Breakout Session Details
Each breakout session will address the symposium theme of Engaging and Empowering All Students to Excel in Math and CS..
All sessions are tentative and subject to change.
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1A: Introduction to C-STEM Program, and Hands-on Coding and Robotics Experience for Administrators and Counselors (Bring-Your-Own-Computer) This session will cover an overview of the C-STEM program and provide first-hand experience on getting started on your own computer. Experience how easy it is to set up and how fun it can be to learn through coding and robotics. Learn how to get started with C-STEM coding and robotics program in your school and district. Facilitators: Harry Cheng, Director UC Davis C-STEM Center Jeff Hescox, Education Service Manager, UC Davis C-STEM Center |
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1B: Getting Started with Hands-on C-STEM Coding, Robotics, and Curriculum for the Absolute Beginner of Teachers (Bring-Your-Own-Computer) This session will cover an overview of the C-STEM program and provide first-hand experience on getting started on your own computer. Experience how easy it is to set up and how fun it can be to learn through coding and robotics. Learn how to get started teaching with C-STEM coding and robotics. Facilitator: Dr. Larry Lagerstrom, Chief Academic Officer, Barobo, Inc.
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1C: Integrating C-STEM Coding and Robotics into Teaching Elementary Math Schoolwide Learn from C-STEM elementary school administrators and teachers how to implement the C-STEM program school wide and transform sites into STEM schools. During this informative session, administrators will share practical, actionable insights for funding, including specific budget strategies and other funding ideas. They will also provide specific details on how they integrated the program both vertically and horizontally across different grade level and subjects, as well as provided professional development for teachers. In addition, Teachers will show how math, CS, and robotics are integrated into K-5 grades. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to learn from experienced educators and take your school's STEM education to the next level. Moderator: Amy Pedersen, Principal, Woodlake Elementary Community Charter, LAUSD
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1D: UCD/UCR CS Supplementary Teaching Credential Authorization Program Gain insights on how partnerships with UCD C-STEM and UCR Extension have helped school districts receive funds from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) to support teacher professional development. In partnership with UCR Extension, UC Davis C-STEM offers a course pathway for teachers to earn a CS Supplementary Teaching Credential Authorization. Learn more about this program and how K-12 teachers can participate. Moderator: Dr. Christina Pierce, Director, Curriculum/Instruction and Academic Enrichment Education Support Services, San Bernardino County Office of Education Speakers:
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2A: Hands-on Experience on CMS, and Engaging Multilingual Learners and Students with Special Needs to Learn Math with Coding and Robotics for Administrators and Counselors (Bring-Your-Own-Computer) In this session, administrators will learn how teachers have access to a broad range of tools, including RoboBlocky CMS, to connect and engage with students. In this hands-on session, participants will learn strategies to engage all students using the RoboBlocky curriculum, with a particular focus on students with special needs and multilingual learners. Facilitators: Jeff Hescox, Education Service Manager, UC Davis C-STEM Center Vitaly Orlav, Teacher, Cope Middle, Redlands USD
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2B: C-STEM for CTE, CS, Science Education (Bring-Your-Own-Computer) Gain hands-on experience of the CS Standards Compliant C-STEM K-12 CS/STEAM with Robotics curriculum. Learn how these curriculum can be taught standalone or integrated into existing CS, CTE, engineering, and science courses.
Facilitator: Dr. Larry Lagerstrom, Chief Academic Officer, Barobo, Inc. |
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2C: Integrating Coding and Robotics into Middle School Math Experienced C-STEM teachers will guide participants through hands-on examples using coding and robotics to teach middle school math. Participants will discover how coding and robotics directly support students’ math, critical thinking, and problem solving skills in a unique, engaging way. This session will also explore how C-STEM is currently being used in middle school math and math support classes. Moderator: Dr. Fred Uy, Director, Educator & Leadership Programs , Co-Director, Center for the Advancement of Instruction in Quantitative Reasoning, CSU Office of the Chancellor Speakers:
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2D: After school and Summer Robotics Camps for Learning Math The C-STEM Afterschool and Summer Robotics Camps for Accelerated Math Learning are designed for local schools and districts to host for their K-12 students. These programs use robotics projects and real-world problem solving to create engaging and impactful learning experiences that help students accelerate and deepen their understanding of math. The programs also offer recreational opportunities and encourage peer-mentoring and teamwork. Join this session to learn how you can bring these C-STEM Expanded Learning Programs to your schools, districts, and communities. Moderator: Robert Schwandt, Asst. Director of Educational Technology, Alvord USD Speakers:
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3A: Showcase of Leaning: Elementary Math and CS/STEAM with Coding and Robotics In this session, seasoned educators and their students from Crafton Elementary in Redlands USD will demonstrate how implementing C-STEM has led to increased student engagement and learning in elementary math. You'll have the chance to watch elementary students as they work on the RoboBlocky math curriculum, and see their enthusiasm and engagement while learning math. By joining this session, you'll discover how the C-STEM Program can revolutionize math education at the elementary level. Moderator: Dr. Sharisa Chan, Digital Learning and Computer Science Project Specialist, San Bernardino County Office of Education Speakers:
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3B: Arduino: Introduction to Basic electronics and Creative Problem Solving for Physical Computing (Bring-Your-Own-Computer) Arduino can be integrated into Math, Computer Science, Engineering, and Robotics Courses, as well as after school/expanded programs and summer camps to facilitate a technologically advanced learning environment. Join this hands-on session to get started using Arduino microcontrollers with RoboBlocky. This session will explore an introduction to Physical Computing with Arduino by combining the hands-on projects of physical computing with the simplicity of block-based programming. Discover the endless possibilities of physical computing and how to incorporate modern do-it-yourself electronics into your classroom teaching. Facilitator: Dr. Larry Lagerstrom, Chief Academic Officer, Barobo, Inc.
