discovery science through computational thinking (dissect)
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DIScovery SciEnce through Computational Thinking (DISSECT). Enrico Pontelli. What is NSF?. DISSECT – grant from the National Science Foundation An independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
DIScovery SciEnce through
Computational Thinking
(DISSECT)
Enrico Pontelli
What is NSF?DISSECT – grant from the National Science FoundationAn independent federal agency
created by Congress in 1950 "to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense…”
NSF grants funding to institutions to promote innovation, education and progress
What is GK-12?NSF Graduate STEM Fellows in K-12 Education (GK-12)
Supports fellowships and training for graduate students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) Interactions with teachers and students in K-12 schools Improve communication and teaching skills Enrich STEM content and instruction for their K-12 partners
What is GK-12?Create a coherent program
Enable Fellows to expand their research and skillsTarget a specific K-12 intervention
Fellowships for Graduate Students1 or 2 years$30,000 per year + some support for tuitions and fees
Stipends for Teachers
What is DISSECT?NMSU’s GK-12 Effort3 to 5 years program4 to 9 fellows per year9 teachers per yearDISSECT = DIScover SciEnce through Computational Thinking
The “Spirit” of DISSECTCore motivation
Computer Science is a pervasive science“All Science is Computer Science”Yet
Science is not taught with this perspective Computer scientists are not trained with this perspective
The “Spirit” of DISSECTOverarching goals1. Create a new generation of computer scientists
Nurture a broad view of CS research as instrument for progress in diverse scientific disciplinesPrepare CS researchers to be effective in such a broader area
The “Spirit” of DISSECT2. Create new strategies to teach a more modern
science• Develop computational skills• Explore science through computational views
Our Concrete GoalsFellows goals
Expand their research reachComputational research: explore integration with other disciplines (within and outside of computing)Non-computational research: expand enhanced use of computational methods
Enhance communication skillsTraining in pedagogical methodsTraining and practice in delivery scientific content to a diverse and broad audience
Our Concrete GoalsInstructor goals
Training in computational thinking and computational methodsAssistance and support in introducing computational components in science coursesDevelopment of long-term methods to expand students’ preparation in computational thinking
Your Role: DISSECT Fellow
You are the scientists
Share your research expertise among yourselvesLearn new techniques and technologies, explore collaborations among yourselvesExplore how to apply your collaborative research knowledge to bring computational thinking in K-12 science classes
Create educational modules and materialsAssist in training instructors and students
Learn new things, work as a team, have fun!More about expectations later on…
Your Role: DISSECT Teacher
You are the educational experts
Share your expertise in K-12 systems, educational methods and practicesShare your expertise in Science education and standardsLearn computational thinking and methodsCollaborate in developing new modules and materials for Science education based on computational methods
Why are we here today?Preliminary training workshop
Learn about DISSECTMeet the team membersStart planning the semester activities
The first of a series of meetings