Registration Code:SCIT2019 201054Q

TEKS Oriented----TEEAC Approved---- CE qualified-----G/T qualified by some Region ESC

PROGRAM

All lectures and hands-on laboratories will be held at the Genecov Science Building in Room G223. All theory and experiments will be provided in handout format. The TEKS cited are from Texas Education Code 28.002 with the specific provisions of code 112.21 effective September 1, 1998.NOTE: Due to the similarity in many of the TEKS for each age group, the experiments listed below can easily be adapted for other age groups.

At the conclusion of each experiment, participants will be guided through the process of developing TAKS type assessment questions that could be used on their classroom tests.

8:30-9:00 AM     Arrival, Registration and “Get Acquainted”  Genecov Science Building Room 223 Welcome, Introductions, and Workshop Overview. Conception of 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle) “Fundamentals of a Microscale Investigation"

9:00-9:30 AM     Seminar: "TEKS to TAKS Developing Assessment Questions Based on Investigative Studies"

9:30-10:45 AM    

Experiment 30: " Earth Shattering"

6th Grade TEKS 6.6C identify forces that shape features of the Earth including uplifting, movement of water, and volcanic activity

Experiment utilizes a Petri dish Earth model to create volcanic mountain ranges, effects of plate tectonics, meteor strikes, and errosion.

10:45-11:30 AM    Experiment 36: Any Way the Wind Blows

6th Grade TEKS 6.5A identify and describe a system that results from the combination of two or more systems.

Experiment investigates the interaction of atmospheric winds and industrial activity.

11:30-12:30 PM    LUNCH

12:30-1:15 PM   Experiment 37: Earth's Balance of Power

6th Grade TEKS 6.5A identify and describe a system that results from the combination of two or more systems.

Experiment investigates why the heat from the Sun has different effects on the materials of the Earth.

1:15-1:45PM       Experiment 20: Surf's Up

              6th Grade TEKS 6.5A identify and describe a system that results from the combination of two or more system and 6.5B describe how the properties of a system are different from the properties of its parts.

                Experiment investigates the relationship between ocean tide cycles and land forms. Can also be used to illustrate where pollutants go when dumped into the ocean.

1:45-2:30PM     Experiment 15:  Oh Cloudy Day

6th Grade TEKS  6.14C describe components of the atmosphere, including oxygen nitrogen, and water vapor, and identify the role of atmospheric movement in weather change.

Experiment investigation will include study of cloud formations over different types of land and over water. Can also be used to investigate the difference between a warm front and a cold front.

2:30-3:15 PM      Experiment 39 " Cleaning Dirt"

6.14B Identify relationships between ground water and surface water in a watershed

Experiment will use a ground system model made from a plastic drink bottle to investigate water movement through different types of soils.

3:15-3:30 PM  Wrap-up discussion and workshop evaluations   

Cost includes all necessary supplies for the participants, a personal copy of the laboratory experiments performed with teacher instructions. This does not imply copyright use for classroom unless specifically granted by the author.  

Registration will be through the Tyler Junior College Continuing Education Department. Please see the Registration Form.  Region VII teachers should contact the Region VII Education Service Center.

Participants will receive a TJC Continuing Education completion of training certificate with the hours of training listed, six hours of TEEAC credit, and any certificates afforded them through collaboration with the Region Service Centers.

Lunch will be provided.

Participants are encouraged to register at least two weeks in advance.

Attendance is limited to 20 so be sure to register early. SO REGISTER NOW!!!

Faculty and Staff

Dr. Byron Howell, Instructor of Chemistry/Coordinator, SCRMCC

Dr. James Rozell, Instructor of Chemistry

Laboratory Manager

Mark Stowell, Laboratory Specialist

For more Information:

P.O.Box 9020

Tyler, TX 75711

Tel: (903)510-2528; FAX (903)510-2736