WRESA Science Collaborative: New Support Document Sharing for Grades 5-12

Date:     February 6, 2025  or March 6, 2025       
Time:     9:00am – 3:00pm 
Type:     In-Person

Location: WRESA   
          200 Ridgefield Ct, Suite 206
          Asheville, NC 28806

Fee:      $25  WRESA Members  
          $50  Non-members

**NOTE: We have a No Refund policy for our WRESA courses. However, you
are welcome to send a colleague in your place. Contact LaDonna Sluder 
at lsluder@wresa.org or 828-774-5681 (ext 102) if you need to change
the name of the person attending.

CEUs:     5 Contact Hours 
Audience: Grades 5-12 Science Educators

Description:

In response to the new North Carolina Science Standards for Grades 5 – 12, WRESA has partnered with NCCAT and has recruited a team of regional science education professionals to create science support documents. This session aims to acclimate science teachers to these new resources. Participants in this session will do the following:

  • Understanding the New Standards: Delve into the key changes and expectations outlined in the updated science standards.

  • Essential Resources: Discover a curated collection of teaching materials, lesson plans, and activities aligned with the new standards.

  • Effective Implementation Strategies: Learn practical tips and strategies for integrating the new standards into your classroom curriculum.

  • Addressing Common Challenges: Explore potential obstacles and discuss effective solutions.

  • Jennifer Redfearn, NCCAT’s Senior Stem Specialist and members of her team will share the new resources and be available to answer questions you might have.

Presenter:  Jennifer Redfearn, Senior Stem Specialist at NCCAT

***NOTE:  WE ARE OFFERING THIS TWICE SO THAT MEMBERS OF THE REGION HAVE A CHOICE AS TO WHEN TO ATTEND THIS TRAINING FOR GRADES 5-12 SCIENCE EDUCATORS.  You have the option of registering for the February 6th, 2025 course, OR, for the March 6th, 2025 course.

For more information, contact April at aspencer@wresa.org

If you are unsure whether your school system is a WRESA member, click  WRESA MEMBER List.

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Innovation and Ethics: AI in Education

Date: March 25, 2025   

Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm

Type: In-Person

 

Location: WRESA   

          200 Ridgefield Ct, Suite 206

          Asheville, NC 28806

 

Fee: $45 WRESA Members

          $70 Non-members 

 

**NOTE: We have a No Refund policy for our WRESA courses. However, you are welcome to send a colleague in your place.

Contact LaDonna Sluder at lsluder@wresa.org or 828-774-5681 (ext 102) if you need to change the name of the person attending.

 

CEUs:     .5 Contact Hours 

Limit:    40 Participants

 

Audience: K-12 Educators 

What to bring? Your own device

Description: This professional development day will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming education, focusing on innovative tools and approaches to enhance teaching and learning. Alongside these opportunities, we’ll explore ethical concerns and potential pitfalls associated with AI use in education and the role of educators in ensuring responsible implementation. Through interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world case studies, educators will gain practical knowledge to integrate AI effectively while navigating its challenges.

Presenter:  Ian Selig passionately advocates for high-quality education and leverages instructional technology to enhance learning outcomes. As a former high school science teacher and now a Learning Technologist and Adjunct Instructor at Western Carolina University, he collaborates with faculty to design engaging instruction that empowers learners to surpass expectations.

A recognized leader in artificial intelligence (AI) in education, Ian has published work on AI literacy, spearheads innovative approaches to AI in instructional design, and speaks nationally to educators and business leaders about the future of learning.

If you have additional questions, contact Jill Chambers at   jchambers@wresa.org

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