garystager on January 4th, 2009
TurtleArt image by Brian Silverman
Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge is less than three weeks away (January 22), but there is still time to register for the most innovative S.T.E.M. learning event of the year.
Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge is a pre-conference event at Educon 2.1 at the Science Leadership Academy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 23-25, 2009. Come learn from some of the most dynamic practitioners in the world of math, science and technology in an intimate minds-on setting.
The following is a tentative program for the January 22nd institute (subject to change):
Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge
January 22, 2009
Program
9:00 AM Welcome - Christopher Lehmann – Principal of Science Leadership Academy
9:10 AM Keynote Address: Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge - Gary Stager
9:30 AM Plenary Session: Playful Invention - Brian Silverman
10:00 AM Plenary Session: Using Modeling Technology in Education: A Revolution in the Making - Carolyn Staudt
10:30 AM Workshop Session #1 (Choose one of the following)
Inquiry-driven Projects and the Development of S.T.E.M. Skills (David Thornburg)
This workshop will give a brief overview of why STEM subjects should be integrated, how inquiry and PBL fits into the equation, and then we move to groups that will address a serious current real-world problem with a view toward developing insights and deeper skills than could ever come from a textbook.
The New Dynamic Classroom: Teaching & Learning Math with Technology and Web 2.0 (Ihor Charischak)
Come and experience a series of unique & compelling activities that incorporate significant software environments (Spreadsheets, MicroWorlds, and Sketchpad) that will help a teacher to engage their students in gaining a deeper understanding of powerful mathematical ideas. For more information see http://DMCpress.org
Turtle Art: The Art of Exploration, the Exploration of Art (Brian Silverman)
One of the great benefits of computers in education is they are for exploration and experimentation. This workshop will be about exploring with computers, examples taken from math and art.
Using Modeling Technology in Education: A Revolution in the Making (Carolyn Staudt)
This workshop will use the Concord Consortium’s Molecular Toolbench to explore how free and open-source modeling software may be used by students and teachers in creating simulations of powerful scientific phenomena.
12:00 PM Lunch & conversation (provided)
1:00 PM Workshop Session #2 (Choose one of the workshops offered in the morning)
2:30 PM End of Workshop Session #2
2:45 PM Closing panel discussion, sharing & reflection – Where do we go from here?
3:30 PM Day complete
Speaker bios may be read here.
Register for CMK M/S today!
admin on October 14th, 2008
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Dr. David Thornburg, one of the world’s most popular and prominent innovators in educational technology will lead two workshops at the Educon 2.1 preconference event, Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge.
Dr. Thornburg’s latest project is the Thornburg Center for Space Exploration.
David Thornburg joins a stellar faculty for this one-of-a-kind professional learning event. The other presenters are: Gary Stager, Ph.D, Brian Silverman, Carolyn Staudt and Ihor Charischak.
Early-bird registration discounts are now in effect.
admin on October 1st, 2008
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Mark Your Calendars!
Constructing Modern Knowledge 2009 promises to be an even better institute than in 2008. Once again, participants will enjoy a collaborative environment committed to knowledge construction, computing and creativity.
World-class guest speakers (to be announced shortly) will join a stellar faculty dedicated to supporting each learner.
Constructing Modern Knowledge 2009 will be held in Manchester, New Hampshire on July 13-16, 2008 with a preconference event on July 12th.
Registration information will be published soon. Please enter your email address in the field below and we will keep you posted and keep checking this blog for news about next July’s premiere professional learning opportunity!
garystager on September 3rd, 2008
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Save the date!
Educon 2.1 Preconference Event
I’m pleased to announce a one-of-a-kind educational event for January 22, 2009 at Philadelphia’s Science Leadership Academy. Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge is a minds-on institute for K-12 teachers, administrators and technology coordinators looking for practical and inspirational ways to use computers to enhance S.T.E.M. learning. Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge is a preconference event @ Educon 2.1
Our presenters represent high-tech pioneers and seasoned veterans at the forefront of innovation in math, science and computing.
- Brian Silverman has been involved in the invention of dozens of Logo versions (including LogoWriter & MicroWorlds), Scratch, LEGO robotics and the PicoCricket. An incomparable presenter, Brian is a Consulting Scientist to the MIT Media Lab, a brilliant mathematician and master tinkerer.
- Carolyn Staudt is a veteran science educator who leads professional development for the Concord Consortium. She will be leading presentations and workshops on scientific modeling with open-source computing tools.
- Ihor Charischak is a veteran mathematics educator and active NCTM member who recently retired from the Stevens Instiute of Technology’s Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education. He will lead workshops on “Mathematics and Computing Innovation for Monday Morning.”
- Dr. David Thornburg is the Director of the Thornburg Center for Professional Development and The Thornburg Center for Space Exploration. He has been at the forefront of educational technology since the 1970s.
- Dr. Gary Stager is the day’s keynote speaker and organizer. He is a Visiting Professor at Pepperdine University, Executive Director of the Constructivist Consortium and a popular education journalist.
The day features a keynote address, two plenary sessions, a choice of four workshops run twice and closing panel discussion.
Come to Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge and stay for Educon 2.1!
More specific information about the day’s sessions will be published in the near future. 
Registration includes the complete conference program and lunch. Bring your own laptop!
Save $35 by taking advantage of early-bird registration before November 1st.
Super early-bird registration (before November 1) - $90
Early-bird registration (before December 15) - $120
Regular registration - $130
You may register for both Constructing Modern Knowledge M/S and Educon 2.1 with one click.
Click here for hotel and travel information.
1 CEU from Pepperdine University is available for an additional fee.
Download & print the Constructing Modern Math/Science Knowledge poster.
Registration is Limited - Click here to register today!
