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== Image 1. DNA molecule extracted from a living specimen. (http://www.flickr.com/photos/kyz/3340435836/sizes/l/)

= Teaching and Learning Science in a 1:1 Classroom =

** Welcome to the 2010 Fall Professional Development Workshop! **
Within this group, we will be working on how to improve Science teaching and learning in a technology-enhanced classroom. The goals of the workshop are to:


 * Develop a deeper understanding of the intersection of curricular standards and sound 1:1 pedagogy through the use of 21st century tools;
 * Explore and develop classroom management strategies that will successfully accommodate an effective 1:1 learning environment in //your classroom//;
 * Build the foundation for an online professional learning community of science teachers and begin online conversations with colleagues;
 * Explore options for utilizing different forms of assessment in a 1:1 classroom;
 * Experiment with content-specific/appropriate technology tools;
 * Develop a new lesson that leverages the power of 1:1 computing to create a dynamic and engaging learning experience for students;
 * Create an assessment that could only be accomplished in a 1:1 computing environment.

We have a multitude of activities, opportunities for collaboration, and time for discussion designed to support each of these goals. A unique aspect of using this wiki is that all products created in every activity will be saved for later use. Since everything will be saved here, you will have continual access to multiple assessments, activities, and full lessons to use in the coming year. Thus, not only are you gaining experience by being here, you are also leaving with a numerous useful resources!

While you are earning CEU's for this workshop, you will be asked to adapt an existing lesson or develop a new lesson that integrates the tools and concepts you have learned over the past two days. You are encouraged to consider a topic you will be teaching next semester and create a technology-enhanced lesson that you could use for that topic. Guidelines are provided in Part 5 to help you in the process. Additionally, session facilitators will be available to provide you with assistance in developing the lesson.

To continue conversations with colleagues beyond the Institute, be sure to join the Science teachers group within our online community, the __NC 1:1 Ning__