STEM Ed Announcement: TECHNOLOGY FOR MATH AND SCIENCE EDUCATORS

["Mort Sternheim" <mort@k12s.phast.umass.edu>]

This is not a UMass Amherst position.
 Contact information is below.
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 Westfield State University
 
 July 5 - July 8th, and July 11- TWRFM 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
 IDIS 0536 TECHNOLOGY FOR MATH AND SCIENCE EDUCATORS
 Course Description:  Students in this course will explore and
 investigate topics in mathematics, science and engineering technology
 through an integrated approach.  Several scientific and engineering
 topics will be studied with the underlying mathematical principles
 required for complete understanding.  Students will learn to use tools
 and technology such as graphing calculator, data collection devices,
 computer programs, laboratory equipment, etc. that are appropriate for
 mathematics, science and engineering design. Participants will develop
 hands-on classroom activities integrating science, mathematics, and
 engineering technology.  Hands-on classroom activities using low cost
 readily available materials include constructing parachutes, bridges,
 building structures, wind powered vehicles, amusement park rides,
 catapults, and gliders.  These activities will incorporate the
 standards of the NCTM (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics),
 ITEA (International Technology Education Association) and the
 Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for mathematics, science, and
 engineering technology. (3 Credits)
 
 July 12 - July 15th, and July 18- TWRFM 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
 IDIS 0550 SCIENCE & MATH TECHNOLOGY
 Course Description:  A survey of the major innovations in technology
 during the past twenty years and their effects upon the biological and
 physical sciences. Topics covered will include, but not be limited to,
 computer analyses and simulations, DNA amplification procedures, and
 genetic engineering.  Groups will work on selected topics as projects
 and subsequently present their work to the entire class.  Students
 will learn to use tools and technology such as graphing calculator,
 data collection devices, computer programs, laboratory equipment, etc.
 that are appropriate for the project and presentations. (3 Credits)
 
 Division of Graduate and Continuing Education, Westfield State University
 (413) 572-8020
 http://www.wsc.ma.edu/offices-services/graduate-continuing-education/
 
 
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 Dr. Mary Ann Connors
 Professor of Mathematics
 Department of Mathematics
 Westfield State University
 Westfield, MA 01086
 mconnors@wsc.ma.edu
 http://www.wsc.ma.edu/math/faculty/connors/mconnors.asp
 Phone: 413.572.5717
 Fax: 413.572.5617
 
  
  
  
  
  
  
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