chemical Batteries

Students investigate how chemical energy can be transformed via a chemical process into electrical energy. After building a prototype wet cell, students brainstorm improvements and build, test, and evaluate new prototypes to meet a set of predetermined criteria within specified contraints. Highly engaging activity from SEPUP/Lab-Aids 3rd Edition Energy Unit.

Presenters

Bill Cline

Science Curriculum Specialist, Lab-Aids

Lisa Kelp

Lab Aids/SEPUP

Friday March 1, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Heritage Room

Physics, MS | Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS | Assessment, MS

Session Type Vendor

11:00am EST

Centering out-of-school knowledge in STEM-based makerspaces

Three middle school girls and I conducted a youth action research project focused on investigating how, where, and why their out-of-school knowledge has informed their participation in a community and equity-oriented STEM-makerspace. I will share how their out-of-school knowledge supported their STEM-maker learning and engagement, the pedagogical and design approaches which best leverage upon these powerful forms of knowledge, and the recommendations these insights provide for other makerspaces, both in and out of school.

Presenters

Sarah Keenan-Lechel

Graduate Assistant, Michigan State University

I am a doctoral candidate in Educational Psychology + Educational Technology at Michigan State University. My research focuses on equitable science teaching practices, expansive understandings of what science is / can be, and makerspaces / informal learning spaces. Before coming to... Read More →

Friday March 1, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Vandenberg B

STEM Education, MS

1:00pm EST

Catching Up With Carp: Updates and Ideas on Incorporating Invasive Carp into Your classroom

Some invasive carp seem to fly through the air, while others weigh more than your students. A Great Lakes threat is on the horizon, but how do you turn a news headline into a lesson? Learn all about invasive carp and their potential invasion of the Great Lakes. What are scientists doing to prevent them from reaching Michigan, and how can we teach our students about this biological threat.

Presenters

Tracy Page

Aquatic Education Coordinator, Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Aquatic Invasive Species Education Project 3.2019 pdf

Red swamp crayfish for teachers pptx

Catching up with Carp MSTA 2019 pdf

Friday March 1, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Emerald A

Biology, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Environmental Science, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary

Strand DNR

1:00pm EST

Science/Math Integration for a Sustainable Planet

Discover hands-on activities on real-world human ecology concepts (population growth, natural resource use and biodiversity) while building foundational math skills. In this session, participate in innovative activities including creating representational models with manipulatives, cooperative group problem-solving challenges, graphing and analysis, and role-playing simulations. Receive activity instructions, data charts and background reading in an electronic format, all matched to state standards.

Presenters

Amanda Syers

Program specialist, GVSU Center for Educational Partnerships

Janet Vail

Research Scientist, Grand Valley State University

Friday March 1, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Vandenberg B

Environmental Science, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS | Cross Curricular Integration, MS, HS

1:00pm EST

Mi-STAR Information Session

Interested in getting the Mi-STAR curriculum and professional learning implemented in your school or district? Attend this session to discover what the Mi-STAR grades 6-8 science and engineering program offers, talk with a veteran teacher and program staff, and learn the simple steps to get your school or district up and running with Mi-STAR.

Presenters

Yonee Bryant-Kuiphoff

Science teacher, Linden Grove Middle School

I have taught middle school science for 25 years. I am also the Middle School Director for MSTA. I am a writer, Professional Learning Facilitator, and have piloted units for MISTAR. I served on the review Board for the NGSS /MSS Science Standards. Our school district is in the... Read More →

Stephanie Tubman

Michigan Technological University

Monica Wyrwicz

Teacher, Curriculum Consultant, Rochester Public Schools

Friday March 1, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Haldane Room

General Session, MS | Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS

Strand Mi-STAR

1:00pm EST

STEM Teaching Tools 101

Are you someone responsible for facilitating science conversation back in your district? All over the country, STEM Teaching Tools have been used to support professional development sessions. The STEM Teaching Tools site has tools that can help you teach science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Come find out about these OER resources that PD facilitators can access for FREE—including slides, speaker notes, facilitator guide, and embedded resources.

Presenters

Megan Coonan

curriculum, Saginaw ISD

Connie Kennedy

K-12 Math/Science Instructional Support Specialist, Bay City Public Schools

ACESSE E Phenomenon Game to Cut Out (1) pdf

ACESSE ResourceE SelectingAnchoringPhenomenaforEquitable3DTeaching pdf

STTBookmark set March2018 pdf

STEM Teaching Tools 101 pdf

Friday March 1, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Ottawa Room

General Session, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS

Strand MSELA

1:00pm EST

Cholera Case Study Reunion

Using a case study approach to teaching Biology started with a partnership between some teachers at Holt and MSU. This case study, using a cholera epidemic from the 1800s has been widely shared and modified over the past 30 years. This session provides a venue for people to share how they have changed the case study over the years. We will share some modifications from our school including an updated connection to the cholera outbreak in Haiti following a hurricane in 2010. Teachers who are not familiar with the case study will have time to ask questions and are encouraged to attend.

Presenters

Lisa Weise

Science Teacher, Holt Public Schools

I teach science because it's fun! Also, it' pretty much the way we save the world! I recently started teaching engineering as well as a part of Project Lead the Way (engineers also have a shot at the saving the world thing). I like to have kids asking questions and designing experiments... Read More →

Cholera Case Study Reunion docx

Cholera Reunion pptx

Fall Learning Target Refections IBN docx

Friday March 1, 2019 1:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Ford Ballroom

Biology, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS

1:00pm EST

Phenomenon, Modeling, and Storyboards!

Experience a phenomenon-based lesson that takes learners from wondering, to exploring, to making thinking visible, to developing a story that tracks their progression of learning. Take away tools and ideas that help your students think and act like scientists and engineers. Participants recognize how Science and Engineering Practices and Crosscutting Concepts are integral in the lesson. The experience can be applied to any lesson when there is engaging phenomena that makes one wonder.

