January 01, 2020

This spring we will be focusing our Share-A-Thons on a deep dive into the Science and Engineering Practices.  We will be partnering with teacher Leaders from Shelby County Schools, who will share lessons and ideas for incorporating the SEPs from their own classrooms. Please note the dates below!

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February 1st: Asking Questions, Planning and Carrying Out Investigations, Analyzing and Interpreting Data (registration opens January 20)

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February 29th: Engaging in Argument from Evidence, Obtaining, Evaluating, and Communicating Information (registration opens February 17th)

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March 28th: Developing and Using Models, Constructing Explanations, Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking (registration opens March 16th)

November 09, 2019

Thank you to everyone who attended a Share-A-Thon this fall!  If you did not already provide feedback, please use the button below to let us know what you thought and give suggestions for future Share-A-Thons.

August 10, 2019

Mark your calendars! This fall we are planning two Share-A-Thons:

• September 14: 3-D Science Assessment

• November 2: Literacy and 3-D Science

Registration for each will open 2 weeks ahead of time.  As always, we will be at the U of M, have breakfast at 9:00 am, meet from 9:30 – 11:30 am and have door prizes and lots of fun! 

Please make sure to tell your colleagues and have them sign up for the MAST Listserv if they haven’t already!

May 04, 2019

Registration for the last Share-A-Thon of Spring Semester, 2019 is now open!  The topic is Phenomena Based Science Learning.  We will explore how to create 3D science units and lessons based on understanding phenomena.  

Please use the link below to reserve your spot!

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Date: May 4, 2019

Time: 9:30am - 12:30 pm 

Breakfast and check-in at 9:00

Location: University Center, Room 350 (Fountain View)

April 06, 2019

Registration for the April Share-A-Thon is now open!  This Share-A-Thon will focus on Integrating Technology into 3-D Science Teaching. 

We will be back in the University Center, Room 304 (Bluff Room).  As always, we will have breakfast at 9:00 and meet from 9:30 – 11:30 am, and door prizes at the end.  

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If you attended the April Share-A-Thon, please use the link below to provide feedback.

March 02, 2019

Our first Share-A-Thon for Spring, 2019 is Optimizing Your Classroom for 3-D Science Learning.  In this Share-A-Thon, we will discussion how to set up a 3-D learning environment in your classroom and how to manage the unique aspects of science teaching with the new standards.  We'll look at how to get your classes engaging in the science and engineering practices through demos and inquiry labs and address some of the logistical challenges of managing a science classroom.  As always, breakfast will be provided and there will be doorprizes!  Please click below to reserve your spot!

January 01, 2019

I hope everyone had a relaxing and refreshing break and your semester is off to a great start!  We will be resuming our regular Share-A-Thons in early March.  In order to help us plan, please take a minute to complete the survey on the suggested topics for this semester’s Share-A-Thons by clicking the button below.

Once we’ve decided on dates and topics, registration information will be posted here and shared through the MAST listserv.

November 17, 2018

The focus of this Share-A-Thon will be on Integrating Engineering in Science Class, based on the new standards and incorporating the science and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts.  We will explore what engineering looks like in science class and do some sample engineering activities.  As usual, there will be resources, activities, breakfast, and doorprizes!

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If you attended the November Share-A-Thon, please use the link below to provide feedback.

November 03, 2018

Please see the attached flyer for information about the upcoming Project Learning Tree Training.  Project LearningTree is a fully integrated STEM  curriculum based in environmental literacy.  The training is November 3, from 10:00am – 2:00pm at the U of M Field Station adjacent to Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park, with a  follow up session near the end of the school year.    The training is totally free and includes lunch, training in using ProjectLearning Tree Activities, and a curriculum/resource guide.  The focus of this first training will be 3rd – 5th grade teachers.  The attached flyer has more details.

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Please forward this information to any other elementary teachers you think may be interested!  Space is limited!

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Use the link below to register.

October 27, 2018

The focus of this Share-A-Thon will be on Lesson Planning using the new standards and incorporating the science and engineering practices and crosscutting concepts.  The format will be slightly different – instead of sharing already written 5E Learning Cycle Lesson Plans, you will be working with other teachers in your grade/content area to create your own plans.  We will still provide resources, activities, breakfast, and doorprizes!

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If you participated in the October Share-A-Thon on Lesson Planning, please use the link below to provide feedback!

September 22, 2018

Registration for the September 22 Share-A-Thon is now open! Please use this link to register: Share-A-Thon Registration

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Date: September 22, 2018

Time: 9:30 - 11:30 am (check-in/ breakfast at 9:00)

Location: University of Memphis, University Center Memphis Room (340)

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Please remember that the registrations are used to help us to help us plan accordingly and determine the amount of resources we will need for the Share-A-Thon.  If for some reason you register and find you can no longer attend, please email kswade@memphis.edu so that we can adjust and/or someone else can have your spot.

Note: There is a change of location for this year’s Share-A-Thon, we will be meeting in the University Center.   I will send out more details about logistics directly before the event.

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If you attended this Share-A-Thon, please click below to provide your feedback.

August 21, 2018

Happy Fall Semester, Science Teachers!

As you’re planning your semester, please note that we will have three Share-A-Thons this semester:

September 22: New Science Standards / Crosscutting Concepts

October 27: Lesson Planning with the New Standards (Focus on 5E lessons)

November 17: Incorporating Engineering Practices in Your Classroom

Registration will open two weeks before each Share-A-Thon. 

March 03, 2018

Location: FedEx Institute of Technology, University of Memphis

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This second installment of our Share-A-Thon will be based on feedback and suggestions from teachers.  We will focus on a more in-depth look at the Science and Engineering Practices and Cross Cutting Concepts, and will look at more lesson plans that are aligned to both the new and old TN Science Standards.  There will also be plenty of time to talk with other science teachers and share ideas, and we will have new door prizes!

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CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE FEEDBACK SURVEY!

January 20, 2018

Location: FedEx Institute of Technology, University of Memphis

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Attention all Memphis-Area science teachers!  The University of Memphis, in partnership with Shelby County Schools, invites you to our first Science Share-a-Thon!  In this free, informal professional development session, you will learn about the NEW Tennessee Science Standards, get some practical lesson plans to use in your classroom immediately, and network with new and experienced science teachers.  There will also be a continental breakfast (starting at 9:00am) and door prizes! 

Shelby County teachers, you can reserve your spot and get PD credit through PLZ.  Just register for “Science Share-a-thon,” #15161, section 20110. 

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FEEDBACK SURVEY