CONTINUING EDUCATION
FOR EDUCATORS AND TEACHERS

MATH AND SCIENCE TEACHER CONFERENCE

Middle School and High School teachers will discover new, innovative and creative teaching methods, styles and techniques to teaching Science and Math to middle school- and high school-level students. CEU credits (0.5 hrs) will be made available for an extra fee of $20.

Date: Friday, February 27
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Workshop Fee: $20
CEU Fee (Separate): $20 – Check made payable to: University of Mississippi, due on day of workshop
Location: UM-Tupelo, Advanced Education Center
Deadline to Register: February 25

MATH AND SCIENCE TEACHER CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

8-8:30 a.m.: Registration/Check-In;
8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.: Workshop Sessions;
3-3:30 p.m.: Wrap up/Q&A

To register for this Continuing Education Conference, contact Mollie Gratz at
662-690-6205 or REGISTER ONLINE

MATH AND SCIENCE TEACHER WORKSHOPS

Choose any 5 of the options below.

  1. Using the TI-Navigator in the Math/Science Classroom
    Participants will explore using the TI-Navigator in math and science. Instructor: Jenny Simmons
  2. Making Cents of Math: Linear Relationship between Weight and Quantities
    Participants will use the Vernier Lab Pro data collection devices and a graphing calculator to complete an activity in a lab setting. Instructor: Becky Padgett
  3. Differentiation at its Best!
    Participants will engage in high-energy, small group mathematical learning using inexpensive tools and resources. Instructor: Lindy Hopkins
  4. Teaching Geometry with TI-Cabri Jr.
    Participants will explore uses of the TI-Cabri Jr. as a way of teaching high school geometry. Instructor: Tammy Parham
  5. An Introduction to ALICE 3-D Software
    Participants will be given a fun introduction to the computer programming ALICE-3D. Instructor: Brenda Spearman
  6. How to Incorporate Multi-media Techniques in the Biology Curriculum
    Participants will be introduced to ways of incorporating multi-media techniques into the science curriculum, including how to involve student individuality. Instructor: Karen Irwin
  7. Educating Today for a Greener Tomorrow
    Participants will learn the benefits of “going green,” familiarize themselves with the devastating effects of not acting quickly, and receive information that can be applied to the classroom setting. Instructor: Jason Pannell
  8. Chemistry Lab Swap
    In this session, participants are asked to bring copies of their favorite chemistry or physical science labs and activities to share with group members. Instructor: Meisha Sparks
  9. Make Your Summers Productive
    Participants will explore summer opportunities that will enhance teaching of math, science, or technology and rejuvenate your attitude about being an educator. Instructor: Adelia Wright
  10. Using Mimio in the Math/Science Classroom
    Participants will learn how to use the technology piece, Mimio, as a tool for teaching. Instructor: Ginger Reynolds
  11. Motivational Tools for the Learning of Mathematics!
    Participants will be engaged in motivational activities that can be used in any classroom. Instructor: Tessa Grammer
  12. Geology and Its Importance in the Science Curriculum
    Participants will learn of the fascinating world of geology and how to incorporate ideas into the science classroom. Instructor: Cathy Grace
  13. National Board Certification
    Participants who are considering certification will be given information about mentoring. Instructor: Angela Doty
  14. Asking better questions AND getting better answers:
    What’s a teacher to do?
    With the emphasis on students developing a deeper understanding of mathematics, questioning becomes an essential part of any lesson. In this session, participants will gain insight into how to develop better questions. In addition, strategies for eliciting better student responses will be shared. Connections to the curriculum framework will be made. Instructor: Angela T. Barlow
  15. Moving Mathematics
    Transformational geometry is a topic in late elementary grades and up. This session will explore motion geometry with both rigid and non-rigid motions in motivating tasks. Participants will have tasks that can be used in their classes to take with them. Instructor: Barbara Dougherty