Session 2

Integrating an Evolving STEM/STEAM Landscape—Panel Discussion (New York State STEM Education Collaborative)

Joseph Zawicki , Clark Greene, Ed Hawkins

Time: SESSION TWO 10:15-11:00 Room: Woods Lab - 193 Wilber Hall

Repeat: Does Not Repeat

STEM/STEAM education is evolving. The recent advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the adoption of computer science standards in New York State are pressing issues that must be integrated into instruction across disciplines. This session is sponsored by the New York State STEM Education Collaborative.

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One Period Sub/Activity Plans

Adam Seelig

Time: SESSION ONE 9:00-9:45 Room: Communications Lab - 102 Park Hall

Repeat: SESSION TWO 10:15-11:00 Room for Repeat: Communications Lab - 102 Park Hall

It happens to all of us at some point when we need to take a day off and the worst is when this is unexpected, and you do not have a good sub plan. If you want to make the lives of everyone (your students, admin, substitutes and yourself) easier, then it’s best to have great and engaging sub plans. Students and substitutes do not enjoy being left bookwork when a teacher is out and a lot of times, this will lead to behavior problems which are tough for substitutes to handle. If you have a fun and engaging, one period plan, everyone wins! Over the years, I have had several substitutes thank me for leaving fun assignments which they enjoy delivering versus just reading assignments. I will bring several sub plans to share, discuss and take away. It will also be good for others to share what they do/use for plans. I teach 8th grade intro to tech, but these plans can be modified for any level.

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3D Printing Practical Designs 

Mike Petrie, Alan Petrie  

Time: SESSION ONE 9:00-9:45 Room: CADD Lab - 101 Park Hall 

Repeat: SESSION TWO 10:15-11:00 Room for Repeat: CADD Lab - 101 Park Hall

This presentation will provide an in-depth exploration of a design and problem-solving approach to 3D printing, highlighting innovative, hands-on projects that move beyond traditional keychains and magnets. A strong emphasis will be placed on the engineering design process to cultivate the critical thinking skills we aim to develop in students. Attendees will be encouraged to engage in discussions about various 3D printers, materials, creative projects, and the role of innovation in the classroom. Whether you are new to 3D printing or an experienced practitioner, the goal is to inspire you with fresh ideas and practical applications. While the examples will be drawn from high school experiences, anyone interested in 3D printing is welcome to attend. 

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Powering Up Your Curriculum: Get Hands-on with the Consulab EV-601: Tesla Model 3

Gina Scala, Matthew Gibbon  

Time: SESSION ONE 9:00-9:45 Room: Transportation Lab - 115 Park Hall 

Repeat: SESSION TWO 10:15-11:00 Room for Repeat: Transportation Lab - 115 Park Hall

Ever want to take a Tesla Model 3 apart and see how EV works from the inside out? Join us and discover the cutting-edge world of electric vehicle (EV) technology with a hands-on presentation featuring the Consulab EV-601 Tesla Model 3 training vehicle. This session will give educators invaluable insights into power electronics, high-voltage systems, and EV drivetrain components. Participants will get hands-on and explore the vehicle's unique features, including the power distribution system, DC/DC converter, and HVAC components. Through interactive demonstrations, attendees will gain practical knowledge on EV diagnostics, safety procedures, and the fundamental differences between electric and combustion vehicles. Join us to enhance your curriculum, prepare your students for the future of automotive technology, and see a few fun Tesla tricks! 

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Lesson Learned From Beginner Teachers: Steps You Can Take to Make Your First Few Years Easier

Errol Dusman, Ed Catapano  

Time: SESSION TWO 10:15-11:00 Room: Methods Lab - 213 Park Hall

Repeat: Does Not Repeat

This is a forum discussion by two Technology Education teachers on Long Island. Topics covered will focus on important strategies for navigating your first few years as a teacher. We will be discussing a manner of subjects including:

- Budgeting

- Working within preps

- How to handle students with IEPs

- Curriculum Writing

- Student misbehavior

- Extracurriculars

- And more!

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ECE Student Capstone Designs

Aidan Harrington, Tianhang Xiao, Logan Prescott

Time: SESSION  TWO 10:15-11:00 Room:  Electronics Lab - 205 Park Hall

Repeat: Does Not Repeat 

Presentation 1: The Advancement of the Smart Shoe (Design of a smart shoe that will track pressure input and make a contour map of said pressure.) Presentation 2: Power Research (Power electronic circuits play a pivotal role in various applications, including renewable energy systems, motor drives, and voltage regulators. However, optimizing their efficiency and minimizing power losses pose significant challenges. Simulations provide a comprehensive framework for estimating power losses in MOSFET-based power converters, focusing on conduction and switching losses.) Presentation 3: Smart Pillow (Design of a smart pillow that will be able to track noise and snore levels, and be used as an alarm to help wake up people with hearing loss)

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Creating a High School NASA HUNCH Program

George Ouimet     

Time: SESSION  TWO 10:15-11:00 Room: Metals Lab - 163 Wilber Hall

Repeat: Does Not Repeat 

NASA HUNCH (High Schools United with NASA to Create Hardware) is a program for high school STEM programs that is rapidly gaining momentum. With over 600 schools across the country, high schools participate in NASA projects like designing solar panel deployment mechanisms, space station cleaning tools, and much more. Students can participate in this program through a class or after school at their own pace. Learn how to integrate NASA projects into your high school at this lecture!

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Teaching the "Anxious Generation": A conversation on the new wave of phone free schools

Margaret Romano     

Time: SESSION  TWO 10:15-11:00 Room: Design Studio - 203 Park Hall

Repeat: Does Not Repeat

72% of teachers across the nation have reported that cellphones have become a major problem in their classrooms. Governor Hochul's summer listening tour, urgent calls of action by the United States Surgeon General, and Jonathan Haidt's book titled "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness" have all pushed a conversation of the effects cellphones and social media have on our students. This presentation is intended to strike up a conversation among current educators and administrators on what they have seen in schools since the early 2000s and discuss the collective action ideas the book and state/federal government suggest on reversing the effects of the phone-based childhood.

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