Ph2M

From Phenomena to Model

Supported by the California Subject Matter Projects

Ph2M Phenomena Tools SEP-2 Developing & Using Models CCC-4 Systems & System Models

Ph2M Summer Workshop

Ready to explore phenomena with computer science? CSUN is hosting a virtual workshop this summer to explore how to do this in middle and high school science classes.

When: June 23-27 from 9am-3:30 pm each day

Where: Virtually on Zoom

What: You will learn a variety of modelling skills including diagrams, concept maps and coding and modify lessons to match the CA CS standards as well as NGSS.

All teachers who complete the workshop will get a $600 stipend

Applications have closed, we are emailing people about their status.

Ph2M 2025 Flyer.pdf

Phenomena

Anything that happens in the world can be considered a phenomena. Science seeks to explain phenomena through a variety of means including research, thought experiments and modelling. In science classrooms we use phenomena as a way to explore key topics and concepts. For example, we examine the phenomena of earthquakes as a way to explore concepts of waves, energy transfer, elasticity and stability of structures.

Models and Modeling

Models are an important tool for science ...

Modeling takes many forms. We build models, draw models, create equations, define relationships and construct simulations. Defining models through mathematical or computational forms has the advantage of precision and test-ability.

Phenomena 2 Model

The central goal of the Ph2M project is to provide educational materials that encourage students to investigate scientific phenomena, ultimately leading to the creation of a mathematical or computational model of these phenomena.

Interested in helping developing the Ph2M curricula? email us at bfoley@csun.edu

Computer Science in Science

Why focus on computer science, coding and computational thinking in science class?

CS is an important part of modern science
Coding is a practical skills that students can use in many contexts
CA Computer Science Standards require students to learn important CS skills. We currently do not have enough CS classes to support this.
Students understand phenomena deeper when they develop their own models

Ph2M is an effort of the CSUN Science Learning Collaboratory.

Project funded by the California Subject Matter Projects as part of their Computer Science Integration Program