Presenters

Steve Barry

Director of Professional Learning, Battle Creek Area Mathematics and Science Center

Nancy Karre

Science Educational Consultant, Cereal City Science

Friday March 1, 2019 1:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Nelson Room

General Session, K-2, 3-5, MS | Integrated Science, K-2, 3-5, MS | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS | Cross Curricular Integration, K-2, 3-5, MS

2:00pm EST

Building atomic model of matter and conservation of matter concept

As one of the crosscutting concepts in NGSS, matter and energy is a foundational idea built on in all disciplines. Are students really developing an understanding of this concept that they can apply throughout their science classes? I will share several activities I use to build the concept of atomic nature of matter and conservation of matter and view sample student work to see how these activities help students develop these foundational concepts.

Presenters

Kristin Mayer

East Kentwood High School

I currently teach high school physics and chemistry at East Kentwood High School. I previously taught in New York City and Seattle, Wa. I completed my PhD in Curriculum, Instruction, and Teacher Education at Michigan State University where I worked on a curriculum project with Joe... Read More →

Friday March 1, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Grandview A

2:00pm EST

Making Good Chemistry with Industry Partnerships

Many teachers and students are unaware that Michigan has some of the leading chemistry companies in the world, many of whom have active outreach programs and are eager to work with you. These industry resources and partnerships can help bring to life the principles of chemistry through real-world applications, drive home the many chemistry career opportunities, and facilitate classroom presenters or even tours of local chemistry labs and plants.

Presenters

John Dulmes

Executive Director, Michigan Chemistry Council

2019 MSTA handout Making Good Chemistry With Industry Partnerships pdf

John Dulmes MSTA presentation 3.1.19 pdf

Friday March 1, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Riverview Room

Chemistry, 3-5, MS | STEM Education, 3-5, MS

2:00pm EST

Invasive Engineering

Participants will be introduced to a lesson on invasive species that uses the Engineering Design Process to solve a problem. This hands on presentation allows participants to experience the lesson from start to finish.

Presenters

Jessica Vander Ark

Grand Valley State University

Jessica Wagenmaker

Holton Public Schools

Friday March 1, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Vandenberg B

Environmental Science, 3-5, MS | STEM Education, 3-5, MS

2:00pm EST

Engineerize Your Classroom: Integrate the NGSS engineering practices and spice up your lessons

What is Engineerizing? How can making simple changes to a lesson make it an engineering adventure? How does it promote new NGSS standards and practices? Embark on a hands-on experience constructing understanding of how the NGSS engineering practices are not only applicable, but vital to a 21st century classroom.

Presenters

Kate Hojnacki

Physics Teacher, Fraser High School

Friday March 1, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Vandenberg A

General Session, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS

Strand MiAAPT

2:00pm EST

Biomedical Engineering: GET A GRIP!

Students use the approach of biomimicry to design, test, evaluate, and redesign a mechanical gripping device to meet criteria. They use the engineering design process to optimize the device in one of two ways. In doing so, they investigate the relationship between structure and function of the device and how the technology they developed can be applied. This provides an opportunity to assess students on MS-ETS 1-4.

Presenters

Bill Cline

Science Curriculum Specialist, Lab-Aids

Lisa Kelp

Lab Aids/SEPUP

Friday March 1, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Heritage Room

STEM Education, MS | Assessment, MS | Cross Curricular Integration, MS

Session Type Vendor

2:00pm EST

Mi-STAR From a Teacher Perspective: Q&A with Veteran Mi-STAR Teachers

Explore the Mi-STAR curriculum from the perspective of teachers who have experience writing, piloting, and facilitating for the program. Teachers and project staff will be there to listen, answer your questions, and increase your comfort level. Are you an experienced teacher? Please come and share your perspective, too!

Presenters

Yonee Bryant-Kuiphoff

Science teacher, Linden Grove Middle School

Dawn Kahler

8th Grade Science Teacher, Kalamazoo Public Schools

Teacher for 27 years in Kalamazoo Public Schools. I have a BS from Western Michigan University in Elementary Education and a Masters from Michigan Technological University. I have helped to write, pilot, implement and train Mi-STAR for the past three years.

Stephanie Tubman

Michigan Technological University

Monica Wyrwicz

Teacher, Curriculum Consultant, Rochester Public Schools

Friday March 1, 2019 2:00pm - 3:45pm EST
Haldane Room

General Session, MS | Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS

Strand Mi-STAR

2:00pm EST

Seeing is Believing: Physics Demonstrations to Energize Your Classroom

What are the best demos for your classroom? In this new workshop, we have selected the most effective combination of demonstrations to help you illustrate a wide variety of physics concepts, including Newton's laws of force and motion, light, sound, waves, and color science. Enhance your science lessons by bringing real-life examples immediately into the classroom.

Presenters

Don Pata

Teacher, Grosse Pointe North High School

Friday March 1, 2019 2:00pm - 3:45pm EST
Pantlind Ballroom

Physics, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, HS, Post Secondary

Session Type Vendor

3:00pm EST

Building a Model of Force as an interaction

Building a Model of Force as an Interaction

How do we help students develop and use models? Join us as we explore how to facilitate model development through building a robust force model. This session will help teachers build and develop their own force model while we explore how facilitate students in their model development. This is geared toward ANY teacher who teaches the Forces and Interactions topic bundle K-12!

Presenters

Laura Sloma

Physics Teacher, East Kentwood High School

Laura is has been a science educator for 29 years, teaching in Michigan and Ohio, at the high school and college level. She is a modeling instruction expert, workshop facilitator, and STEP UP physics ambassador.

Friday March 1, 2019 3:00pm - 4:45pm EST
Vandenberg A

General Session, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Earth Science, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Physics, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Integrated Science, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Cross Curricular Integration, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary

Strand MiAAPT

3:00pm EST

Maker-space Design Thinking Challenge

Participate in a Design Thinking Challenge that will help you integrate STEM in your classroom with the CMU Center for Excellence in STEM Education. Walk away with the ability to implement a Design Thinking Challenge in your classroom and learn more about the programs the Center offers to educators.

