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ProgramGuide: CMSE Programs for Teachers

Future Programs Open to New Registrants

Fall and Spring 2000-01

AIMS Workshops

Three-hour introductory workshops February 12 (grades 3-5) and 13 (grades K-2). AIMS is a nationally-known, hands-on program integrating mathematics and science.

Science and the Natural Setting of the Triangle

Join us for an integrated package of professional development activities to help teachers learn how to use their own school grounds and natural sites throughout the Triangle area as resources for inquiry science instruction. Included in the package are three workshops eligible for credit towards the environmental education certification of the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Open to all teachers. Stipends and substitute support provided.

Solid Ground: Tar Heel Soils

This workshop will help participating teachers understand the rock cycle, soil formation, soil structure, and the nature of soil erosion in central North Carolina. March 13-14 (substitute support provided). Open to teachers of grades 3-8.

 

Summer/Fall 2001 institutes

Project LAST: Literacy Acquisition via Science Teaching

This course for teachers of grades K-2 will focus on teaching literacy skills using science content and integrated projects as the vehicle. June 11-22, 2001, in Chapel Hill. 7.2 units of renewal credit; stipends provided.

Middle Grades Math Tools and Technology

A two-week intensive institute for teachers in Grades 6, 7, and 8. A complete intermediate mathematics manipulatives kit will be provided to enhance the teaching of conceptually-based mathematics. June 11-22, 2001, at Southern Middle School in Roxboro. 7.2 units of renewal credit; stipends provided.

MAST I: Mathematics and Science Technology

This is a science and mathematics course for teachers of grades 3-8, modeling the activities of a restructured classroom heavily based in technology as a tool for instruction. June 18-29, 2001, in Chapel Hill. 7.2 units of renewal credit; stipends provided.

MAST II: Mathematics and Science Technology II

For teachers in grades 3-8 who have previously received professional development in using classroom technologies in mathematics and science education. The course will strengthen the technological knowledge of these teachers and help them apply technology to their instruction in restructured, workstation-based classrooms. June 18-29, 2001, location TBA. 7.2 units of renewal credit; stipends provided.

GLOBE/GIS

For teams of two teachers from a school, grades K-12, a course applying GLOBE and GIS for both teacher-guided and student-designed inquiry projects. Four Friday-Saturday sessions (August 3-4, September 7-8, October 19-20, and November 2-3) plus two days at the NCSTA conference (November 15-16). 6.0 units of renewal credit; stipends and substitute support provided.

 

Current Programs in Progress

ChUSE: Chatham United for Science Education

The planning phase is underway for a proposed local systemic reform project to improve K-8 mathematics and science instruction in Chatham County.

Global Science Leaders for the 21st Century

For K-5 teachers in Durham; three years of professional development featuring Project GLOBE.

Project LAST: Literacy Acquisition via Science Teaching

A two-week summer institute in Chapel Hill, June 12-23, plus two follow-up days in November, focusing on teaching literacy skills using science content and integrated projects as the vehicle. For teachers of grades K-2. 7.2 renewal credits (including 1.8 in technology).

Mathematics and Science Technology II

This two-week course strengthens the technological knowledge of teachers of grades 3-8 and help them apply technology to their instruction in restructured, workstation-based classrooms. June 12-23, location TBA, plus two follow-up days in November 2000 and March 2001. For teachers of grades 3-8. 7.2 renewal credits, all in technology.

Mathematics and Science Technology I

Two-week course on effective classroom use of video cameras, CD ROMs, laser disks, scanners, probeware, databases, spreadsheets, desktop publishing, telecommunications, the Internet/World Wide Web, HyperStudio, and the design of multimedia productions. June 19-30 at McDougle Middle School, Chapel Hill-Carrboro. For teachers of grades 3-8. 6.0 renewal credits, all in technology.

Curricular Improvement Programs Available

CMSE is an official professional development site for each of these nationally-known curricula. If your school or school system is interested in any of them, please contact us. We'll be glad to plan with you for future offerings to meet your needs.

AIMS: Activities Integrating Mathematics and Science

A nationally-acclaimed program designed to enrich the education of students in kindergarten through grade nine using a hands-on approach integrating mathematics and science.

The Connected Mathematics Project

A new integrated mathematics curriculum for middle schools, developed with support from the National Science Foundation.

Down to Earth Teacher Recertification Workshop

For all certified teachers, teacher assistants, education coordinators, etc. Enjoy a learning experience that makes soil and water conservation concepts come to life.

EQUALS

a hands-on activities program developed at the Lawrence Hall of Science that is designed to promote the participation of women and minorities in mathematics and science.

GEMS: Great Explorations in Mathematics and Science

an activity-based integrated mathematics and science program using accessible everyday materials and designed for successful presentation by teachers who may or may not have special background in math or science.

Project GLOBE

For all grades, an international program of environmental study and education, founded by Vice President Al Gore and supported by many federal agencies.

Using Insects in the Classroom

For grades K-3, a new hands-on science curriculum, developed in Arizona with support from the National Institutes of Health.

Center for Mathematics and Science Education CB # 3500, UNC Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3500 (919) 966-5922 http://www.unc.edu/depts/cmse/programs.html cmse@email.unc.edu

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