7th & 8th Grade Science Teachers - FW: Playing with Data Research Project Request
Berry, Tricia S
The Playing with Data research project is currently recruiting 7th and 8th grade science teachers for a classroom-based study beginning in late September/early October 2017!
The National Science Foundation-funded project is investigating how teachers use data from video gameplay for formative assessment. Participating teachers will agree to use a mini-unit created to develop students’ basic skills in argumentation. The supplemental mini-unit includes an iPad-based game—Mars Generation One—designed to build argumentation skills through gameplay. The mini-unit also includes comprehensive lesson plans and classroom activities, which will be implemented during teachers’ regular units on Energy. The mini-unit includes a capstone project for classroom debate.
The length of implementation is approximately 3 weeks. Participants will be expected to spend approximately 10 hours beyond their regular teaching time completing study requirements (e.g., completing surveys and participating in interviews). Teachers will receive a $500.00 stipend at the end of the study.
If you are interested in participating, or for more information, please email Heather Kim, Researcher, at hk...@edc.org, or call her at 212. 807.4225. More information about the study is attached to this email.
Karen Peterson, Chief Executive Officer
The National Girls Collaborative
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