Presenters

Amanda Cornwell

STEM Education Program Facilitator, Central Michigan University

Julie Cunningham

Director of the Center for Excellence in STEM Education, CMU

Ashley O'Neil

Community Engagement Coordinator, CMU

Friday March 1, 2019 3:00pm - 4:45pm EST
Governor's Room

STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS | Cross Curricular Integration, K-2, 3-5, MS

4:00pm EST

Transformed Microscopy

Transform microscopy lessons from "look and draw" to truely quantifyable inquiry. Use of supper cheap digital cameras or even cell phone cameras will be demonstrated. This will be a hands-on experience, bring your own USB enabled device.

Presenters

Bob Myers

Anatomy/Physiology Teacher, West Ottawa High School

I have taught Anatomy Physiology in both Grand Rapids Public Schools and West Ottawa Public Schools for the last 25+ years. GRPS from 1990-1999 and at WOPS ever since. I am also the Science Olympiad coach for WOPS.One of my favorite aspects of anatomy is histology so I have embedded... Read More →

Friday March 1, 2019 4:00pm - 4:45pm EST
Ruby Room

Biology, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Integrated Science, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Computer Science / Technology, MS, HS, Post Secondary

4:00pm EST

Transforming Students to Stewards: Fostering Great Lakes-Literacy in Schools

This discussion will demonstrate strategies and best practices to incorporate Great Lakes and Water Literacy principles into classrooms, teacher training, and STEM/STEAM education and discuss a developing RFP to support learning in the context of freshwater education. Place-based education and existing curricula will be discussed to support laying a foundation for solving critical water issues, with a goal of informing a pilot project.

Presenters

Rashell Bowerman

Consultant, Michigan Department of Education

Rashell Bowerman is an Educational Consultant Specialist with the Michigan Department of Education. With an emphasis in the areas of instruction and intervention, her position allows her to support Michigan’s school districts as they strive to improve achievement for all students... Read More →

Rachel Coale

Outreach Coordinator, Michigan Office of the Great Lakes

I'd love to talk about Michigan's Great Lakes and freshwater resources, why they're so important, and how stewardship is key to keeping them healthy for today and for the next generation.

Emily Finnell

Great Lakes Senior Advisor and Strategist, EGLE

Emily Gochis

Mi-STAR Coordinator of Professional Learning & Curriculum Associate, MiSTEM Director

I am the the Director of the Western U.P. STEM Network (MiSTEM Network Region 16) serving Houghton, Baraga, Keweenaw, Ontonagon and Gogebic counties of Michigan. I have been in the education field for 15 years, teaching environmental and outdoor education, high school science and... Read More →

Kevin St. Onge

Regional Director, MiSTEM Network, EUP STEM Region

Mi STEM

MiSTEM Executive Director, Michigan Department of Education

The MiSTEM Network is a government support service created to engage schools and communities in authentic learning experiences that encourage interest and build awareness of STEM jobs. The Network provides a convening space to support schools in increasing achievement in STEM learning... Read More →

Water Presentation pdf

Friday March 1, 2019 4:00pm - 4:45pm EST
Emerald A

STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS

8:00am EST

Are you Science Woke? How to teach Science and integrate culturally relevant education

"Why are we learning this?" "How am I going to use this in real life?" "What's the purpose of this?" Every teacher has heard these notoriously infamous phrases and its about time we put an end to it by awakening the sleeping giant. So get woke...Science woke! Learn simple tips and tricks to embed Culturally Relevant Education and Phenomenon Science in your unit plans and experience wide spread 'Eureka Moments'!

Presenters

Duha Fahmy

Are You Science Woke pptm

Are You Science Woke Padlet QR Code png

Saturday March 2, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Pullman Room

Biology, MS, HS | Chemistry, MS, HS | Environmental Science, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS | Cross Curricular Integration, MS, HS

8:00am EST

Power Your Classroom or School with Solar Energy - Student Driven Solar

Students at West Bloomfield High School were able to power their entire science department with solar energy! Students themselves did the energy audits, solar resource studies, determination of cost savings and pollution prevention, fundraising, grant writing, presenting to the school board and more, culminating in the student-assisted construction of a 20 kilowatt solar array, which now powers the entire WBHS Science Department! We want to show you how we did it, so you can too!

Presenters

Joshua Barclay

Physics Teacher, West Bloomfield High School

Talk to Joshua Barclay about powering your school with solar energy! Joshua Barclay, M.S., has taught both high school and university science for over 27 years, has served as an environmental advocate and youth leader for over 30 years, and was selected as the MSTA Michigan High School... Read More →

Saturday March 2, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Ottawa Room

Environmental Science, MS, HS | Physics, MS, HS | Integrated Science, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS | Cross Curricular Integration, MS, HS

8:00am EST

Water Quality: Developing Citizen Scientists

Students become citizen scientists each year when we conduct water quality testing in our local river. Results are communicated to our area, and we upload our data to an international database.

Presenters

Jackie Murray

Middle School Science Teacher, Clinton Community Schools

I am the sixth grade science teacher at Clinton Middle School. I love teaching students about science and getting them involved in hands-on projects. I am delighted to also teach a section of Project Lead the Way: Energy and the Environment. These courses really let me students learn... Read More →

Water Quality Creating Citizen Scientists (1) pdf

Saturday March 2, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Riverview Room

General Session, MS | Environmental Science, MS | Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS

8:00am EST

Radical Research

Join us as we share how students are acting as scientists by conducting individual independent research projects in class. Students will research something that they are interested in, plan their investigation and write a “journal worthy” paper and present their findings. Students demonstrate their content knowledge and SEP skills. Learn about this authentic project based learning experience. Resources provided!