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3C: Integrating C-STEM Coding and Robotics into Alg1, Geo, Alg2 or Integrated Math I, II, and III ) The C-STEM Mathematics with Robotics curriculum, including 20 UCOP A-G Approved C-STEM courses, has had proven success in increasing student engagement and learning at the secondary level. Hear how a panel of Secondary School Math teachers have incorporated the C-STEM curriculum into high school math classes and how it maps to the big ideas in the upcoming new state math framework. Join this session to learn more about how the C-STEM Program can transform math education at the secondary level. Moderator: Dr. Judy Fancher, Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment, PreK-12, Hacienda La Puente USD
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3D: Full STEAM Ahead: Creating Art, Animations, Music, and STEAM in your school (Bring-Your-Own-Computer) This session shows how the C-STEM program integrates Art into STEAM education by giving students the opportunity to explore their artistic and creative talents using music and visual media. See how C-STEM’s curriculum and activity resources support the development of artistic talents through various channels including drawing, storytelling, playing and composing melodies, learning math with a piano, and image processing. Explore how quickly and easily reconfigurable and modular Linkbot systems can be assembled by easily snapping parts together to accomplish various tasks and solve challenges. With a robotics-based STEAM makerspace, students will discover new ways to solve problems by designing, building, and testing their own robotics systems. Moderator: Ruth Thompson, 5th grade/STEM Teacher, Smiley Elementary, Redlands USD Facilitators:
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4A: Showcase of Learning: Elementary and Middle School Math and CS/STEAM with Coding and Robotics Join Orange USD administrators, teachers, and their students in this session as they showcase the impact of implementing C-STEM on increasing student engagement and math proficiency in elementary and middle schools. Learn why they have changed the school name from West Orange Elementary School to West Orange Mathematics Academy after working with C-STEM. You'll have the opportunity to watch students working on the RoboBlocky math curriculum, and witness their enthusiasm for and engagement with the subject. By attending this session, you'll gain insights on how the C-STEM Program can transform math education at the elementary and middle school levels. Moderator: Dr. Helene Cunningham, Director, Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, P-12, Hacienda La Puente USD Speakers:
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4B: AP Computer Science Principles with Robotics Join this session to learn about new C-STEM AP Computer Science Principles course. Unlike other APCSP courses, this course uses virtual robots and optional hardware robots. Many robotics and coding features are specifically developed for students to learn computer science principles and prepare them for the corresponding AP exam. Speakers:
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4C: RoboPlay Competition, GIRL/GIRL+ Camps, and Ujima GIRL Project Learn how to promote diversity and inclusion with C-STEM Expanded Learning Programs. Discover how GIRL/GIRL+ Camps, summer camps motivate middle and high school girls to learn STEM and computing concepts through robotics. And the Ujima(GIRL) Project aims to address the significant challenges of inclusion and equity for Black/African American middle school and high school girls in STEM education. The project will empower over 2,000 girls to become leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in their schools, communities, and future careers. RoboPlay Competition is a level-playing field robotics competition with a focus on applying math in solving real-world problems. It provides an opportunity for K-12 students to showcase their math problem-solving skills. Speakers:
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4D: Full STEAM Ahead: Engaging Students with Art, Animations, Music, and Makerspace for Learning STEAM (Elementary School) This session shows how the C-STEM program integrates Art into STEAM education by giving students the opportunity to explore their artistic and creative talents using music and visual media. See how C-STEM’s curriculum and activity resources support the development of artistic talents through various channels including drawing, storytelling, playing and composing melodies, learning math with a piano, and image processing. Explore how quickly and easily reconfigurable and modular Linkbot systems can be assembled by easily snapping parts together to accomplish various tasks and solve challenges. With a robotics-based STEAM makerspace, students will discover new ways to solve problems by designing, building, and testing their own robotics systems. Moderator: Jeff Hescox, Education Service Manager, UC Davis C-STEM Center Facilitators:
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Appropriate for Administrators |
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BYOD – Bring your own Device (Windows 10 or above, MacOSX 10.13 or above, Chromebook with Chrome OS v. 89 or above) |