The McKinney Conference Center at Region 4 ESC will be under construction until June 2024. With that in mind, please note the following:
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Region 4 Science Professional Learning Menu
This document is designed for instructional leaders to use as they determine the professional learning needs of their teachers. It lists all of the workshops we're currently providing. The first few pages are organized by grade band and include detailed descriptions of each workshop. The last few pages display a grid that highlights key considerations including workshop length, ideal audience, and focus areas. Feel free to view, download, and let us know what you need!
Click on the appropriate link to search by theme or grade band:
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Online Course Learning |
Grade Bands
K-12 | K-5 | Grades 3-12 | Grades 6-8 | Grades 6-12 | Grades 9-12 |
For more information about any of these workshops, e-mail us at science@esc4.net.
All session times are from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted).
Date | Session | Virtual | F2F |
November 30 | Exploring Recurring Themes and Concepts (RTCs) | X | |
December 5 | Fostering STEM Thinking in the Classroom | X | |
January 9, 2024 | Designing High-Quality Assessments in Science | X | |
January 24, 2024 | Developing Models for Student Sensemaking in Science | X | |
February 6-7, 2024 | K-12 State-wide STEM Teacher Training | X | |
February 13, 2024 | Visual Literacy in Science | X | |
February 15, 2024 | Exploring Scientific and Engineering Practices (SEPs) | X | |
February 28, 2024 | Driving Science Instruction using Phenomena | X | |
February 29, 2024 | Exploring Recurring Themes and Concepts (RTCs) | X |
Date | Session | Virtual | F2F |
February 13, 2024 | STAAR Review to Go for Grade 5 Science, Volumes 1 and 2 | X | |
February 20, 2024 | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, Grades K-5 | X | |
May 16, 2024 | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, Grades K-5 | X |
Date | Session | Virtual | F2F |
January 17, 2024 | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, Grades 6-8 | X | |
January 31, 2024 | STAAR Review to Go for Science Grade 8 (Volumes 1 and 2) | X | |
March 26, 2024 | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS, Grades 6-8 | X | |
May 2, 2024 | Engineering Design in Science Instruction (Grades 6-8) | X |
Date | Session | Virtual | F2F |
November 28 | Literacy in Science | X | |
January 25, 2024 | Increasing Inquiry in Secondary Science | X |
Date | Session | Virtual | F2F |
January 18, 2024 | X | ||
January 23, 2024 | STAAR Review to Go for Biology (Volumes 1 and 2) | X | |
February 6, 2024 | STEMulating Design Challenges in Science, Grades 9–12 | X | |
February 8, 2024 | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS—High School (Virtual) | X | |
April 16, 2024 | Transitioning to the New Science TEKS—High School | X | |
May 14, 2024 | X |
Date | Session | Virtual | F2F |
January 9, 2024 | Designing High-Quality Assessments in Science | X | |
January 10-11, 2024 | K-12 State-wide STEM Leadership Training | X | |
March 27-28, 2024 | Curriculum Mapping in Science | X |
Date | Session | Virtual | F2F |
November 6, 13, 27, and December 4, 2023 | Shell Science Speaker Series: Engaging Students in the Science and Engineering Practices Web Seminar Series (NSTA) | X | |
December 7–8, 2023 | Shell Science Speaker Series: Making Sense of Three-Dimensional Teaching and Learning (NSTA) | X | |
January 30, 2024 | Shell Science Speaker Series: Mastering 3D Instruction—A Hands-On Guide for Teachers of Science (Paul Andersen) | X | |
February 12, 19, 26, and March 4, 2024 | Shell Science Speaker Series: Strengthening Science Learning with the Crosscutting Concepts Web Seminar Series (NSTA) | X | |
March 5–6, 2024 | Shell Science Speaker Series: Making Sense of Three-Dimensional Teaching and Learning (NSTA) | X | |
June 18–19, 2024 | Shell Science Speaker Series: Making Sense of Three-Dimensional Teaching and Learning (NSTA) | X |
Interested in taking Region 4 Science courses when it's most convenient for YOU? We offer several online courses that can be taken over 30 days, at your own pace. Earn as many as 6 CPE from the comfort of your computer! For more information, follow the links below. For more information about these sessions, e-mail science@esc4.net.
STAAR Review to Go for Science: In this self-paced online course, participants learn how to use STAAR Review to Go: Science to create folder-based or digital TEKS-aligned science activities designed to review science concepts assessed on STAAR Science. The registration fee for this session includes a copy of grade-specific STAAR Review to Go: Science, and a license for digital access. |
Register for the STAAR Review to Go on-demand online session by grade level, using the links below:
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Exploring the K-12 Science Framework Explore the three dimensions of science education outlined in A Framework for K-12 Science Education (National Research Council): scientific and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, and disciplinary core ideas. COMING SOON!
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STEM Literacy Define and discuss STEM literacy and its importance. Explore strategies that can be used before, during, and after reading that allow for independent and collaborative student work. Examine how to safely research on the Internet using various search engines and tools to curate information. Complete the course by putting new skills into practice. Learn more and register here. |
Getting STEM Ready Explore what having a STEM ready classroom entails. Define STEM and discuss what a STEM classroom looks and feels like. Consider materials, where to find them, and then how to manage and design makerspaces. Experience STEM in practice and conclude by mapping out how to embed STEM into your classroom. Learn more and register here. |
The Engineering Design Process Explore the engineering design process (EDP). Learn how STEM experiences are supported and explore the key components of the EDP through the lens of teacher and student actions. Participants will leave with a design challenge and ideas for implementation, including supporting students as they develop their STEM thinking. Learn more and register here. |
Safety in the Secondary Science Classroom Understand the importance of teacher instruction and lab supervision to promote safe practices in the science classroom. Gain knowledge to establish and maintain safety equipment and proper chemical management including the GHS implementation (OSHA Hazards Communication Standard). Learn more and register here. |
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