Presenters

Kristy Butler

Teacher, Forest Hills Central High School

Education & Science

Patti Richardson

Teacher, Forest Hills Central High School

Biology education, student centered learning

Radical Research pdf

Saturday March 2, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Kendall Room

General Session, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Biology, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Integrated Science, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, HS, Post Secondary

Strand MABT

8:00am EST

Grab their attention with Gizmos!

Gizmos are a sure-fire student engagement strategy. Students perform virtual experiments, collect and analyze data, and take ownership of their own learning. We want to share our success after 4 years of working with this amazing program.

Presenters

Diana Markley

Teachers, Stevenson Middle School

Julie Parks and I have been 7th grade teaching partners since 2014. We have both taught for Wayne-Westland Schools for 25+ years. Collaborating and designing lessons together makes us both stronger teachers, and our students have reaped the rewards. Gizmos give our students the opportunity... Read More →

Julie Parks

Stevenson Middle School/Wayne-Westland Community Schools

Saturday March 2, 2019 8:00am - 8:45am EST
Vandenberg B

Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS | Computer Science / Technology, MS

Session Type Vendor

8:00am EST

Investigating Cell Structure and Function Beyond Paper Exercises!

In this workshop, participants will exploit specialized structures and functions of animal, plant and bacterial cells to develop customized DNA extraction protocols from. Using CER, and animal/student DNA extracts as controls, participants will capitalize on DNA’s popularity to develop exploratory wet labs that increase interest and appreciation of cell diversity.

Presenters

Tamica Stubbs

Curriculum and Training Specialist, Bio-Rad Explorers

: The Bio-Rad Explorer program provides high quality biotech experiences for educators and students.

Saturday March 2, 2019 8:00am - 9:45am EST
Governor's Room

Biology, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, HS, Post Secondary

Session Type Vendor

8:00am EST

Integrating STEM with Science

The TI-Innovator Hub gives many opportunities to integrate NGSS, STEM, and coding in a science class. This session will investigate how students can create an alarm that can be used to protect a pet left in a car, how to make a mood ring, and how to pick a good seat at a concert while learning about thermodynamics, light and color, and the properties of sound. Beginners welcome.

Presenters

Marian Prince

Math Department, Andrews University

I have been a math and science educator in Michigan for more than 30 years at the middle school, high school, and university levels. I am passionate about STEM and enthusiastic about using the new TI-Innovator Rover and Hub in teaching math, science and coding.

Saturday March 2, 2019 8:00am - 9:45am EST
Ruby Room

Integrated Science, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS | Computer Science / Technology, MS, HS

8:00am EST

Energy Across the Content

What is Energy? In all of our science classes; Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth Science, etc. we all teach about energy. However, if we're honest with ourselves we don't really have a good, working definition of energy. More importantly we don't have a shared concept of energy. How are we supposed to help the students develop a coherent energy concept if we don't even have one among science teachers? Join us for a session where we will explore the ways in which energy is treated in the different disciplines and see if we can't get a start on a group understanding of energy.

Presenters

Don Pata

Teacher, Grosse Pointe North High School

Saturday March 2, 2019 8:00am - 10:45am EST
Vandenberg A

Strand MIAAPT

9:00am EST

Hands-on and creative teacher-developed invasive species lessons to achieve Michigan science standards

Hands-on and creative lessons about invasive species are used both to engage student learning and to protect the environment. More than 15 teachers submitted lesson plans for online posting. We will demonstrate activities from several lessons, including students creating video public service announcements, producing informative Power Points, and engineering electric barriers to aquatic invaders. Lesson plans are posted on the web and linked to standards for science, social studies, and English language arts.

Presenters

Maria Siciliano

Roberto Clemente Learning Academy, Detroit Public Schools Community District

Sara Forbing

4th grade teacher, Caro Community Schools

Jeffrey Ram

Professor/PI on education grants, Wayne State Univ/Belle Isle Aquarium

Education at informal education institutions (public aquariums, zoos, nature centers).Invasive speciesStudents making videos as a pedagogical method

Jessica Wagenmaker

Holton Public Schools

MSTA 030219 creative invasive species lesson plans MSTA draft with Siciliano and Forbing 2019 pptx

Saturday March 2, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Emerald B

Biology, K-2, 3-5, MS | Environmental Science, K-2, 3-5, MS | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS | Cross Curricular Integration, K-2, 3-5, MS

9:00am EST

Empowered to Take Action: Engaging Environmental STEM Design Challenges with EarthEcho

EarthEcho International was founded by Philippe Cousteau Jr. on the belief that youth have the power to change our planet. As an expedition fellow, I saw firsthand this organization's commitment to equipping teachers with lessons and online tools that marry the best of the engineering design process with the tenets of environmental place-based learning. Come explore with me as we take a deep dive into their Water By Design and just-released PlasticSeas curriculum.

Presenters

Susan Tate

Whitehall Middle School

My passions are environmental topics such as protecting our freshwater resources, ocean health, the polar regions, and climate change. I have been involved with the Great Lakes Stewardship Initiative for 10 years, so I'd love to chat with you about how to engage students through place-based... Read More →

Saturday March 2, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Vandenberg B

Environmental Science, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS

9:00am EST

Sink your Teeth into Science! Using Bite Mark Evidence to Teach Lab Skills and Logic

Come play with teeth and playdough in a tactile activity that engages students in observation, deductive reasoning and communication! My forensic science students say they learned the importance of accurate measurements and being precise with explanations. Students also refined their teamwork and presentation skills. Note: While teeth casts will be used in this high school activity, the lesson structure can be adapted for use with other objects or with other subjects and age groups.

