Presented by NKU's CINSAM and the University of Cincinnati
The STEM Conference is a collaboration between NKU’s CINSAM and the University of Cincinnati’s Engineering Enhanced Math and Science Program, together they aim to supply educators with high quality and applicable tools to improve STEM education in our region.
Our theme this year is “Core Elements of STEM Instruction” renews our commitment to providing a quality conference program that highlights pedagogies, models, and resources that support STEM Education for our k-12 teacher attendees.
Core Elements of STEM Instruction:
Classroom Pedagogies
Opportunities for Networking
Resources for the Classroom
Engagement of Students
In 2017, over 400 attendees, mainly k – 12 teachers & school administration from our region learned best practices, cutting edge teaching techniques and the latest in educational technology and tools! Don’t miss this opportunity to share these resources with your students and peers!
Conference Features:
- Showcase of Regional Resources (Scheduled during lunchtime.)
- STEM Initiative Models (Learn about existing STEM Models)
- Interactive Workshop Sessions (You participate and walk away with resources.)
- Interactive Workshop Sessions with Follow-up Sessions.
- Poster Sessions
- Up to 6 Professional Development Contact Hours
- Raffle(s) of educational Items
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Check back for information in April 2018!AGENDA9/20/18
7:30-8:30 AMRegistration and Breakfast
8:30-9:00 AM Introductions: Dr. Madhura Kulkarni, Director of CINSAM
- Keynote Speaker - TBD
- Conference Welcome and Announcements: Garrett Scala - CINSAM Program Manager
9:05-10:20 AMConcurrent Breakout Session 1: STEM Initiative Models Presentations and Interactive Workshop Sessions
10:30-11:45 AMConcurrent Breakout Session 2: STEM Initiative Models Presentations and Interactive Workshop Sessions
11:50 AM- 1:10 PMLunch, and Showcase of Regional STEM Education Resources in the SU Ballroom
1:15-2:30 PMConcurrent Breakout Session 3: STEM Initiative Models Presentations and Interactive Workshop Sessions
2:30-3:00 PMPoster Walk: Posters of Instructional Units by CEEMS and RET Teachers on Display in Atrium
3:00-3:20 PMPosting of raffle prize winners and collection of prizes
3:30 PMClosure of Conference:
- Return Contact Hours Sheet to Registration Desk
DIRECTIONS
Directions to Kenton Garage & NKU Student Union
Please park in the Kenton Drive Parking garage and proceed across the street to the student union. Upon entering the garage, pull a ticket from the parking machines, you will receive a validation ticket at registration.
Directions if traveling from US 27: From US 27 turn into the Main Entrance of Northern Kentucky University. Get in the right lane and veer to the RIGHT at the bottom of the hill. Avoid the roundabout circle completely. Turn LEFT at the stoplight on to Kenton Drive. Go straight until you see the Kenton Drive Parking Garage on your right. The Student Union is directly across from the Kenton Drive Parking Garage.
Directions if traveling from 275: Take the Three Mile Road exit and turn right off the exit. Turn RIGHT at the stop light on to Kenton Drive. Go straight until you see the Kenton Drive Parking Garage on your right. The Student Union is directly across from the Kenton Drive Parking Garage.
Click Here for a Campus Map
CONTACTSDirect additonal questions to
Garret Scala (859) 572-1308 | scalag1@nku.edu|
The STEM Conference is a collaboration between NKU’s CINSAM and the University of Cincinnati’s Engineering Enhanced Math and Science Program, together they aim to supply educators with high quality and applicable tools to improve STEM education in our region.
Our theme this year is “Core Elements of STEM Instruction” renews our commitment to providing a quality conference program that highlights pedagogies, models, and resources that support STEM Education for our k-12 teacher attendees.
Core Elements of STEM Instruction:
Classroom Pedagogies
Opportunities for Networking
Resources for the Classroom
Engagement of Students
In 2017, over 400 attendees, mainly k – 12 teachers & school administration from our region learned best practices, cutting edge teaching techniques and the latest in educational technology and tools! Don’t miss this opportunity to share these resources with your students and peers!
Conference Features:
- Showcase of Regional Resources (Scheduled during lunchtime.)
- STEM Initiative Models (Learn about existing STEM Models)
- Interactive Workshop Sessions (You participate and walk away with resources.)
- Interactive Workshop Sessions with Follow-up Sessions.
- Poster Sessions
- Up to 6 Professional Development Contact Hours
- Raffle(s) of educational Items
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Check back for information in April 2018!AGENDA9/20/18
7:30-8:30 AMRegistration and Breakfast
8:30-9:00 AM Introductions: Dr. Madhura Kulkarni, Director of CINSAM
- Keynote Speaker - TBD
- Conference Welcome and Announcements: Garrett Scala - CINSAM Program Manager
9:05-10:20 AMConcurrent Breakout Session 1: STEM Initiative Models Presentations and Interactive Workshop Sessions
10:30-11:45 AMConcurrent Breakout Session 2: STEM Initiative Models Presentations and Interactive Workshop Sessions
11:50 AM- 1:10 PMLunch, and Showcase of Regional STEM Education Resources in the SU Ballroom
1:15-2:30 PMConcurrent Breakout Session 3: STEM Initiative Models Presentations and Interactive Workshop Sessions
2:30-3:00 PMPoster Walk: Posters of Instructional Units by CEEMS and RET Teachers on Display in Atrium
3:00-3:20 PMPosting of raffle prize winners and collection of prizes
3:30 PMClosure of Conference:
- Return Contact Hours Sheet to Registration Desk
DIRECTIONS
Directions to Kenton Garage & NKU Student Union
Please park in the Kenton Drive Parking garage and proceed across the street to the student union. Upon entering the garage, pull a ticket from the parking machines, you will receive a validation ticket at registration.
Directions if traveling from US 27: From US 27 turn into the Main Entrance of Northern Kentucky University. Get in the right lane and veer to the RIGHT at the bottom of the hill. Avoid the roundabout circle completely. Turn LEFT at the stoplight on to Kenton Drive. Go straight until you see the Kenton Drive Parking Garage on your right. The Student Union is directly across from the Kenton Drive Parking Garage.
Directions if traveling from 275: Take the Three Mile Road exit and turn right off the exit. Turn RIGHT at the stop light on to Kenton Drive. Go straight until you see the Kenton Drive Parking Garage on your right. The Student Union is directly across from the Kenton Drive Parking Garage.
Click Here for a Campus Map
CONTACTSDirect additonal questions to
Garret Scala (859) 572-1308 | scalag1@nku.edu|