2019 Hawaii STEM Conference Teacher Agenda will be made available in the near future.
Check out this past conference’s teacher breakout sessions to get a feel of what to expect!
K-20 Cybersecurity Education: Programs & Resources for Educators
Presented by: Steve LaFountain, Blair Taylor, Lisa Houck, Purdue University
This workshop will provide a wealth of useful information and resources for educators who are looking to teach cybersecurity. We will talk about several funded projects that are producing curriculum, faculty development, and curriculum libraries. Teachers who are interested will leave with access to several solid starting points for learning about and teaching cybersecurity.
DIVE-IN Engineering – A New Idea for the Maker Movement!
Presented by: Terry Talley, Ed. D., STEMscopes
Everyone Can Code
Presented by: Nani Daniels, Jennifer Kirsch, Chris Coffelt, Apple, Inc.
Coding is essential to help students thrive in a future driven by technology. Join us to learn about Everyone Can Code, free comprehensive curriculum that makes it easy to teach coding to students from kindergarten to college. With teacher guides and lessons, you can introduce
coding concepts visually on iPad in elementary school, move to writing code with the Swift Playgroundapp in middle school, and support students in building iOS apps on Mac with Xcode in high school and beyond. So whether your students are firsvtime coders or aspiring app
developers, youʼll have all the tools you need to teach coding in your classroom.
Build a Bot. Change the World
Presented by: Julianna Smith, RoboNation/AUVSI Foundation
RoboNation introduces SeaPerch and SeaGlide: Kit based, hands-on introductory robotic programs. SeaPerch is a curriculum based underwater ROV program. Approachable, affordable, creative and fun, SeaPerch is the perfect first step for kids that love water, their local community and want to make a difference using technology. SeaGlide is a mini-underwater glider and new hands-on STEM program designed to introduce students to autonomous systems. Designed as an intermediate level, students learn how to program an Arduino controller to regulate the buoyancy engine of the glider, but the real fun begins after the build. Students become inventors - scientists that solve challenges faced by conservationists, oceanographers, astronauts and explorers. With SeaGlide as an investigative platform, the benefits are endless.
The Path to 100% (Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy)
Presented by: Griff Jurgens, Blue Planet Foundation
Educators will learn how to utilize Hawai‘i Energy and Blue Planet Foundation’s renewable energy and energy efficiency resources to help students understand tough energy concepts. They will also receive information on programs that help Hawai‘i residents save energy, and save money. Educators will learn about the free energy efficiency presentations and approved energy curriculum that are offered throughout the islands that further students’ understanding of how to live an energy efficient lifestyle.
Wearable Technology Through Micro:bits!
Presented by: Shane Asselstine and students, Momilani Elementary School
In this session, you will learn about physical computing and how it enables us to create wearable technology! Physical computing is when software and hardware interact with the analog world, much like a Fitbit or similar devices. We will use Micro:bits to light up LEDs, communicate between devices, and use sensors like the motion detector or compass. Micro:bits are pocket sized computers that allow you to get creative with digital technology. Whether you are just starting out with computer science, or are looking to take your program to the next level, this session will spark ideas and expand your options!
Science Teacher – STEM Teacher: What’s the Difference?
Presented by: Terry Talley, Ed.D., STEMscopes
The National Institute for STEM Education (NISE) certifies teachers, campuses, and districts in STEM teaching using a competency-based, academic coach-led online learning platform in which educators produce a portfolio of work that demonstrates proficiency across the 15 STEM teacher actions! Join us to learn more about becoming a Nationally Certified STEM Teacher!
Cybersecurity Topics of Today: Social Engineering, Mobile Forensics and Bitcoins!
Presented by: Dr. Debasis Bhattacharya, University of Hawaii, Maui College
This workshop introduces topics we are well familiar with - phishing, malware, botnets as well as new emerging topics such as crypto currencies. Teachers will leave with a better understanding of the field as well as tips and techniques to teach this topic in their classrooms!
Making Formative Assessment Fun!
Presented by: John Allen, Luane Higuchi, Donn Yamamoto, Austin Zavala, Miki Kamimura
University of Hawaii, STEM Pre-Academy
Tired of surveys? Join us as we explore different technology tools and resources that will help you to formatively assess your students in a fun and engaging way. **Participants must bring a laptop or mobile device in order to participate in the session activities.
