UtSTA 2024: Out-Of-This-World Science Teaching

I will make sure to share examples for each of the 4 standards for 8th grade, while including some online, written, & hands on based. I will prioritize the first 2. Many teachers feel more comfortable with shifting a lab to an assessment, but doing a written or online that is 3D is harder to think of and put together effectively. I can present on something different, but this kind of thing would be the most helpful to me so that's what I would share.

These activities have students observe the phenomenon of flight and examine how the interactions between lift, drag, thrust, and weight affects how an airframe flies. Students will design and build paper airplanes and use the information gained from this lesson to predict patterns of motions in their designs. This activity supports SEEd standard 3.3.1, concerning the effects of balanced and unbalanced forces, and SEEd standard 3.3.3, concerning the gravitational effects of Earth. This presentation is offered thanks to funding provided by the Northrop Grumman Foundation, and in partnership with the Clark Planetarium.

Phenomenon-based science instruction is used to teach learners the Disciplinary Core Idea Newton's 2nd Law related to Utah SEEd Physics Standard 1.1. The Science and Engineering practice of Analyze and Interpret Data and the Cross Cutting Concept of Cause and Effect will be used to derive the equation.
Participants will also learn how Technology Mediated Lesson Study was used to develop the lesson plan.

Join us for "Ooblek Odyssey,” where we embark on an interdisciplinary journey through the captivating world of Ooblek. This interactive session invites educators to explore the unique properties of Ooblek—a non-Newtonian fluid—while seamlessly integrating engineering practices, inquiry-based learning, and cross-cutting concepts across various disciplines. Look at where SEEd standards 5.2 and 6.2 meet and get ideas about how you can work together to build mastery in your students.

Through engaging demonstrations and hands-on activities, participants will discover how Ooblek serves as a powerful educational tool to foster critical thinking and scientific inquiry. By examining Ooblek through a cross-curricular lens, we will unveil its potential to enhance learning experiences in science, language arts and beyond.

Whether you're a seasoned educator seeking innovative teaching strategies or a curious learner eager to delve into the wonders of matter, this presentation promises to inspire, educate, and ignite a passion for interdisciplinary exploration.

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