K-12 Educators Institute
Summer Course Offerings
NOTE: Registration Opens March 14, 2011
THESE COURES ARE RESTRICTED TO K-12 EDUCATORS OR GRADUATE STUDENTS WITH DEPARTMENTAL APPROVAL
Looking for a subject or specific need. Please contact Carolyn Callaghan at 717-477-1502
Summer 2011 list of offerings.
ART 491.74 Selected Topics: "White Paintings" 3 Credits
June 13 - 17, 2011; Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Shippensburg University, Huber Art Center, Painting Studio Instructor: Michael Campbell, MFA, Professor of Art and Design
This course focuses on the materials and techniques of paint media that will allow for the production of "White" paintings. The student will select his or her own personal content, paint media (watercolor, acrylic, oil, tempera, and/or encaustic), and support(s) (paper, canvas, or panel). This course will explore both the additive and subtractive methods for producing primarily "White" paintings. The student will have the option of working on other painting skills during the course and producing other non-white paintings. An optional day trip to art galleries in New York City will be scheduled to see contemporary painting themes expressed through a variety of styles and media (Wednesday, June 15th).
NOTE: There is an additional cost for the NYC trip. A suggested materials list is mailed upon enrollment. This course is also offered as a 3 1/2 day residency course. In addition to the day hours, students will complete evening open studio sessions: Monday through Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. The residency course ends at 12 noon on Thursday. We have a limited number of rooms held at Shippen Place Hotel (717-532- 4141) at a special discount rate of $72. Make sure you mention Art Institute and the course title to receive the discounted rate.
ART 492.74 Selected Topics: "Drawing with White Media" 3 Credits
June 20 - 24, 2011; Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Shippensburg University, Huber Art Center, Painting Studio Instructor: Michael Campbell, MFA, Professor of Art and Design
This course focuses on the materials and techniques of "White" drawing. The student will work with many different types of papers using select white drawing media. Students will be encouraged to experiment with white media while developing personal content through a series of drawings. The student will have the option of working on other types of drawing during the course. An optional day trip to art galleries in New York City will be scheduled to see contemporary drawing themes expressed through a variety of styles and media (Wednesday, June 22rd).
NOTE: There is an additional cost for the NYC trip. A suggested materials list is mailed upon enrollment. This course is also offered as a 3 1/2 day residency course. In addition to the day hours, students will complete evening open studio sessions: Monday through Wednesday, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. The residency course ends at 12 noon on Thursday. We have a limited number of rooms held at Shippen Place Hotel (717-532- 4141) at a special discount rate of $72. Make sure you mention Art Institute and the course title to receive the discounted rate.
EDU 492.74 Selected Topics: Experiential Learning -Inside and Outside of Classroom 3 Credits
June 13 -17, 2011; Monday -Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Capital Area Intermediate Unit Instructor: Staff
This course introduces participants to the concept of experiential learning and how it can be used to improve the quality of student learning in classroom and outdoor and non-traditional environments. The program will include an overview of the theories and conceptual models of experiential learning and how they translate into the design and delivery of learning. Participants are encouraged to identify how experiential learning relates to other learning theories and models, including learning styles, multiple intelligence and brain based learning research.
The course will be delivered in an experiential manner and participants will form a community of learners. Participants will experience a range of activities related to group formation and development as well as the application of experiential concepts across the curriculum. The group also will have a field trip (probably a day hike in a wilderness area) to experience how such planned activities can enrich learning across the curriculum. Instruction will include how to create safe and effective learning experiences suitable for the age, ability and diversity of the learners. Group discussion and individual assignments will encourage participants to reflect on how the experiences impact them personally as well as how the techniques can be applied to their own practice.
The program will be facilitated by experienced staff from Capital Area Adventures and will be experiential in nature. The program will be based at the CAIU Enola Center with the possibility of one day spent off site, probably including hiking. Please dress comfortably and expect to be outside for part of the program. Additional information and preparatory materials will be sent to participants prior to the course.
EDU 494. 74 Selected Topics: Using Technology in the Classroom 3 Credits
June 20-24, 2011; Monday -Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Shippensburg University, Grove Hall 106
Instructor: Staff
This project driven course will allow students the opportunity to better their computer skills by learning a variety of technological programs. Students will create a project for each program taught that can then be used in the classroom. Programs taught in this course include Microsoft Word, Windows Movie Maker, PowerPoint, and SmartBoard. In addition, students will extensively use the Internet as a resource for the course and for the online classroom.
