NJCTL Programs at 2010 Celebration of Teaching and Learning

"SMART" Professional Learning Communities
Presenters: Peggy Stewart, Heather Henderson, Marion Conrad, John Getz

This program offered guidance in developing a professional learning community designed to engage teachers in professional development that will impact the learning of all students. Participants will examine two models that used"SMART" technology to support the continuing development of professional learning communities. View Presentation

Algebra the "SMART" way
Presenters: Heather Henderson, John Getz, Marion Conrad

Algebra is foundational for math and science understanding. This program will investigate ways to engage students in Algebra through the use of SMART technology and units created by teachers working in Professional Learning Communities. View Presentation

The Progressive Science Initiative (PSI): An Effective New Approach Towards Science Education and Teacher Training that Dramatically Improves AP Science Achievement
Presenters: Robert Goodman, Ed.D. - Director of the New Jersey Center for Teaching and Learning; Tim Panebianco – Coordinator of Program Development for the New Jersey Center for Teaching and Learning

PSI uses new approaches towards curriculum, pedagogy and educational technology to dramatically improve student achievement in science. The curriculum is based on a physics-chemistry-biology sequence; the pedagogy is social constructivist; and instruction is delivered using Smart Boards, Notebooks and Responders. Combining these with a high level of vertical and horizontal articulation, leading seamlessly towards AP exams, has resulted in AP results that are up to 24 times better than the New Jersey average. View presentation

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