CAST 2024

How to Become a Shining Star during the STAAR Season in 5th Grade	We all know that spring time is STAAR time. This session will provide you with an indepth look at the Summit K12 STAAR Mastery Component. As you prepare your students for the Science STAAR you will have an opportunity to see how Summit K12 can help every student with individualized PLP, vocabulary support, and a set of review lessons/activities as we rev up for the upcoming assessment.
The Power of 3D! Engaging Students in Science Like Never Before!	Join us for an engaging session designed for K-5 educators new to the concept of three-dimensional learning in science! Discover how to leverage real-world phenomena to inspire curiosity and deepen understanding. You'll gain practical strategies to implement three-dimensional learning in your classroom, fostering critical thinking and collaboration among students. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting your journey, this session will equip you with the tools to transform your approach to teaching science.
Phenomenal Science Instruction: Observation to Understanding	Come join us as we unravel the mysteries of phenomena! Discover the power of phenomena-based instruction and how it can ignite student curiosity and create real-world learning experiences. Gain practical strategies for incorporating phenomena into your teaching, fostering student sensemaking, and transitioning to three-dimensional learning.
Evolving Superbugs: Engaging Students in 3D Learning with Dynamic Biology Activities	Join this hands-on session to dive into Dynamic Biology activities and experience how using a phenomenon on the evolution of antibiotic-resistant “Superbug” bacteria cells can actively engage students in 3D learning in your classroom. You’ll walk away with ready-to-use activities and a clear understanding of how a phenomena-centered learning approach equips students for success on the STAAR exam.
Sneak Peek: Virtual Field Investigations with Dynamic Science	Immerse yourself in this dynamic session to discover how to seamlessly integrate our Virtual Field Investigations (VFI) videos into your classroom. Connect your students to the wonders of science through incredible informal resources, including our Texas State Parks. You’ll also get an exciting sneak peek at Season 2 of VFI and enjoy an exclusive screening of one of our Gold Telly Award-winning full-length videos.
Solving a Medical Mystery: Making Time for Phenomena with Dynamic Chemistry	Learn to effortlessly integrate phenomena into your lessons with Dynamic Chemistry. We'll guide you through incorporating anchoring phenomena into your existing curriculum using a medical mystery as an example. This method increases student engagement by encouraging students to think and act like scientists—all without requiring extra class time. Join our interactive workshop to elevate your teaching with minimal effort and boost student understanding effectively!
Phenomenal Science Instruction: Making Sense of Sensemaking	Are you finding it challenging to fit phenomena into your already packed teaching schedule? Join us for an interactive session where you'll discover how to effortlessly weave phenomena into your existing lesson cycle. We'll dive into practical strategies for fostering student sensemaking through engaging activities, thought-provoking questioning, and meaningful reflection. Watch as these techniques culminate in an in-depth understanding of the content for your students!
Making Sense with Writing: CER is for EVERYONE!	In this session, participants will explore how to utilize the Claim, Evidence, Reasoning framework to support sensemaking as students of all ages explain real-world phenomena. We will demonstrate strategies to incorporate CER in your science classroom, turning observations into meaningful explanations, no matter your students’ age! Leave this session with a deeper understanding of how to promote sensemaking by leveraging sentence frames and academic vocabulary, scaffolding the writing process, and helping students think critically about complex phenomena – Because CER is for everyone!
Instrucción científica fenomenal: De la observación a la comprensión	¡Acompáñenos a descubrir los misterios de los fenómenos! Descubra el poder de la instrucción basada en fenómenos y cómo se puede utilizar para despertar la curiosidad de los estudiantes y crear experiencias de aprendizaje del mundo real. Obtenga estrategias prácticas para incorporar fenómenos a su enseñanza, fomentar la comprensión de los estudiantes y realizar la transición al aprendizaje tridimensional.
How to Become a Shining Star during the STAAR Season in Biology	We all know that spring time is STAAR time. This session will provide you with an indepth look at the Summit K12 STAAR Mastery Component. As you prepare your students for the Science STAAR you will have an opportunity to see how Summit K12 can help every student with individualized PLP, vocabulary support, and a set of review lessons/activities as we rev up for the upcoming assessment.
How to Become a Shining Star during the STAAR Season in 8th Grade	We all know that spring time is STAAR time. This session will provide you with an indepth look at the Summit K12 STAAR Mastery Component. As you prepare your students for the Science STAAR you will have an opportunity to see how Summit K12 can help every student with individualized PLP, vocabulary support, and a set of review lessons/activities as we rev up for the upcoming assessment.
Time-Lapse Trajectories: Effortless Strategies for Integrating Phenomena with Dynamic Physics	Explore phenomena-centered learning with Dynamic Physics, where real-world events actively engage students. Discover practical strategies to easily integrate anchoring phenomena, using time-lapse photos as an example, to spark curiosity, reveal misconceptions, and clarify everyday mysteries. Gain hands-on techniques for smoothly incorporating these engaging experiences into your classroom, turning common misunderstandings into impactful teachable moments— all without adding extra class time.
How to Become a Shining Star during the STAAR Season in Secondary	We all know that spring time is STAAR time. This session will provide you with an indepth look at the Summit K12 STAAR Mastery Component. As you prepare your students for the Science STAAR you will have an opportunity to see how Summit K12 can help every student with individualized PLP, vocabulary support, and a set of review lessons/activities as we rev up for the upcoming assessment.
Evolving Superbugs: Engaging Students in 3D Learning with Dynamic Biology Activities	Join this hands-on session to dive into Dynamic Biology activities and experience how using a phenomenon on the evolution of antibiotic-resistant “Superbug” bacteria cells can actively engage students in 3D learning in your classroom. You’ll walk away with ready-to-use activities and a clear understanding of how a phenomena-centered learning approach equips students for success on the STAAR exam.