Google Earth & Tour Builder App Smashing: CREATE Virtual Field Trips to Travel the World
Presented by: Michael Fricano, ′Iolani School
The new Google Earth has a great exploration feature called Voyager which allows you to experience interactive stories from around the world while sharing information through pictures, video, text, and 360° photospheres. It’s one thing to take your students on a voyage, but what if your students could CREATE these voyages themselves? They can! Learn how you and your student can App Smash Google Earth and Tour Builder to create your very own immersive virtual field trips.
DSLR Basics
Presented by: John Allen, Luane Higuchi, Donn Yamamoto, Austin Zavala, Miki Kamimura, and Kevin Matsunaga
University of Hawaii, STEM Pre-Academy
Using a DSLR camera can be a daunting task. With so many buttons and features, it’s hard to decide where to start. Visual Storytelling: DSLR Basics gets you started in developing the skills needed to bring video/photography and visual storytelling into your classroom. In this workshop, you will be introduced to the specific features of the DSLR camera that help you achieve the shots you’ve always wanted. Learn how to turn off the “auto” pilot and grab full control of your camera to create amazing images and stories. **Participants must bring a DSLR Camera in order to participate in the session activities.
Bringing Data to Life: Place-Based Oceanographic Research in the Classroom.
Presented by: Lindsey Benjamin, Davin Sasaki, University of Hawaii, STEM Pre-Academy
This hands-on workshop for grade 6-12 teachers will use an online ocean computer model and local, research-quality data in the C-MORE Science Kits to explore water circulation in our ocean. Water takes about 1000 years to travel around the world and return to its starting point, and the chemical ingredients change during that journey in predictable and measurable ways. Ocean surface currents, on the other hand, transport river outflow, dust blown from deserts, oil from spills, and plastic debris much faster. Lessons aligned with NGSS and their classroom application will be included. Ideas for further use of these resources in place-based lessons, both in and out of science classrooms, will be discussed.
Game Development with Google Apps
Presented by: Chanelle Tolentino, Hawaii Technology Academy
Cue the Coding “Diva” Robot – Emotive AI At Its Best!
Presented by: Naomi Harm, Innovative Educator Consulting & Wonder Workshop
Join the coding fun and come to this session to explore and discover how Cue the Coding Diva Robot engages ALL girls with computer science explorations.You will experience interactive and responsive communication unlike any other robot through emotive AI of the 4 different personality types to discover witty text chats, reactive and proximity sensor behaviors, programmable LED’s, recording of audio sound, and interactions using block based code and JavaScript programming. Naomi Harm will also introduce you to the WHY behind computer science and innovative STEM approaches to empower the “next generation” of female leaders through robust mentoring resources. These learning experiences will include how to motivate young female students to “lean in” and to further pursue their STEM passions through computational thinking activities, a maker creation culture, and an entrepreneurship mindset.
Maunakea Scholars – Bringing Astronomy into the Classroom
Presented by: Mary Beth Laychek, Canada France Hawaii Telescope
Karen Umeda, Momilani Elementary
Using Spheros to Teach Integrated STEM Lessons
Presented by: Aaron Sickel, Brett Tanaka, Faith Ishihara, Jeanine Nakakura
Hawaii State DOE: Office of Curriculum, Instruction, and Student Support (OICSS)
Spheros are spherical robots designed for students to engage in coding and robotics learning experiences. In this exploratory playground session, teachers will participate in stations to explore coding activities with Spheros, and examine K-12 lesson applications that integrate Spheros with other STEM disciplines. An emphasis will be placed on lessons that meet essential features of STEM education, including real-world applications, purposeful STEM integration, and student-centered learning experiences. This session is designed for teachers of all K-12 grade levels.
Cybersecurity K-12 Curriculum Framework
Presented by: Ashley Greeley, Purdue University
This workshop will present a scope and sequence framework for integrating cybersecurity across K-12 to include access to several lessons.
Bringing STEM Stories to Life with Magic Move on Keynote
Presented by: Ben Mountz, Apple Distinguished Educator, Hanalani Physics Teacher
Why do people get so bored by traditional presentations? Why is “death by PowerPoint” so deadly? The reason is humans are more engaged by movement. Motion presents a contrast to the status quo and movement suggests a change in condition, usually brought about by some influence. In this session, you will experience how powerful Magic Move can be for students inside the classroom. With Hanalani students sharing their examples and hands on instruction, you will walk away with the ability to bring STEM in your classroom to life!
