Post on 29-Dec-2015
Maryland STEM ePortfolio Project (MSPP)
Maryland STEM ePortfolio Project (MSPP)
Problem Based Learning
Geospatial
Technologies ePortfolio & Web 2.0 Tools
Information Literacy
Effective Research Strategies
GoalsGoals
• Prepare Learning Teams of teachers to become proficient in the seven elements related to the grant, resulting in STEM lessons that may be shared throughout the State (120 hours professional development)
• Learning Team members will sustain grant efforts by becoming trainers in their home district
• Develop a state-wide ePortfolio platform with storage space???
E-Portfolio: Lessons and Student Products
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AcademiesAcademies
Region Counties Dates Location
1 Washington, Allegany, Garrett, Carroll, Frederick
July 21, 22, 26-29 Washington County Outdoor Center
2 Anne Arundel, Baltimore City, Howard, Queen Anne’s
July 14, 15, 19-22 Arlington Echo
3 Harford, Baltimore County, Cecil, Kent
August 4, 5, 9-12 Harford Glen
4 Prince George’s, Calvert, St. Mary’s, Montgomery, Charles
July 13-15, 19-21 Howard B. Owens Science Center
5 Caroline, Dorchester, Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, Talbot
July 20-22, 27-29 University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Learning Team ParticipantsEquipment & Options
Learning Team ParticipantsEquipment & Options
• 30 GPS units standard pack for all participants
• A lump sum of $5,250 per participant has been allocated for equipment purchases (prices are estimates - see other options on next slide):
– Laptop computer ($1,800)– Interactive whiteboard device ($1,200)– Wireless adaptor ($200)– Document camera ($1000)– LCD projector ($800)– Flip HD video camera ($250)
Learning Team ParticipantsOptions
Learning Team ParticipantsOptions
For districts that already possess some of the required equipment, participants may purchase the following optional technologies:
– Equipment cart to house laptop, document camera, and
projector
– Audio enhancement system
– Student response clickers
– “Short throw” projector
– Dual platform software for Macintosh
Wikispaces – Storage and Delivery
Wikispaces – Storage and Delivery
General Information
Professional Development Modules
Questions & AnswersQuestions & Answers
Val Emrichvemrich@aacps.org
410-222-1693