Posts Tagged ‘teacher training’
CTE Central: UC Green Curriculum Integration Workshop
Tuesday, August 9th, 2011The University of California Curriculum Integration (UCCI) Institute is seeking California high school teachers and administrators to apply for the fall institute on November 6-9, 2011 in Santa Barbara. This institute will focus on developing innovative “green” curricula in the subject areas of History/Social Science or Laboratory Science with any of the following Career Technical Education (CTE) industry sectors: Energy and Utilities; Engineering and Design; Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation; Public Services; or Transportation.
At the Institute, participants will work in groups to produce integrated, model courses for use statewide. Costs associated with attendance, with the exception of transportation, will be covered by funding from the CA Department of Education. All prospective participants must apply online by September 22, 2011. To apply and for more information, please visit www.ucop.edu/ucci.
Teachers to pilot Fraction Contraption
Tuesday, August 9th, 2011A group of teachers from Placer and Nevada County schools representing elementary, middle and high school will be participating in a pilot of Fraction Contraption (TM patent pending). The first training will be held at Colfax High School on August 10, 2011. Sierra College NSF and STEM Community Collaborative grants are supporting this project.
One For Training website resources
Monday, August 8th, 2011Supported by a grant from the Chancellor’s Office, California Community Colleges, Office Telecommunication and Technology Infrastructure Program (TTIP), the One for Training website offers resources to enhance teacher effectiveness and inspire students. Find free or low-cost training, resources and research.