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“Can we have a group test?” Designing collaborative, active, alternative assessments for physics and chemistry classes

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“Can we have a group test?” Designing collaborative, active, alternative assessments for physics and chemistry classes


Led by​: Kelly O'Shea




The Next Generation Science Standards require that students construct explanations and design solutions using scientific practices. Lab practicums are an engaging and effective way for students to demonstrate their understanding. At the same time, students often learn and work in groups, and scientists also work in teams. How can we design assessments that challenge students to use their practical skills while also reflecting the social nature of scientific understanding? In this workshop, participants will experience a collaborative practical exam, learn about different approaches to group and practical assessments, think through how to apply these assessments in their own classrooms, and have an opportunity to design and try out a practical assessment of their own. Examples will be presented from both high school physics and chemistry classes.


Up to 15 teachers paid by NYC DOE can earn compensation at the “per session ($45.65/hour)” hourly rate for attending this workshop. (More info in the FAQ section below)
Pizza lunch for all at 1 pm! 
Note: Please sign up for ONLY 1 workshop on May 13th NOT BOTH.  As these two workshops are both 3 hours and run simultaneously from 10am to 1pm in separate rooms at Teachers College.

 

WHITEBOARDS & T-SHIRTS

You can buy a:

  • STEMteachersNYC T-shirt for $10 (S, M, L, XL, XXL, some sizes limited availability)
  • Whiteboards: 6 Whiteboards in a bundle for $30, or single boards for $5 each (unbundled) at the workshop

Cash and carry  - You MUST have cash in the right amount; we can't give change.

 

PHOTOGRAPHS AND VIDEO RECORDINGS. 

We take photographs and record video of our workshops in order to publicize a positive image of science teaching, and of STEMteachersNYC - a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. If you register, you are agreeing to be photographed and to have your voice and image video-recorded. You are also agreeing to relinquish all your rights to the photographs and video recordings. 

If you do not wish to be photographed or video-recorded, you must inform us when you check in at the beginning of the workshop. We will take one photograph of your face so that we can erase your image if we happen to catch it by chance during the workshop, and we will do our best to avoid you. We would also appreciate your cooperation in positioning yourself at the edge of the group so as to help us avoid you.  

 

To join STEMteachersNYC, fill out survey: <tinyurl.com/modelingsurvey>

(Members find out about workshops first and can sign up before others.) 

 

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FAQs 

Is there a fee to attend this workshop?

Yes.  There is a $19.99 attendance fee.

For weekend workshops after January 1, 2017 the ticket price has increased from $16.29 ($15 plus $1.29 Eventbrite service fee) to a flat $19.99. To hold the fee below $20, we will now pay the Eventbrite service fee.  
This small increase will help us move toward our goal of making STEMteachersNYC a fully sustainable organization. We appreciate your understanding and support and look forward to seeing you this coming 2017 season.

 

Is STEMteachersNYC an approved NYC DOE Vendor?

Yes. Here is the Vendor #STE-068881

  

How can NYC DOE teachers receive compensation at the per session ($45.65/hour) rate for attending this workshop?

Teachers must purchase one of the available 15 NYC DOE tickets. Following this teachers must visit the following Google Drive folder 2017 NYC DOE Forms and Instructions, download and read the instruction sheet,  bring a printed resume, print 2 additional forms and bring them completed to the workshop.  At the workshop the resume and forms will be submitted.

Please note that the DOE can be notoriously slow about issuing per session checks. STEMteachersNYC will submit your per session documents promptly to the DOE, but we do not have any control over, responsibility for, or involvement in the payment process after we submit the forms to the DOE.  

If you have any trouble accessing the forms please email registration@stemteachersnyc.org

Is there a special pricing for TC students for this workshop?

Yes. TC students recieve a 50% discount on STEMtNYC workshops. To receive your discount code, please send an email to STEMteachersNYC Registrar (Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org). You will be asked to present a current TC student card at the door on the day of the workshop. 

Is there a special pricing for TC students for this workshop?

Yes. TC students recieve a 50% discount on STEMtNYC workshops. To receive your discount code, please send an email to STEMteachersNYC Registrar (Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org). You will be asked to present a current TC student card at the door on the day of the workshop. 

 

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Questions about registration and payments for this event should be addressed to STEMteachersNYC Registrar (Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org).

Is the reservation fee refundable?

It depends, please be sure you are able to attend the workshop prior to registering for it. 

If you for some reason can nolonger attend and let the Registrar know (Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org) one week or more before the workshop, you can get a free credit for a future workshop.  If less than one week notification is given no refund is given, but if you want to take it as a donation, you must email and directly request an official acknowledgment of your donation.

If you mistakenly register for 2 workshops that take place at the same time, we will not be able to refund the fee. 

 

Is my reservation/ticket transferrable?

Possibly, please contact STEMteachersNYC Registrar (Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org) if you need to transfer your reservation to a different person/name.

 

Can I update my reservation information?

Yes, you can update your reservation information.

 

The name on the reservation/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?

No, please contact STEMteachersNYC Registrar (Registration@STEMteachersNYC.org) to address this.


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