Teacher Professional Development Opportunities from NASA
Space Mathematics Series Part 2: Active Math
Event Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 6:30 PM EDT – 7:30 PM EDT
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades 5-9.
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Space Mathematics is a two part series designed to introduce educators to some of the resources from NASA education and help them make the critical linkage between Mathematics and Science in the classroom. In Part 2 – Active Math, participants will explore the use of inquiry to reinforce mathematics skills while engaging students with hands on activities.
While this webinar is presented as a part of a series, participation in the other webinar of the series is not required.
Earth System Science Series, Part 2: Remote Sensing
Event Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 6:30 PM EDT – 7:30 PM EDT
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades 6-12.
URL: https://paragon-tec.adobeconnect.com/admin/show-event-catalog
Earth System Science Series is a three part series designed to help teachers explain Earth's natural processes. In Part 2 – Remote Sensing and Technology, participants will look at different tools (Satellites) available to do Remote Sensing not just on planet Earth but also other planets and moons in our Solar System. How scientists used these satellites and missions to study the geological features, weather and climate changes on Earth and remote locations of our Solar System. Participants will also be introduced to online resources and NASA projects related to Remote Sensing.
While this webinar is presented as a part of a series, participation in the other webinar of the series is not required.
K-2 NASA Education Series – Part 2: Art
Event Date: Thursday, October 23, 2014 7:00 PM EDT – 8:00 PM EDT
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades K-2.
URL: https://paragon-tec.adobeconnect.com/admin/show-event-catalog
K-2 NASA Education Series – Part 2: Art and the Cosmic Connection. This webinar is Part 2 of a three part series designed to guide Elementary teachers (PreK-5) to some of the NASA Elementary Resources. The art segment of the series will look at different lesson plans and teacher guides available as pdf files or interactive websites. The resources are designed to be implemented in the Elementary classroom. NASA has brought together the geology of our solar system and art to create a high interest lesson. Resources will address the NGSS standards as well as Engineering Design and Problem Based Learning.
While this webinar is presented as a part of a series, participation in the other webinars of the series is not required.
K-2 NASA Education Series – Part 3: Science
Event Date: Monday, October 27, 2014 6:30 PM EDT – 7:30 PM EDT
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades K-2.
URL: https://paragon-tec.adobeconnect.com/admin/show-event-catalog
K-2 NASA Education Series – Part 3: Science. This webinar is Part 3 of a three part series designed to guide Elementary teachers (PreK-5) to some of the NASA Elementary Resources. The science segment of the series will look at different lesson plans and teacher guides available as pdf files or interactive websites. The resources are designed to be implemented in the Elementary classroom. NASA's educational materials focusing on Life Science, Earth Science and Physical Science will be explored. Resources will address the NGSS standards as well as Engineering Design and Problem Based Learning.
While this webinar is presented as a part of a series, participation in the other webinars of the series is not required.
High School Space Math
Event Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2014 6:00 PM EDT – 7:00 PM EDT
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades 9-12.
URL: https://paragon-tec.adobeconnect.com/admin/show-event-catalog
High School Space Math is a presentation designed to introduce High School educators to some of the resources from NASA education and help them make the critical linkage between Mathematics and Science in the classroom. Educators will understand how to utilize NASA unique resources and content to reinforce mathematics skills while engaging students in hands on activities.
The Human Body: Challenges of Living in Space
Event Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2014 6:30 PM EDT – 7:30 PM EDT
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades 5-8.
URL: https://paragon-tec.adobeconnect.com/admin/show-event-catalog
Explore the effects of microgravity on the human body. Learn how research on the International Space Station relates to us here on Earth. Understand the detrimental effects that living in space has on the body and why this knowledge is essential for human missions to Mars. During this webinar you will also engage in a informative and fun inquiry activity for students to do in your classroom.
LRO Measuring the Temperature of the Moon
Event Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014 6:00 PM EDT – 7:00 PM EDT
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades 5-9.
URL: https://paragon-tec.adobeconnect.com/admin/show-event-catalog
The Diviner Lunar Radiometer instrument featured on the 2009 Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) is designed to measure surface temperatures on the moon, even during an eclipse! Stay current with lunar content and join NASA Research Scientist, Dr. Paul O. Hayne, to discuss lunar eclipse observations up close and personal. LRO Education Specialist, Andrea Jones, will provide classroom resources for grades 5-9+ educators. Please bring any related science questions to this live session.
Guest Presenters: Dr. Paul O. Hayne, Geophysics and Planetary Geosciences, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory & LRO Education Specialist, Andrea Jones
Mass vs. Weight: What's the Big Difference Anyway?
Event Date: Thursday, October 30, 2014 6:30 PM EDT – 7:30 PM EDT
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades 5-8.
URL: https://paragon-tec.adobeconnect.com/admin/show-event-catalog
Mass and weight have very different meanings and often incorrectly used. This workshop will explore mass and weight, along with forces and motion, utilizing NASA curriculum which integrates education video filmed on-board the International Space Station (ISS) by the astronauts, NASA online resources, Newton’s Laws of Motion, and STEM inquiry activities. Come experience and enjoy this “heavy-duty" topic.
Know Your Earth Series-Part 1: Studying Earth's Changes
Event Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades K-2.
URL: https://paragon-tec.adobeconnect.com/admin/show-event-catalog
Know Your Earth Series is a two part series designed to help educators understand NASA’s newest Earth Science Missions and how to utilize their educational resources.
In Part 1: Studying Earth’s Changes, participants will get an overview of Earth Science at NASA and the educational opportunities offered by NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility, one of the oldest launch sites in the world located on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Planet Earth is an ever-changing world that NASA continues to explore in order for societies to meet the challenges of the future. Join this webinar to learn more about how you can play a part in bringing NASA Earth Mission activities to life within the walls of your classroom.
While this webinar is presented as a part of a series, participation in the other webinars of the series is not required.
Know Your Earth Series-Part 2: From Satellites to Students
Event Date: Thursday, November 6, 2014 4:00 PM EST – 5:00 PM EST
Audience: In-service, Pre-service, Informal, and Home-school Educators, grades K-2.
URL: https://paragon-tec.adobeconnect.com/admin/show-event-catalog
Know Your Earth Series is a two part series designed to help educators better understand NASA’s newest Earth Science Missions and how to utilize their educational resources. In Part 2 – From Satellites to Students, participants will receive information from NASA experts on satellite missions including the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM), Orbiting Carbon Observatory-2 (OCO-2) and Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) satellites. Discover various resources and hands-on activities that have been developed to help your students learn about Earth Science and how these missions will benefit society.
While this webinar is presented as a part of a series, participation in the other webinars of the series is not required.
