Friday, December 1, 2017

Upcoming Course for Science

We are pleased to offer a new science learning option for Southeast Polk teachers. This online course is for teachers and coaches who would like to learn more about our new state science standards.  This course is intended for teachers that have some knowledge of the NGSS framework but have not yet had the opportunity to dig deeper and learn more about the instructional shifts required by the standards.  This course is eligible for TQ funds if you haven't applied for funds this year.  The TQ application form may be found in this blog post. 


Topics include:
- Understanding Three Dimensional Learning
- Using the science EQuiP rubric to assess instructional materials
- Scientific Phenomena
- Unpacking of standards
- Developing unit Story Lines

This course will be offered on the Canvas learning management system and has enabled open enrollment. Students can self-enroll in the course once you share with them this URL:https://canvas.instructure.com/enroll/7NFT93. Alternatively, they can sign up at https://canvas.instructure.com/register and use the following join code: 7NFT93


*******Register Now for this online course! (Our first meeting - Jan 9th is face-face, the remainder is online & self-paced)

1. To register for this course and paying with a credit card, either click on the activity number link below or if you have problems with the link, please go online to www.heartlandaea.org.  Click on Professional Development, and then click on Heartland AEA PD Catalog.
2. On the catalog search page, scroll down to Or Enter an Activity Number and enter the activity number:
Activity Name: Iowa Science Standards Level 2- Designing Units
Activity #: DR450161011801
Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 2018.
Location:​ Southeast Polk Sr. High School

$35.00 - License renewal credit or $0 - No credit

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