EDU 493.74 Selected Topics: Advanced SmartBoard for the K-12 Educator 3 Credits
June 27 - July 1, 2011; Monday -Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Shippensburg University, Grove Hall 106
Instructor: Staff
This course is designed for educators with some working knowledge of SmartBoard. Using version 10 software, educators will gain a more extensive knowledge of the SmartBoard software and its capabilities. This course will provide instruction for educators to create various SmartBoard files for use in a unit they currently teach. The course will be project driven so that educators become even more familiar with the software while creating interactive lessons that will be used in their classroom. Some topics covered include tables, screen shades, split screen, lock in place, cloning, and games.
EDU 491.77 Selected Topics: SAS Technology Driven Instruction 3 Credits
August 8 - 12, 2011; Monday -Friday, 7:30a.m. -2:40 p.m. (working lunch)
St. Thomas Elementary School, Room 108, St. Thomas, PA
Instructor: Staff
This course is designed to allow teachers to develop standards baded technology infused lessons. An interactive white board (Smart Board) will be the vehicle to deliver Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science and cross curriculum lessons. The focus of the course will be on the integration of technology into classroom practice as aligned with the Pennsylvania State Standards according to the Standards Aligned System. This course will be project driven. NOTE: This course is restricted to educators in the Tuscarora School District.
EEC 490.74 Selected Topics: American Sign Language and Deaf Culture 3 Credits
June 13 -July 1, 2011; Monday - Friday;10 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Dixon University Center, Harrisburg, PA Instructor: Sandy Hohn
Introduces American Sign Language -the primary language used by members of the North American deaf community. Instruction will focus on developing both expressive and receptive communication skills. Emphasis is on vocabulary development, but basic grammar and syntax of ASL will also be practiced. The course will be conducted using through instructor modeling and student practice. Opportunities to interact with members of the deaf community will be provided.
ELP 490.74 Educator in the Workplace 3 Credits
May 16, 2011, 4:30 -6:30 p.m.; June 20 -24, 2011; Monday -Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Franklin County Career and Technology Center, Chambersburg, PA
Instructors: Sandra Traynor & Stephanie Barnhart
Course will provide experience for educators in meeting the requirements of the proposed state academic standards for career education and work. The course will provide relevant practical first-hand knowledge of business/industry workplace environment, expectations and experiences to develop ways to incorporate workplace development, interest/career selection and relevancy issues into the curriculum. For Secondary Teachers ONLY. Four teachers per district.
ELP 490.75 Educator in the Workplace3 Credits
May 19, 2011, 4:30 -6:30 pm; June 20 -24, 2011; Monday -Friday; 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Dallastown High School, Dallastown, PA
Instructors: Dr. Jud Stauffer
Course will provide experience for educators in meeting the requirements of the proposed state academic standards for career education and work. The course will provide relevant practical first-hand knowledge of business/industry workplace environment, expectations and experiences to develop ways to incorporate workplace development, interest/career selection and relevancy issues into the curriculum.
ELP 490.76 Educator in the Workplace3 Credits
May 19, 2011, 4:30 -6:30 pm; June 27 -July 1, 2011; Monday -Friday; 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
SouthWestern High School, Hanover, PA
Instructors: Staff
Course will provide experience for educators in meeting the requirements of the proposed state academic standards for career education and work. The course will provide relevant practical first-hand knowledge of business/industry workplace environment, expectations and experiences to develop ways to incorporate workplace development, interest/career selection and relevancy issues into the curriculum.
ELP 510.71 Special Education Law 3 Credits
May 16 -June 3, 2011
Face -to-Face Meetings on May 16, 18, 23, 25 and June 1 from 5:30 - 9:00 PM. Online requirements on May 17, 24, 30, 31, and June 3. Dixon University Center, Harrisburg, PA and online component
Instructor: Dr. David Bateman
This course provides a comprehensive and current overview of the major federal laws and judicial interpretations of those lawsthat apply to the education of children with disabilities. The course includes discussions of inclusion, effective accommodations, IEP's, discipline, equal protection, and procedural due process. It also examines the six principles of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Chapters 14, 15, and 16 from the state code. The course helps students understand what the law requires so that when they will become effective educators and make decisions that comply with these laws.
Adlerian Summer Institute
ELP 594.77 Selected Topics: Poverty and Education3 Credits
August 1-5, 2011; Monday -Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Shippensburg University, Horton Hall 127
Instructor: Dr. Wes Wingett
This workshop will focus on helping educators and other professionals to understand various types of poverty, to develp strategies in working with children and families affected by poverty and to identify ways to help people leave poverty. The theoretical approach to poverty will be based on the work of Ruby Payne and Alfred Adler.
