Ph2M
From Phenomena to Model
Supported by the California Subject Matter Projects
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 17-20 from 9am-3pm each day
Where: Virtually on Zoom
What do you get?
Skills working with spreadsheets, concept maps, block coding, java and AI
Stipend for participating in the workshop and evaluations - $1200
Apply for the Ph2M Summer Workshop - deadline April 15 (California based science teachers only)
Thanks to all the (250+) people who have responded about this workshop. We are overwhelmed with the response. We did select as many teachers as we are budgeted for. We will also be posting recordings of the sessions for anyone who wants to follow along.
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