This virtual event is an introductory workshop and is designed for those with limited or no previous exposure to POGIL. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in POGIL activities, observe facilitation strategies firsthand, and learn about POGIL classroom implementation.
After attending this session, participants will be able to:
Technical Specifications
For this workshop, you will need to connect to Zoom via a computer with video and microphone/sound capabilities. Each participant needs to have their own computer. Using a smartphone or iPad is not recommended. Technical specifications for participation in this virtual workshop can be found in our Virtual Workshop Policy.
Workshop Materials
If you register and pay before June 13, a packet of materials will be sent to you in advance of the workshop to the HOME address you provide during registration if you are located in the continental United States. If you are located outside of the continental United States or register and/or pay after June 13, electronic materials will be sent to you via email prior to the workshop.
Registration Deadline
June 26, 2022
However, there are only a limited number of registrants for this workshop, so we expect it to fill well before the deadline.
Workshop Cancellation Policy
A $25 administrative fee will be retained for cancellations received by July 20, 2022. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after June 13, 2022.
This workshop is designed for experienced POGIL practitioners who have attended any of the following: Virtual Fundamentals of POGIL workshop, a summer 3-day POGIL workshop, or a 1-day POGIL workshop. Despite being a virtual format, this is a very learner-centered, active learning workshop. There will be small homework assignments given at the end of the first three sessions.
Participants will engage with teammates and workshop facilitators to....
For this workshop, you will need to connect to Zoom via a computer with video and microphone/sound capabilities. Using a smartphone or iPad is not recommended. Technical specifications for participation in this virtual workshop can be found in our Virtual Workshop Policy.
A packet of materials will be sent to you in advance of the workshop to the address you provide during registration if you are located in the continental United States and have registered and paid by June 22. If you are located outside of the continental United States or register and/or pay after June 22, electronic materials will be sent to you via email prior to the workshop.
July 4, 2022
A $25 administrative fee will be retained for cancellations received by June 27, 2022. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after June 27, 2022.
Registration for the VIRTUAL 2022 Writers' Retreat is only for those applicants who were accepted into the retreat.
Workshop Description: The 2022 VIRTUAL POGIL Writers' Retreat will provide an opportunity for individuals or small teams to spend focused time on developing, writing, and improving POGIL activities with the mentorship of experienced POGIL author coaches. The 4-day agenda (plus a 2-hour orientation) includes workshop sessions focused on activity authoring, feedback sessions, and ample time for writing and interacting with other authors and author coaches.
When: The workshop will begin with an orientation on Sunday, July 17 from 4:30-6:00 pm Eastern Time. The workshop will continue on Monday, July 18 starting at 11:30 am Eastern Time and continue through Thursday, July 21 ending at 4:30 pm Eastern Time.
Where: VIRTUAL via Zoom. Two weeks prior to the workshop, you will receive an email with instructions on how to connect to this virtual workshop.
Registration Fee: $520 which includes registration and all workshop materials.
Materials: A packet of materials will be sent to you in advance of the workshop to the address that you provide during registration. If you are located outside of North America, you will be receiving your materials electronically.
Technical Specifications: To participate in this virtual experience, you will need to connect to Zoom via a computer or laptop with video and microphone/sound capabilities. Using a smart phone or iPad is not recommended. Technical specifications for participation in this virtual workshop, can be found in our Virtual Workshop Policy.
If you have any questions, please contact Jen Perot at jen.perot@pogil.org or 717-358-4589.
The POGIL Project's 3-day summer workshop provides instructors from both high schools and colleges/universities with a significant opportunity to obtain professional development and to gain new insights into teaching and learning.
On the first day of the workshop, those who are new to POGIL will attend a Fundamentals of POGIL session while those participants who have previously attended a POGIL workshop will attend two sessions of universal application. The start of the second day will expose all participants to Modeling a POGIL Classroom. For the remainder of the workshop, participants will follow a series of sessions focused on their chosen interest area -Activity Writing, Classroom Facilitation, or Laboratory Track. To find out which track is right for you, click on the track description below:
TRACK DESCRIPTIONS-Please click links below
All workshop attendees will also participate in informative poster and plenary sessions. Click here for a description of session offerings and a sample agenda: Session Description & Sample Agenda
While the workshop focus is on STEM disciplines, POGIL methodology is widely applicable and attendees from all disciplines are encouraged to attend.
WORKSHOP COST
Workshop fee, which includes registration, materials, lunches and dinners, is $525. Early birds who register by April 1 pay only $475. On campus housing (optional) for 2 nights is available for an additional $199 and includes accompanying breakfasts.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
June 23, 2022
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY
A limited number of scholarships are available to individuals who meet the following criteria:
1. Be a K-12 teacher who teaches in a rural county within the United States or its territories OR be a K-12 teacher in a school with at least a 70% minoritized student population OR be an educator at a Historically Black College or University, Hispanic Serving Institution, or Tribal College.
2. Have limited or no access to professional development funds.
3. Have a commitment to student-centered learning.
Selections will be based on meeting eligibility criteria and demonstrating a commitment to student-centered learning. For details on this scholarship opportunity and how to apply, please click on the following link:
COVID Policy
Please be aware that in the interest of everyone's health and safety, we will require all in-person workshop attendees to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster prior to attending the workshop. We will follow the CDC's recommended masking protocols and may require masking of all attendees when indoors. We will review our health and safety protocols closer to the time of the workshops, and will clearly communicate our expectations to all attendees. As we approach the event, we will have a document with all pertinent information and ask you to sign your agreement to the terms of attendance.
If you have any questions about this workshop, please contact Julie Boldizar, Event Coordinator, at 717-358-4661 or via email at: julie.boldizar@pogil.org.
This workshop is designed for POGIL practitioners who have been to a Fundamentals of POGIL virtual workshop, 1-day POGIL workshop or 3-day POGIL workshop and who want to have a go at writing their own activities.
Join our facilitators in:
***IMPORTANT***
Participants for this Activity Writing workshop must attend a Fundamentals of POGIL Virtual Workshop (any time prior to the start of this workshop) OR have previously attended a 1-day or 3-day POGIL workshop . We will review your workshop participation and contact you if we feel you may not have met this requirement.
A packet of materials will be sent to your home address in advance of the workshop. Please note: If you are located outside of the continental United States, you will instead receive electronic copies of materials.
July 17, 2022
A $25 administrative fee will be retained for cancellations received by July 5, 2022. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after July 5, 2022.
If you register and pay before July 20, a packet of materials will be sent to you in advance of the workshop to the HOME address you provide during registration if you are located in the continental United States. If you are located outside of the continental United States or register and/or pay after July 19, electronic materials will be sent to you via email prior to the workshop.
July 24, 2022
A $25 administrative fee will be retained for cancellations received by July 20, 2022. No refunds will be issued for cancellations after July 20, 2022.
This event is two half-days private POGIL writing workshop for the faculty at the Randolph Macon Academy.
Facilitators: Beff Mancini and Laura Trout
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