orau center for science education 100 orau way, oak ridge, tn 37830
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ORAU Center for Science Education
100 ORAU Way, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
The Center is:
• an education laboratory – for experimenting, learning, demonstrating, and showcasing results
• a resource center – featuring proven products, services, and programs that can help make K-12 STEM teachers more effective
• a virtual learning environment – including technology-based visualization, simulation, and modeling to enhance the study of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)
• a connection – between real science and the classroom
A Vision of Learning in the Networked World
• Digital content is as real as paper, lab equipment, and textbooks
• Students will:
– Analyze authentic data from remote laboratories and research centers
– Manipulate simulations and visualizations using real scientific models
– Access assignments and information from home and elsewhere
– Connect with other students through learning networks
– Have access to supplementary information
• Cyberlearning will provide lifelong skills
Derived from Fostering Learning in the Networked World, June 2008
National Science Foundation Task Force on Cyberlearning
ORAU Center for Science Education
will use Science & Technology
to improveScience &Technology
education
Bringing Tomorrow’s ScienceInto Today’s Classrooms
State of the Art Classroom
The video wall will allow for video conferencing, online presentations and in class presentations.
Plasma Video Wall with Multi-Window Video Processing
The wall will provide several perspectives at one time.
Wireless Networking and Connectivity
Projection SystemLaptop computers and wireless connectivity will allow participants optimum flexibility when working on group projects and doing research.
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The document camera and computer screens will project on the video wall or on the SMART board for effective demonstrations
Teaching Technologies• Interactive Whiteboard
SMART SynchronEyes Software
Tablet PC
Classroom Performance System (CPS)
Flexible Room Configuration
Desks and chairs will have wheels that allow for innovations in pedagogy and allow effective wire management.
Teacher Station that will control all the technologies in the room including the audio and lighting.
Crestron System controller will interface with all electronic components to allow effortless integration.
K-12 Initiatives
ARC/ORNL Math-Science-Technology
Summer Institute ACTS - Academies Creating Teacher Scientists
K-12 Initiatives
Professional Development Workshops
Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) to the ClassroomAccelerator Physics
K-12 Initiatives
Professional Development Workshops
ORNL Research to the Classroom –
• Superhydrophobics• Hybrid Lighting • Renewable Energy• Material Sciences• Biofuels• Environmental Remediation• Nanoscience• Effects of Compounds on Fish Development• Climate
K-12 Initiatives
Integrating Technology into the Classroom
Bring Your Class… Technology Overload!
Teachers Test Drive DaysTest-Bed for New Technologies
Professional Development Workshops
K-12 Initiatives
• Using Information Communication Technology to Enhance Learning
• National and International Collaborations
Professional Development Workshops
K-12 Initiatives
Professional Development Workshops
Instituting New Math and Science Standards
K-12 Initiatives
Specialty Workshops
Designed for teachers, students,administrators, school boards.
K-12 Initiatives
Science Camp
K-12 Initiatives
Gaming in the Content Areas to Engage Students
K-12 Initiatives
It’s amazing what remarkable things teachers can accomplish with almost nothing! Imagine what teachers could do if…
K-12 Initiatives – Our Goal…
Teachers have all the resources they need…
Center for Science Education
Join Us…Contact Information
Marie Westfall [email protected] 865-576-3425
Tim Forde [email protected] 865-784-0061
Wayne Stevenson [email protected] 865-576-3283
Web sites
Watch for upcoming events and resources for teacher and students…
Bookmark both of our sites and check in often!
SciEdTech.org
and
www.orau.org/center-for-science-education
