STEMSS Cruise EL
Teach STEMSS with our Tech-Infused Modules with EL Strategies
Module Itinerary
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Stop 1: Explore where and what the boiling rivers are, why they have intertwined with myths, how the stories get told, and why we need to learn about them. Then, reflect on what you have learned and post your thoughts.
Stop 2: Explore SlOP and learn how to use the STEMSS approach to support ELs. You will also learn about integration of content, technology, and EL strategies.
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Stop 3: Explore STEMSS lessons and learn about the different components that make up an effective lesson. Share what you have learned using a graphic input chart and collaborating with others.
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Stop 4: Reflect on all that you have learned, and then brainstorm activity ideas on the Boiling Rivers. Create an activity outline including subject integration, technology, and EL strategies.
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Ready to get started?
PLEASE NOTE:
Keep in mind this Module is in draft form, and we are looking for your valuable input to help us make it an effective learning tool for teachers. In this Module, we are focusing on technology and graphic input charts / murals as teaching and learning strategies. One of the changes we will be making is the use of collaborative digital platforms, but for now we are using Google Docs and Slides. We look forward to your feedback!
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What is STEM and STEMSS?
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Expected Duration of Module: 3-4 hours
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Module Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:
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Describe and apply STEMMS pedagogy.
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Describe the Boiling Rivers, how they are formed, and what we can learn from them.
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Identify and use appropriate technologies with instruction.
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Identify and use effective EL strategies with instruction.
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Apply both content and pedagogy in outlining a STEMSS activity.
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Stop 1: What are the Boiling Rivers and what is the scientific basis behind them?
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Explore the Stop 1
Learning Presentation
Participants will be able to:
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Describe what a boiling river is in general and how it functions. Be able to explain why the boiling river in the Amazon is unlike other boiling rivers.
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Explain the history of this river and the legend behind it. Tell how the scientist was allowed to study the river.
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Describe the scientific reason for how the boiling river in the Amazon is heated.
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Explain why the river is important to both scientists and the local people of the Amazon.
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Use a social media platform to share a newly discovered resource and ‘AHA’ moments with others competing this module.
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Stop 2: STEMSS Strategies, Tools and Technologies
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Explore the Stop 2
Learning Presentation
Participants will be able to:
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Understand the SlOP elements.
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Identify and use graphic input charts as effective EL strategies for instruction.
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Identify and use digital collaboration tools to support learning.
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Stop 3: Investigate and Reflect
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Explore the Stop 3
Learning Presentation
Participants will be able to:
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Identify the components of a STEMSS lesson including content integration, EL strategies, vocabulary development, graphic organizers, and technology.
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Create and share a graphic input chart/mural to reflect what was learned from exploring a STEMSS lesson.
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Using social media, reflect on and discuss ideas about strategies learned in Stops 2 and 3.
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Stop 4: Brainstorm, Collaborate and Create
Explore the Stop 4
Learning Presentation
Participants will be able to:
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Discuss the benefits of teacher and student collaboration using technology.
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Collaborate on ideas and resources for creating a STEMSS lesson to teach about the Boiling Rivers, using technology, and using EL strategies including content and academic language development.
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Please fill out the completion Google Form
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