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11:00am MST

Using Science Probes in the Elementary Classroom to support writing and science understanding

Friday January 17, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am MST

This will be an introduction into Page Keeley's Scince Probes. This formative assessment tool can be used in the elementary classroom to support writing and science. The probes are designed to uncover the ideas students bring to their science learning. The teachers will have time to find or develop a probe they can use in their next science unit.

Speakers

Michele Mann

Math Content Specialist, Adams State University

Michele Mann received her bachelor’s degree from Furman University in biology with science teacher licensure. She completed a Master of Arts degree in Biology (with an emphasis in education) from the University of South Florida. Michele earned her Ph.D. in STEM Education from the... Read More →

Friday January 17, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am MST
McDaniel 281

1:00pm MST

Using Manipulatives to Teach Biotechnology

Friday January 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:50pm MST

McDaniel 281

In this presentation we will investigate how to use different manipulatives to teach biotechnology concepts and techniques. Those that attend will have the opportunity to borrow these manipulatives to use in their classrooms.

Speakers

Michele Mann

Math Content Specialist, Adams State University

Friday January 17, 2025 1:00pm - 2:50pm MST
McDaniel 281