Presented by the National Science Foundation funded National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing, this online professional development session is scheduled for four days, specifically on June 26, 27, 30, and July 1st. This workshop is designed to cater to a diverse audience of educators, including instructors from secondary education institutions, post-secondary colleges and universities, and even those engaged in adult education or vocational training. The primary aim of this professional development opportunity is to enable these educators to enhance and upskill their existing curriculum, ensuring that it remains relevant and effective in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. Participants can explore innovative teaching methodologies, integrate cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, and align their curriculum with industry standards and best practices. The workshop will include interactive sessions, hands-on activities, and collaborative discussions that will empower educators to update their course materials and inspire and engage their students more effectively. By the end of the session, attendees will leave with a wealth of resources, practical strategies, and a renewed enthusiasm for teaching, all essential for preparing the next generation of skilled professionals in the manufacturing sector. Here is what the Summer Teachers' Workshop has to offer you: Technology & Professional Skills Training for Classroom Implementation
Technology Topics & Skills Including:
Programming using micro:bits ~ DC Electrical Circuits
3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing ~ SolidWorks 3D Modeling
Teambuilding Topics & Skills Including:
Development & Preservation of Effective Teams Â
Understanding Behavioral Diversity using DISC
Professional & Interpersonal Skills ~ Emotional Intelligence
Over $400 in materials will be provided:
One-year online educational version of SolidWorks CAD Software
micro:bit kit ~ Electrical components kit
DISC and Emotional Quotient personal assessments
DISC and Emotional Quotient workbooks and reference materials
Participants will be eligible to receive up to $750 in stipends
For additional information email: wendy.robicheau@ctstate.edu
This material is based upon work supported by The National Science Foundation under Grants #2335016. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.
