Projects for 2015-16
I had very few projects last school year, none worth writing about…..was a little bummed.
However, I’m sort of feeling a rejuvenation of sorts now and having a positive outlook for this year.
So here goes….
I’m doing a major formatting revision on my iBook lab manual. When text is in a scrolling text box, students can’t highlight the important parts of the procedure for quick viewing in the notes tab.
Since PES is now in the new AP Chemistry curriculum so I am going to put together my own iBook for this topic.
I need to incorporate more particulate representation activities into my curriculum. I am adding questions in the lab manual where appropriate but I’m thinking of doing a separate iBook, Notability files or some other useful app to address these types of problems. Still experimenting here.
Haven’t given up on the idea of a Science National Honor Society….we have to find some way to get students more involved with STEM.
Lost my Mac cart, being replaced with some Windows 8 machines. Have to compare my previous activities to see what students can do with similar applications. This will take some time.
I’ve given up the Varsity Club, for several reasons. 1) Limited the amount of days my daughter could go to her swim practice. (swim team is not affiliated with her school) 2) Difficult to get students committed to their obligations in this club. 3) So I have time to commit to my 2 newest passions….angora rabbits and knitting. Hopefully with enough student interest forming a Knitting Club as school.