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:
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Understanding the New Standards: Delve into the key changes and expectations outlined in the updated science standards.
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Essential Resources: Discover a curated collection of teaching materials, lesson plans, and activities aligned with the new standards.
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Effective Implementation Strategies: Learn practical tips and strategies for integrating the new standards into your classroom curriculum.
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Addressing Common Challenges: Explore potential obstacles and discuss effective solutions.
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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