Tuesday, March 6
10:15 AM-11:15 AM
CST
William Barton

Promoting Student Discourse and Assessment through the Synthesis of Pedagogy and Technology: Ubiquitous Presenter and Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL)

Roundtable ID: 35659
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    Ozcan Gulacar
    Texas State University-San Marcos
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    Gail Dickinson
    Texas State University-San Marcos

Abstract: This workshop will introduce participants to Ubiquitous Presenter as a teaching and research tool. We will use guided inquiry chemistry activities to model how this software encourages active learning and provides insight for assessment. We will also utilize Vernier probes for data collection so that participants will see how this software interfaces with other technologies and allows students to share data from multiple sources. Although the workshop activities will focus on Chemistry application, the software is valuable for other disciplines.

Objectives

Ubiquitous Presenter is a web-based presentation software program that allows teachers and students to share text and graphics. It includes typed text, inked drawing, and polling on both tablet PCs and non-tablet devices such as cell phones. Our research indicates that combining Ubiquitous Presenter with active learning scenarios that involve interactive group and whole class discussions before and after experiments encourages deep discussion of concepts. We will model the use of Process-Oriented Guided Inquiry Laboratories (POGIL) with Ubiquitous Presenter. POGIL is a guided inquiry structure that originated in university chemistry courses but has been used successfully in other sciences as well as mathematics, foreign language and marketing courses. The ability to share data anonymously through Ubiquitous Presenter enables students to express their thoughts openly and provides teachers and researchers important insight into student thinking. Moreover, the software stores step-by-step information on student actions while solving problems so teachers and researchers can follow the steps that students used to identify where students are having difficulty. Additionally, immediate sharing of student-produced work by means of a digital projector is enabled due to the electronic submission procedure. This provides a new type of communication format in the classroom. Students can work on a problem solution independently and they can also provide input in the solutions of the problems solved by the whole class. Outcomes of this workshop can be summarized under four categories: 1.Exposure to and practice using Ubiquitous Presenter 2.Exposure to and practice using the guided inquiry model POGIL 3.Creation of learning materials and teaching strategies, 4.Learning of techniques to enhance students’ engagement in laboratories (classrooms), make them more responsible for their learning, and improve the quality of teaching overall.

Topical Outline

Introduction to POGIL and group structure – We will briefly describe what POGIL is and how groups are structured in POGIL. Introduction to Ubiquitous Presenter – We will briefly describe how Ubiquitous Presenter works and demonstrate some of the program’s features. Model activity incorporating POGIL and Ubiquitous Presenter – Participants will engage in a model lesson that combines POGIL with Ubiquitous Presenter. As they participate in the activity, they will see how POGIL structures inquiry and how Ubiquitous Presenter fosters student collaboration. Discussion of Ubiquitous Presenter features that allow sharing of data/ideas – Participants will discuss their ideas for how to use the software in their own courses. Model activity incorporating POGIL, Vernier gas pressure probe and Ubiquitous Presenter- Participants will engage in a brief laboratory that uses Vernier gas pressure probes to explore the relationship between volume and pressure. Data will be shared within and between groups using Ubiquitous Presenter. Discussion of features that allow teachers and researchers to assess student understanding- We will share student work from our research that models how Ubiquitous Presenter¬ uncovers misconceptions. We will discuss implications for teaching and research. Third Model Activity – Participants will engage in a laboratory that utilizes Vernier temperature and pressure probes to develop a more sophisticated understanding of gas laws. Discussion of how Ubiquitous Presenter can be used outside class to reinforce learning.

Prerequisites

INTENDED AUDIENCE This session will primarily target secondary and college science teachers and professors as well as pre-service science teachers. However, we will also discuss how Ubiquitous Presenter and POGIL can be used in other disciplines. THE IDEAL SIZE OF THE AUDIENCE 24 (six groups of four) SUPPLIES NEEDED (PROVIDED) Projector & Screen Internet Access Tablet PCs – (Presenter will bring six-one for each group-from his institution) Handouts (for the Ubiquitous Presenter and the experiment)-(Presenter will bring the copies for each attendee) EQUIPMENTS NEEDED (PROVIDED) Syringes-(Presenter will bring the required number from his institution) Vernier Pressure Sensor-(Presenter will bring the required number from his institution) Vernier Temperature Probe-(Presenter will bring the required number from his institution)

Experience Level

Beginner

Qualifications

Ozcan Gulacar is an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Texas State University. His research focuses on influence of technology on student discourse and problem solving. He taught high school chemistry for 6 years and has taught college chemistry for 7 years. He has used the proposed technology and the POGIL method in his classrooms since 2007. Gail Dickinson is an assistant professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Texas State University. During her 10 years as a high school science teacher she won state and national awards for technology integration in her classes. Her dissertation focused on the use of lab simulation software to promote scientific problem solving. Her current research focuses on teacher and student development in inquiry environments.
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