Presenters

Anne Jeannette LaSovage

Science Teacher, Southfield Public Schools

I am a veteran teacher with 20+ years of experience, primarily in a mostly minority district. MSTA Member for much of that time - and received MSTA High School Science Teacher of the Year Award in 2018! Talk to me about: (inter)active lessons, developing discourse in science... Read More →

Sink Your Teeth into Science Bite Mark MSTA Handout 2019 pdf

Bite Mark Lab Directions and Student Sheet (for MSTA upload) pdf

Bite mark evidence is not the same as bite mark comparison (Journal Article) pdf

Incredibly, prosecutors are still defending bite mark evidence pdf

Bite Mark Lab Alternate Activities (draft only) pdf

Additional Notes and Resources for Bitemarks as Evidence pdf

Saturday March 2, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Plaza Boardroom A

General Session, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS

9:00am EST

Innovation Learning with The Henry Ford

This presentation will outline The Henry Ford's innovation learning initiatives for teachers. Join us to learn how you can integrate THF's interdisciplinary learning framework, Model I in your classroom. You'll also learn about the 2019 Michigan Invention Convention on April 27 and how you and your students in grades 3-12 can get involved!

Presenters

Olivia Marsh

Innovation Learning & Invention Convention Coordinator, The Henry Ford

Olivia is the Program Manager, Educator Professional Development at The Henry Ford. She has a background in history and museum studies and is passionate about giving all students the opportunity to become innovators.

Robert Oleary

Program Manager, Learning Content Management, The Henry Ford

The Learning & Engagement team at The Henry Ford is passionate about an interdisciplinary, learn by doing approach to education. We use artifacts in the museum and Greenfield Village to teach innovation, invention, and entrepreneurship. Ask us about our learning framework, Model... Read More →

The Henry Ford presentation pdf

Saturday March 2, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Pullman Room

General Session, 3-5, MS, HS | STEM Education, 3-5, MS, HS | Cross Curricular Integration, 3-5, MS, HS

9:00am EST

Strengthen STEM with Community Partnerships That Integrate Arts and Social Studies

Learn how to design community partnerships that integrate the arts, social studies, and STEM to activate a wider range of student interests and connect the real world with the classroom.

Presenters

John (Trey) Smith

Student, Northwestern University

As an educator and researcher, I am interested in K-12 science learning that pushes beyond traditional science education boundaries to include social, cultural, historical, political, and community contexts and questions. I taught science, social studies, and engineering in Philadelphia... Read More →

June Teisan

PAEMST - MI TOY - NBCT, Belle Isle Aquarium - Detroit

Saturday March 2, 2019 9:00am - 9:45am EST
Berkey Room

General Session, 3-5, MS, HS | STEM Education, 3-5, MS, HS | Cross Curricular Integration, 3-5, MS, HS

9:00am EST

Bioengineering challenges and middle school life science

Using readily available materials, this workshop will utilize hands-on activities and discussion to illustrate how to integrate engineering practices into middle school life science. By participating in challenges, such as designing an artificial heart valve, participants will experience aspects of the engineering design cycle. The workshop will emphasize the interconnectedness of the components of the science and engineering practices and the integration of the three dimensions of the NGSS.

Presenters

John Howarth

Co-Director (retired), SEPUP, UC Berkeley

Recently retired after 43 years in public education. Most recent position was as Co-Director of SEPUP at UC Berkeley. Previously executive director of curriculum and instruction at Grand Rapids Public Schools, science coordinator at GRPS, science teacher at Thornapple Kellogg HS... Read More →

Timothy Hurt

Curriculum Developer, Lawrence Hall of Science-UC-Berkeley

Saturday March 2, 2019 9:00am - 10:45am EST
Pantlind Ballroom

Biology, MS | Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS

10:00am EST

Designing Destructive Earthquakes

Using "shake tables" as simple as a board with handle and accelerometer attached, learners can investigate why horizontal accelerations, velocities, energy and resonant frequencies of earthquake vibrations are more important than magnitude in determining damage to buildings, dams, bridges and other structures. Also learn to quantify the “maximum considered earthquake” which engineers use for any onshore location (including your home or school) even in relatively low-risk Michigan. Both natural and human-induced earthquakes will be considered.

Presenters

Robert Chaney

Fred Thomas

CEO, Math Machines

I am a retired physics and astronomy professor, with decades of experience working to make science fit better with other areas of STEM, especially mathematics. Currently, I manage a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization, providing unique equipment, software, curriculum materials and... Read More →

Saturday March 2, 2019 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Riverview Room

Earth Science, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Physics, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, HS, Post Secondary

10:00am EST

Supporting Students’ Scientific Explanations with CER

Learn about action research on CER done by three middle school teachers from Kalamazoo Public Schools. Facilitators will offer strategies that worked to help students gain confidence in their ability to write evidence and reasoning.

Presenters

Dawn Kahler

8th Grade Science Teacher, Kalamazoo Public Schools

Saturday March 2, 2019 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Haldane Room

General Session, MS | STEM Education, MS

Strand Mi-STAR

10:00am EST

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing!

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing!
Review the history of the Apollo program. Learn ways to build and safely launch different rockets with different ages of students. Plan a rocket launch to celebrate the first launch to the Moon. Find out how to organize and document your event. Match the many connections to standards for science, technology, engineering, math, reading, and social studies.

Presenters

Nicole Jakubowski

5th Grade Science Teacher, Detroit Country Day School

Meghan Kurleto

3rd and 4th Grade Science and STEAM, Detroit Country Day School

3rd and 4th Grade Science and STEAM Teacher at Detroit Country Day School.

Marlenn Maicki

Retired, Detroit Country Day School

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing pptx

Stomp Rockets Lesson Plan docx

Soda Straw Rocket Lesson docx

Stomp Rocket Distance Measurements Younger Students docx

Stomp Rocket instructions pdf

Stomp Rocket launcher assembly pdf

Stomp Rocket templates pdf

Soda Straw Rocket Template pdf

Data sheet for straw rockets docx

Saturday March 2, 2019 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Kendall Room

STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS | Cross Curricular Integration, K-2, 3-5, MS

10:00am EST

Showcasing High School STEM Research

The Junior Science & Humanities Symposium is an opportunity to celebrate high school students' STEM research. Find out how to participate and learn more about how to increase student engagement in STEM, showcasing a partnership with Upward Bound Students and JSHS (a program sponsored by AEOP, and administrated by NSTA).

Presenters

Sandra Yarema

Assistant Professor, Clinical, Science Teacher Education, Wayne State University/Belle Isle Aquarium

I have been a science teacher for 35 years. I am currently a teacher educator and coordinator for the Science Education Program at WSU. I direct the SE MI regional Junior Science & Humanities symposium, a showcase for high school students' STEM research. I am the secretary for the... Read More →

JSHS COE UB pdf

JSHS info pdf

Saturday March 2, 2019 10:00am - 10:45am EST
Ottawa Room

STEM Education, MS, HS | Cross Curricular Integration, MS, HS

10:00am EST

The Genetics and Bioethics of Opioid Addiction and Treatment!

Recently, the opioid epidemic has exploded in the U.S. In this session, participants will learn how to genotype and statistically analyze fictional patient samples based on their rs1800497 DRD2/ANKK1 SNPs. Using evidence, they will predict addiction risks for opioid abuse and treatment as reflected in research. Participants will also learn to permeate opioid addiction science into concepts like population statistics, allelic frequencies, pedigrees, DNA function, cell communication, gene expression, biotechnology and bioethics in their lessons.

Presenters

Tamica Stubbs

Curriculum and Training Specialist, Bio-Rad Explorers

: The Bio-Rad Explorer program provides high quality biotech experiences for educators and students.

Saturday March 2, 2019 10:00am - 11:45am EST
Ford Ballroom

Biology, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Integrated Science, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, HS, Post Secondary

Session Type Vendor

10:00am EST

Science with a Story-line

Creating a real-life scenario for science learning allows students to see themselves in the role of a scientist, providing context for science processes that can seem abstract. Join us to participate in an example based on the plight of the Panamanian Golden Frog, a species on the brink of extinction. Participants will model field conservation methods, generate and explore theories on threats to the species, and work together to take action to help all amphibians.

Presenters

Akilah Franklin

Detroit Zoological Society

Claire Lannoye-Hall

Curator of Education, Detroit Zoological Society

Sandy Ling

Education Specialist, Detroit Zoological Society

Saturday March 2, 2019 10:00am - 11:45am EST
Emerald B

Biology, 3-5, MS | Environmental Science, 3-5, MS | STEM Education, 3-5, MS

10:00am EST

Incorporating Modeling Instruction with Mi-STAR

Incorporating Modeling (Whiteboarding) practices into Mi-STAR lessons for students engagement and learning. Come and gain ideas and strategies from teachers trained in Modeling Instruction, and as MiSTAR PLFs.

Presenters

Yonee Bryant-Kuiphoff

Science teacher, Linden Grove Middle School

Stephanie Wagner

Teacher, Portage North Middle School

Saturday March 2, 2019 10:00am - 11:45am EST
Fine Arts Room

General Session, MS | STEM Education, MS

11:00am EST

Students Leading Change to Protect Our Waterways

Place-based education (PBE) involves moving beyond classroom walls and teaching students through their own communities. Through PBE, students engage in real-world problem solving by identifying a need in their community and developing a solution to help address that need. This presentation will share how K-12 students can serve as leaders in the community to protect local waterways from pollution.

Presenters

Joanna Allerhand

Grand Valley State University

Jessica Vander Ark

Grand Valley State University

Amanda Syers

Program specialist, GVSU Center for Educational Partnerships

Saturday March 2, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Vandenberg B

Environmental Science, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS | Cross Curricular Integration, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS

11:00am EST

Observations of How NGSX is Transforming Classrooms for Both Teachers and Students

Kim will engage participants in an interactive presentation and lively discussion about the diverse impacts on both teachers and students of transforming classrooms using 3-dimensional learning called for in the Framework and NGSS.

Presenters

Kim Smith Kolasa

STEM Education Consultant, Seaborg Math & Science Center - NMU

Research interests in plant biology education and transitioning classrooms to NGSSPersonal hobbies include yoga, outdoor recreation, global travel and art

Saturday March 2, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Riverview Room

General Session, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Cross Curricular Integration, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary

11:00am EST

Head Full of STEAM

You have it all: your materials, your game plan, and your students' excitement. It's full STEAM ahead! Or is it? Are you prepared to stand back and lead your students effectively as they collaborate, question, solve, and even accept failure? With guidelines, tips, and suggested questions, you can make sure your head full of STEAM powers the momentum you want for a true STEAM experience!

Presenters

Steven Tezak

Director, STARBASE, Inc.

Steven Tezak is a Director and Instructor at DoD STARBASE in Alpena, MI where he has been teaching STEM principles to students for the past five years. WIth eight years of teaching and 12 years of skilled trades background, he has a dedication to teach STEM topics as well as safe... Read More →

Saturday March 2, 2019 11:00am - 11:45am EST
Atrium Room

STEM Education, 3-5, MS

11:00am EST

Flipping MEECS: Using Existing Materials in a Next Gen Classroom

The MEECS units are quality materials that have been used to teach Environmental Education topics across Michigan for years. In this workshop we will take a look at how to flip these units and create student led, science inquiry in your classroom.

Presenters

Gabrielle Likavec

Co-Cooridinator, Central Michigan University

I am a newly converted environmental educator who is passionate about creating science and socially conscious students!

MSTA 2019 pptx

Saturday March 2, 2019 11:00am - 12:45pm EST
Emerald A

Environmental Science, 3-5, MS | STEM Education, 3-5, MS | Cross Curricular Integration, 3-5, MS

11:00am EST

Elementary and Middle School Extravaganza

Join us for the MSTA Elementary and Middle School Extravaganza! Teachers and pre-service teachers will be sharing lessons, activities, resources, and outstanding trade books in a poster session type format. Come for a few minutes, or stay for the whole time. Either way you’ll walk away with a head full of ideas and a handful of materials.

Presenters

Susan Tate

Whitehall Middle School

Patti Bills

Conni Crittenden

Teacher, Explorer Elementary

I'm the Region 5 Regional Director for MSTA. Want to know more about MSTA and how to be involved? need help with sessions? presentations? getting involved at the national level? the Presidential Awards? getting funded for science? Come talk to me!

Betty Crowder

Visiting Instructor, Oakland University/MSTA

MSTA, Science Teacher Education, Leader Dogs for the Blind, Presidential Awards, Bees, Family, Friends.

Saturday March 2, 2019 11:00am - 12:45pm EST
Imperial Ballroom

Integrated Science, K-2, 3-5, MS | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS

11:00am EST

Coding Science Supplies! BEGINNER FRIENDLY!

ZERO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! Learn to use an Arduino to have your students create science equipment that they can use to collect data. In this session, we will build sensors that we can use to collect data in science experiments. Using an Arduino board and prewritten code you and your students can create the tools that are needed to complete almost any experiment. From ultrasonic distance sensors to thermometers, we can build it all!

Presenters

Cameron Bancroft

7th Science, Marquette Area Public Schools

Saturday March 2, 2019 11:00am - 12:45pm EST
Ottawa Room

STEM Education, MS, HS | Computer Science / Technology, MS, HS | Cross Curricular Integration, MS, HS

12:00pm EST

Increasing Student Engagement by Modifying Tasks

Modifying existing science tasks and activities to increase cognitive demand can also increase student engagement. Student teachers at Oakland University will share examples of their work to modify existing science activities and present cases demonstrating how to incorporate NGSS science and engineering practices in these efforts.

Presenters

Mark Olson

Associate Professor of Science Education, Oakland University

MSTA'19 IncreasingStudentEngagement pdf

Saturday March 2, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm EST
Grandview B/C

Biology, MS, HS | Chemistry, MS, HS | Physics, MS, HS | Integrated Science, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS

12:00pm EST

Five Phenomenon that Work in (almost) any Science Classroom.

From the first day of class to an entire unit design, phenomenon will drive the lesson plans. Five examples with explanation of how phenomenon work in a class setting. These have been used and work. Whether you are experienced or just getting started with NGSS and it's engineering practices and cross cutting concepts, there will be some original and USEABLE information provided on phenomenon.

Presenters

Andrew J. Frisch

Science and Mathematics Teacher, Farwell Area Schools

Saturday March 2, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm EST
Emerald B

12:00pm EST

Lessons Learned: The Do's and Don'ts of STEM Service Learning Projects

This session highlights the significance of incorporating service learning projects in STEM within the curriculum of teacher preparation programs. Future science educators collaborate with students in one middle school that focuses on STEM programs to design and implement a STEM project. Steps for a successful project implementation as well as observations from student meetings are discussed. Reflections from students involved in service learning help examine what makes or breaks a STEM learning project.

Presenters

Lina Jawad, Ed.D.

Lecturer, University of Michigan-Dearborn

Dr. Lina Jawad is a Lecturer at the College of Education, Health and Human Services at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. Dr. Jawad teaches science education and health education courses to students enrolled in the teacher preparation program at the University.

Saturday March 2, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm EST
Ruby Room

General Session, MS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, Post Secondary

12:00pm EST

Sustainable Schools: How to Become a Michigan Green School

Learn about the Michigan Green Schools program and leave with ideas on how to help your school earn recognition as a Michigan Green School. See the path Cedar Springs High School has taken to complete green activities, and hear from Kent County’s Green School coordinator about ways to earn recognition for schools focused on sustainability. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, start to plan their own Green Schools application, and walk away with resources and freebies.

Presenters

Edward Johns

Teacher, Cedar Springs High School

This is my tenth year teaching at the high school level. For the past six years I have taught Biology and Chemistry at Cedar Springs High School. Before working at Cedar Springs I was an Academic Interventionist and teacher at Houghton Lake High School for four years.

Lauren Westerman

Resource Recovery Specialist, Kent County Green Schools Coordinator, Kent County Dept of Public Works

I lead education programs at the Recycling & Education Center and South Kent Landfill. I also coordinate the MI Green Schools program for Kent County.

All About MI Green Schools MSTA 2019 pptx

Saturday March 2, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm EST
Kendall Room

General Session, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS | Environmental Science, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS | Integrated Science, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS

12:00pm EST

STEM Opportunities Beyond the Classroom

How do you engage your students with engineering in your classroom? Science Olympiad, MDOT Design & Build a Bridge Challenge and VEX robotics, provide STEM projects you can integrate into your classroom. Information will be provided on how to access the materials and how to use the resources for student competition both inside and outside your classroom.

Presenters

Deborah Hasselschwert

teacher, Laker High School

Currently, I teach Chemistry, Physics, Forensics, STEM, and Lab Science in a rural area. In addition, I coach Science Olympiad, VEX-EDR and participate in the MDOT Bridge Challenge. Feel free to ask me questions about any of classes or extra curricular activities. Go SCIENCE!

Sarah Jordan

Caseville Public Schools

MSTA STEM Opportunities 2019 pptx

Saturday March 2, 2019 12:00pm - 12:45pm EST
Riverview Room

Physics, MS, HS | Integrated Science, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS | Computer Science / Technology, MS, HS

12:00pm EST

STEAM Challenges: Creating cross-curricular events to engage all learners

This presentation is a how-to guide on the process of designing and running rigorous STEAM-based events to teach students across disciplines. While the examples will focus primarily on engaging at-risk high school students, the fundamental techniques and principles can be applied to reach learners of all grades and backgrounds! The session will include a variety of tools including: 1) Ready-to-use lessons tied to relevant standards, 2) Templates for creating your own STEAM Challenges, 3) Links and resources to aid in the process of making your classroom more STEAM-based, and 4) Interactive experiences putting you in the learner's seat. Come with questions, resources, ideas, and an open mind!