**Apple devices will be provided for this session.
Beyond Coding in the Classroom
Presented by: Mellanie Soriano, Jay Giang, DevLeague LLC.
The time is now for education to catch up with our technologically enhanced society. Students should have a relevant, modern, customized education that helps them develop 21st-century skills. We are engineers with a passion for teaching, now we want to share our experience with educators trying to bring coding into their classrooms. In this session, we will talk about where to begin with bringing coding and technology into the classroom, how to introduce coding, tips on how to overcome challenges with teaching code, how to teach experience as well as knowledge, and becoming a mentor, not just a teacher. We will dive into the challenges faced with teaching at every grade level and creating curriculum to scale. Most importantly, we will be discussing how to empower students with a “can-do” mindset so they can grow to be independent. We want teachers to be comfortable being uncomfortable and incorporate new ways of thinking to enhance their classroom learning experiences.
NASA: Rock the Class: Lunar and Meteorite Sample Certification
Presented by: Karen C. Roark, NASA AMES Research Center
Certification for Handling Real Moon Rocks Lasts a Lifetime! Educators have to be certified to borrow the Lunar and Meteorite Sample Disks by attending this NASA Certification Workshop provided by a NASA Authorized Sample Disk Certifier. NASA makes actual samples from the historic Apollo missions available to lend to teachers. By attending this certification process enables teachers to bring the excitement of real lunar rocks and regolith samples to their students. This workshop is recommended for classroom teachers for all grade levels. The workshop will include hands-on activities and free classroom materials for math, science, and technology.
Demystifying the NGSS: Earthquake Proof Towers and Engineering Design
Presented by: Terry Talley, Ed.D., STEMscopes
While investigating the phenomenon of waves, we will use three models to design and build earthquake proof towers that can withstand the devastating horizontal S-waves. Through this hands-on investigation, using models, simulations, and tower engineering we will demystify the 3D NGSS Standards for waves, the practices of engineering design, and how best to teach them through STEM.
Intro to SketchUp: 3D Modeling for the Classroom
Presented by: Steven Griffin, SketchUp
SketchUp is an easy to use 3D modeling tool for a wide range of applications, ranging from architecture and engineering to 3D printing. In this hands-on workshop, attendees will have the opportunity to master the fundamentals and learn how to incorporate SketchUp into classroom lessons.
Redesigning Your Classroom Learning Spaces to Make Room for Makerspaces
Presented by: Naomi Harm, Innovative Educator Consulting and Wonder Workshop
Today’s classroom learning environments are more important than ever before. Learning spaces need to invoke creativity, inspiration, and a space to continuously collaborate with one’s peers. This session will walk you through design elements to transform your classroom environment into a dynamic collaborative makerspace learning hub. Naomi Harm will showcase how to energize the physical space with optimal student choice and voice activities that will include DIY tinkering, LED circuit cards, robotics, coding, and 3D printing activities.
NASA: Art & the Cosmic Connection
Presented by: Karen C. Roark, NASA AMES Research Center
An interdisciplinary program developed by scientists, artists, and educators to encourage learners to explore the mysterious worlds in our solar system and their geologic stories. The planets, moons and small bodies of our solar system are places of wonder and intrigue. NASA spacecraft are visiting these fascinating places, capturing images of otherworldly features that just beg to be explored! What do these captivating images tell us? With the tools provided in this workshop, learners of all ages can begin to understand and interpret the features on distant objects in our solar system. Using the elements of art – line, color, texture, shape, and value – students learn to analyze the mysterious surfaces of our rocky celestial neighbors - planets, moons, comets and asteroids – as well as our beautiful Earth. Fusing art and science education inspires students to explore both disciplines. Students create art inspired by planetary images, and their understanding of planet surfaces deepens when observing them through an artist’s lens.
Educators will leave the workshop with:
- Educator Guidethat is standards aligned and explains how to teach the activity
- PowerPoint Presentationuses beautiful NASA images to illustrate the concepts
- Presentation Notesis the PowerPoint Presentation in .pdf format for printing and using as you go through the slides
- Space and Earth Imagesfor printing for the pastel art activity where students draw their own interpretation of an image
