Ep. 16 - Discovering the Science in your own Backyard

Ep. 16 - Discovering the Science in your own Backyard

In this episode, we’re excited to welcome Andrés Ruzo—an educator, conservationist, scientist, TEDx speaker, and author. As the Founder and Director of the Boiling River Project, a National Geographic explorer, and a member of the Explorers Club Conservatory, Andrés will share insights on harnessing local phenomena to inspire students and deepen our understanding of our cities by exploring the landscapes beneath us. More about Andrés Ruzo: * Boiling River Project [https://boilingriver.org/] * TED Talk - The Boiling River of the Amazon [https://www.ted.com/talks/andres_ruzo_the_boiling_river_of_the_amazon?language=en] * TEDxKids What the Amazon Taught me about your Backyard [https://www.ted.com/talks/andres_ruzo_what_the_amazon_taught_me_about_your_backyard_jan_2021?subtitle=en] Mentioned in Today’s Podcast: * COP - Greening Education Hub in Dubai [https://erthzayed.com/] * Hunt For Sleeping GIants [https://www.mesaartscenter.com/index.php/shows/performing-live/national-geographic-live-hunt-for-sleeping-giants] * Connecting Geology and Fossils Lesson idea [https://www.earthsciweek.org/resources/classroom-activities/getting-creative-geologic-map-day-learning-activities/] * Gar in Fence in Dallas School [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q54A2PCPtC0] * Yaupon Tea Brothers [https://yauponbrothers.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorykBmB8LvqzIIyvTaRITSVfkRdSYMpD7Z9uJt0rO7de005zWdm] * Yaupon: The rebirth of America's forgotten tea (BBC Article) [https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20210223-yaupon-the-rebirth-of-americas-forgotten-tea] * Spring Creek Nature Area in Richardson, TX [https://www.cor.net/departments/parks-recreation/parks-trails/spring-creek-nature-area] More about STEAMology: * Instagram: @highlandparksteam [https://www.instagram.com/highlandparksteam/] * Instagram: @STEAMologypodcast [https://www.instagram.com/steamologypodcast/] * Website: www.hpisd.org/steam [http://www.hpisd.org/steam]

Ep. 15 - Cosmological Connections

What's the latest and greatest in the studies of the universe? Learn more about the fascinating field of theoretical cosmology from Professor Joel Meyers from SMU. He will explain what a cosmologist studies and what questions they are looking to answer. We will also cover some simple ways to break down the big concepts of cosmology into bite sized lessons for your classes. For more Information about Joel Meyers and his research you can visit https://joelmeyers.github.io/research [https://joelmeyers.github.io/research] Interesting Mentions: * Vera Rubin Observatory [https://rubinobservatory.org/] * The First Three Minutes [https://www.amazon.com/First-Three-Minutes-Modern-Universe/dp/0465024378] by Steven Weinberg * Big Bang [https://www.amazon.com/Big-Bang-Universe-Simon-Singh/dp/0007162219] by Simon Singh Lesson Ideas & Resources * * Standard Candle - Verizon Lessons (grades 4-12) [https://www.verizon.com/learning/lesson-plans/lessons/Distances-in-the-Universe-Part-2-Standard-Candles/1021] * * Doppler Shift (Grades 6-12)  [https://exploresound.org/2017/09/the-doppler-effect/] * * Scale of the Universe (Elementary, Middle) [https://www.palebluemarbles.com/count-the-stars-in-grains-of-sand/] * Veritasium on Youtube [https://www.youtube.com/@veritasium] https://www.instagram.com/highlandparksteam/ Visit our website www.hpisd.org/STEAM [https://www.hpisd.org/apps/pages/steam]

Ep. 14 - How do Students Build Personal Knowledge?

Jean Streepey is back! This time we're talking about the importance of using mathematical representations and how that helps students build their knowledge. Interested in learning more? * NCTM Effective Mathematics teaching Practices [https://www.nctm.org/Conferences-and-Professional-Development/Principles-to-Actions-Toolkit/Resources/7-EffectiveMathematicsTeachingPractices/] * NY Times - "Trying to Solve a Bigger Math Problem [https://www.nytimes.com/2017/02/03/education/edlife/accuplacer-placement-test-math-algebra.html]"

Ep. 13 Creating an Entrepreneurial Mindset

What do STEAM and Entrepreneurship have in common? WAY more than you think! Learn from the best of the best, Trey Bowles, who will explore the benefits to teaching the entrepreneurial mindset to kids as young as elementary age. We can teach our students and kids incredible things such as resilience, problem solving, and creativity by dipping into Entrepreneurship. Resources: * Connect with Trey on Linkedin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/treybowles] * Idea-Action-Measure Handout [https://drive.google.com/file/d/19zWAvDJcwftk2E-TWCRPN91M-1pFOH2Q/view?usp=drive_link] - How to pick the best ideas and carry them on to completion * Scholastic Shark Tank Entrepreneurship Activity [https://www.scholastic.com/sharktank/pdfs/Shark_Tank_Teaching_Guide.pdf] * The Bowles Investment Group [https://www.bowlesinvestmentgroup.com/]

Ep. 12 Phenomenal Phenomena

Join Bridget Myers and Ericca Vandagriff as they talk about what makes a phenomena phenomenal! In fact.... phenomenon don't have to be anything special to be used in class as a hook. Learn about how to integrate phenomenon into your lessons to inspire students and spark curiosity.