CMSCE 2007-2008 Workshops
The Center for Mathematics, Science and Computer Education

Title: Science Test Preparation - NJ End-of-Course Biology Assessment and HSPA
Course ID #: 112807

Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Location: CMSCE lab
Cost: $195
Presenter(s): Jackie Halaw
Audience: Grade 9-12 Teachers, Administrators, Supervisors, Special Ed Teachers

Description:
Teachers will receive practical strategies, resources, and activities that can be used immediately in their classrooms to prepare students for the science portion of the HSPA and the NEW End-of-Course Biology assessment. This workshop is based on New Jersey's Core Curriculum Content Standards and the published test specifications. We will examine numerous sample test questions, including multiple choice and constructed response, and demonstrate many games that can be used to review for the assessment.

Objectives:
  • Review test specifications and New Jersey Core Curriculum Standards
  • Examine sample tests, both multiple choice and open-ended questions
  • Browse and evaluate on-line science resources for classroom instruction and test preparation
  • Learn how to modify instructional techniques to prepare their students for the state assessments
  • Learn how to create classroom assessments that mirror the state assessments
  • Learn how to make test preparation easy and fun through games and simulations

    • Benefits:
  • 5 professional development hours
  • Free eBoard for one year (www.eBoard.com)
  • Attendees will receive a wealth of sample test questions and standards-based activities
  • Attendees will receive dozens of on-line science resources
  • Attendees will receive ready-to-use review games

    • Click here to REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP!