Maryland STEM ePortfolio Project (MSPP)

Maryland STEM ePortfolio Project (MSPP)

Problem Based Learning

Geospatial

Technologies ePortfolio & Web 2.0 Tools

Information Literacy

Effective Research Strategies

GoalsGoals

• Prepare Learning Teams of teachers to become proficient in the seven elements related to the grant, resulting in STEM lessons that may be shared throughout the State (120 hours professional development)

• Learning Team members will sustain grant efforts by becoming trainers in their home district

• Develop a state-wide ePortfolio platform with storage space???

E-Portfolio: Lessons and Student Products

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Region Counties Dates Location

1 Washington, Allegany, Garrett, Carroll, Frederick

July 21, 22, 26-29 Washington County Outdoor Center

2 Anne Arundel, Baltimore City, Howard, Queen Anne’s

July 14, 15, 19-22 Arlington Echo

3 Harford, Baltimore County, Cecil, Kent

August 4, 5, 9-12 Harford Glen

4 Prince George’s, Calvert, St. Mary’s, Montgomery, Charles

July 13-15, 19-21 Howard B. Owens Science Center

5 Caroline, Dorchester, Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, Talbot

July 20-22, 27-29 University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Learning Team ParticipantsEquipment & Options

Learning Team ParticipantsEquipment & Options

• 30 GPS units standard pack for all participants

• A lump sum of $5,250 per participant has been allocated for equipment purchases (prices are estimates - see other options on next slide):

– Laptop computer ($1,800)– Interactive whiteboard device ($1,200)– Wireless adaptor ($200)– Document camera ($1000)– LCD projector ($800)– Flip HD video camera ($250)

Learning Team ParticipantsOptions

Learning Team ParticipantsOptions

For districts that already possess some of the required equipment, participants may purchase the following optional technologies:

– Equipment cart to house laptop, document camera, and

projector

– Audio enhancement system

– Student response clickers

– “Short throw” projector

– Dual platform software for Macintosh

Wikispaces – Storage and Delivery

Wikispaces – Storage and Delivery

General Information

Professional Development Modules

Questions & AnswersQuestions & Answers

Val Emrichvemrich@aacps.org

410-222-1693