ENG 598.77 What's Different About Teaching Reading to Students Learning English? 3 Credits
July 18 -22, 2011; Monday -Friday, 8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. & October 15, 2010; Saturday, 8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Lincoln Intermediate Unit, New Oxford, PA
Instructor: Francine Dutrisac
This research-based course was developed by the Center for Applied Linguistics (CAL) and is designed to provide K-12 reading specialists, content teachers and ESL specialists with an understanding of the principles and strategies specific to teaching reading to English Language Learners (ELLs), and help teachers to apply research findings to their classroom practices. This 45-hour course will be provided as an optional 5th course in the ESL Program Specialist Certificate Program to enrich the reading instructional skills of teachers who work with ELLs.
SPN 515.74 Hispanic American Poetry and Song 3 Credits
June 20- July 1; Monday - Friday; 10:00am - 2:00 pm; Shippensburg University
Instructor: Dr. Robert Lesman
This course focuses on the intersection between poetry and music. Poetry, musical settings of poems and songs are presented. The course focuses on three countries: Mexico, Cuba, and Chile. Each text is analyzed with reference to its historical and cultural context. Historical and biographical texts help contextualize the material, and the theme of social justice runs throughout.
TCH 490.74 Selected Topics: Open Educational Resources (OERs) and Free Online Instructional Tools 3 Credits
June 20 - July 1, 2011 Monday - Friday; 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Instructor: Dr. Han Liu
Open Educational Resources (OERs) and free online web2.0 instructional tools are becoming more and more popular and influential to K-12 classroom teachers and learners as well. Some tech savvy teachers have already tried various strategies to dovetail such resources and tools into their daily lesson planning, instruction, and assessment. This course will use a series of hands on activities, computer labs, and subject area related projects to help K12 classroom teachers integrate OERs and apply online tools in their instruction activities based on sound understanding of how to evaluate open educational resources and indentify appropriate elements that fit into student learning targets, how to match online tools with specific contents and certain grade levels, and how to create digital learning environment and design digital learning experiences for the millennial learner. The instructor will also demonstrate strategies on how to teach 21st century skills, encourage creativity, and promote digital citizenship through modeling his digital age work and learning.
AP SUMMER INSTITUTE
BIO 495.74 AP for Biology
3 Credits (a Non-Credit Option for Act 48 is available as well)
June 20 -24, 2011, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Shippensburg University, Franklin Science Center, Lab 134
Instructor: Cherylann Hollinger
This College Board endorsed course is for new and veteran teachers. This course will provide beginning AP Biology teachers the necessary background to teach AP Biology. It is also valuable for more experienced APB teachers who are interested in reviewing and updating materials and methods. Among the topics of discussion will be selection of textbooks, summer assignments, how to maximize classroom time, format of the exam, and how the exam is graded. The course will follow the College Board's breakdown of the themes included in any APB course: Molecules and Cells, Heredity and Evolution, and Organisms and Populations. Appropriate lab activities will be discussed. Participants will do all of the required labs in one form or another. Alternatives to the labs in the AP Lab Manual will be discussed and available for participants to try. Selected response questions for the past 3 AP exams will be provided, along with graded samples of student responses. A mock reading will be conducted during the week. All participants are expected to bring a calculator, a notebook, and enough copies of their favorite Biology activity or lab to share with others. If currently teaching APB, bring a copy of the textbook used.
MAT 492.77 AP for Statistics
3 Credits (a Non-Credit option for Act 48 is available as well)
July 18 -22, 2011, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Shippensburg University Instructor: James Bohan
This course will discuss in detail the philosophy, content and pedagogies related to creating and implementing a successful course in AP Statistics. The sessions will focus on the four main areas of AP Statistics: Exploring Data; Sampling and Experimentation; Anticipating Patterns; and Statistical Inference. The approach will be one of using actual AP Statistics problems to guide the discussion of content and pedagogy.
In addition, the course will provide opportunities for discussion on topics such as:
- AP courses: goals, objectives, content, resources, bibliographies, and equipment
- The AP Examination: how it is developed and graded
- Syllabi, lesson plans, and assignments
- How to refresh and improve existing AP courses
- Recent changes in AP Course Descriptions
- Strategies for teaching students at beginning or intermediate levels
- Vertical teaming
- Use of technology in AP Statistics