Presenters

Robert Barrett

HS Life Science Teacher, STEAM Program Coordinator, West Michigan Academy of Environmental Science

I'm a researcher-turned-teacher with interests in STEAM education, authentic science inquiry, coaching others in conflict management techniques, and serving high-needs populations

STEAM Challenges Creating events to engage pptx

STEAM Challenge – STEAM’d Review Game pptx

STEAMd Review Game pdf

STEAM Intervention Lessons WMAES 18 19 docx

Saturday March 2, 2019 12:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Grandview A

Biology, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Environmental Science, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, K-2, 3-5, MS, HS, Post Secondary

1:00pm EST

How fast is your brain? Easily introduce Neuroscience to K-12 Science Classrooms

In this session, you will be introduced to several classroom experiments which students can perform to precisely measure the speed of their reactions and reflexes by recording electricity from their own nervous systems! We will perform these experiments and more with DIY Neuroscience research tools which are affordable, accessible, and powerful additions to your life sciences classroom. Middle school teachers can meet NGSS like MS LS1 8 with project-based learning, and High School teachers can enhance their Freshman/Advanced Bio, Psychology, and Anatomy and Physiology classes with quantitative labs and experiences. Hope to see you at my workshop!

Presenters

Will Wharton

Poet and Content Development, Backyard Brains

Saturday March 2, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Plaza Boardroom A

Biology, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Cross Curricular Integration, MS, HS, Post Secondary

Session Type Vendor

1:00pm EST

Using Arduino-based sensors on nanosatellites to engage middle and high school students with science and coding

Learn about an NSF-funded project conducted by the Lawrence Hall of Science. Over a 3-year period, middle and high school students have been engaged in activities that involve programming Arduino-based sensors to collect data in and around the classroom, and from nanosatellites in low-earth orbit. Study sites include a science classroom, an after-school program, and a summer camp. Researchers were interested in whether access to a nanosatellite increased interest in science and/or coding.

Presenters

Matthew Cannady

Research Group Director, Lawrence Hall of Science-UC-Berkeley

John Howarth

Co-Director (retired), SEPUP, UC Berkeley

Timothy Hurt

Curriculum Developer, Lawrence Hall of Science-UC-Berkeley

Saturday March 2, 2019 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Ottawa Room

General Session, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS | Computer Science / Technology, MS, HS

1:00pm EST

Stop Creating Lesson Plans: Start Creating Learning Experiences

Engage your students to think and act like scientists. Be the teacher that transforms everyday lesson plans into authentic, memorable learning experiences with inquiry-focused instruction. Come with a willingness to inspire learning; leave with strategies and tools to make it happen.

Presenters

Dawn McCotter

Teacher Programs Manager, Van Andel Education Institute

Dawn devoted over 12 years to teaching science at Grand Haven High School with multiple classes including Earth Science, Physics, Astronomy, and Project Science. During her tenure, Dawn had the opportunity to work with diverse learners, from various academic and personal backgrounds... Read More →

Saturday March 2, 2019 1:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Emerald B

1:00pm EST

Never mind Strawberry Fields... Energy and Fields Forever

Conservation of energy is a foundational concept and one of the crosscutting concepts applied in all disciplines in three-dimensional learning. The terms used with energy and the way we think about energy have also changed with the Framework and NGSS. This workshop will share activities we use in our classes to build the concepts of energy, fields, and conservation of energy combining ideas from Modeling Instruction, Interactions Curriculum, and NGSS.

Presenters

Kristin Mayer

East Kentwood High School

Laura Sloma

Physics Teacher, East Kentwood High School

Saturday March 2, 2019 1:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Governor's Room

1:00pm EST

Deconstructing CERs to help students construct explanations

Scientists have been using CERs for centuries, but research shows that students still don’t understand the difference between evidence and reasoning. How do you help your students use this scientific tool like a scientist? Learn how to guide your students to distinguish between evidence and reasoning by digging into examples from the Mi-STAR curriculum. Handouts provided to support implementation of this practice in the classroom.

Presenters

John Kowalski

7th grade science teacher, White Pine Middle School

Tony Matthys

Mi-STAR

Saturday March 2, 2019 1:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Haldane Room

General Session, MS | Integrated Science, MS | STEM Education, MS

Strand Mi-STAR

1:00pm EST

Modeling dynamic systems using InsightMaker.com

Learn how to create system dynamics models with Insightmaker; a free, browser based modeling tool. Example modeling applications include predator-prey relationships, population dynamics, energy and water balances. This workshop will include an introduction on how Insightmaker can be used in the classroom, tutorials on getting started with developing system dynamics models with your students, managing models with groups, and how to share your models on the web. Visit www.insightmaker.com for more information. (Bring a laptop, if possible)

Presenters

Chuck Palosaari

Science Teacher, Adams Township School District

Saturday March 2, 2019 1:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Pullman Room

Integrated Science, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS | Computer Science / Technology, MS, HS

1:00pm EST

Helping Students with D=RxT

Do your students have difficulty keeping straight the relationship between distance, velocity, and time? The TI-Rover, a calculator-controlled robot can be used to help students experience that relationship and apply it to a task while learning programming. Beginners welcome.

Presenters

Marian Prince

Math Department, Andrews University

Saturday March 2, 2019 1:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Ruby Room

Physics, MS, HS | STEM Education, MS, HS | Computer Science / Technology, MS, HS

2:00pm EST

Global Health Got Protein

Incorporate NGSS science and engineering practices in your biology class by engaging students to define the problem of world hunger. Considering constraints, students will design a treatment plan (solution) for protein-energy malnutrition and test it via the Bradford Assay, in the form of an evidence-based argument.

Presenters

Tamica Stubbs

Curriculum and Training Specialist, Bio-Rad Explorers

: The Bio-Rad Explorer program provides high quality biotech experiences for educators and students.

Saturday March 2, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm EST
Plaza Boardroom A

Biology, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Chemistry, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Integrated Science, MS, HS, Post Secondary | STEM Education, MS, HS, Post Secondary | Cross Curricular Integration, MS, HS, Post Secondary

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