See session titles for each day below:
- Tuesday, June 21 — ERJ Summit
- Wednesday, June 22 — Conference, Day 1
- Thursday, June 23 — Conference, Day 2
TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2022 — ERJ SUMMIT
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Keynote address: Building Racially Just Educational Spaces through Critical and Praxis-Based Learning Experiences
Dr. Terrance L. Green, Associate Professor, Department of Educational Leadership and Policy, L. D. Haskew Centennial Professorship in Public School Administration, University of Texas at Austin
In this interactive keynote session, Dr. Green will take participants through a praxis-based process to confront issues of racial injustice in their educational spaces. The first portion of the session will be spent fostering a collective understanding and the remaining time will be focused on a process that participants can use in their work.
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tools for Working Toward Equity and Anti-Racist Praxis in STEM Teacher Education
Jennifer Dechaine, Chair, Department of Math and Science Education, Central Washington University
Darin Knapp, Associate Director, CWU Teach STEM, Central Washington University
Jose Rios, Associate Professor, University of Washington Tacoma
Walk a Minute in Their Shoes: Using Story to Gain the Perspective of Diverse Learners
Curtis Turner, Master Teacher, UCCS Teach, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Alissa Whitesell, Student, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Jordyn Kinsey, Student, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Self-Awareness, Student Empowerment, and Community Partnerships: Designing an Equity-Focused New Teacher Induction Program
Lisa Sparks-Hardeman, New Teacher Support Specialist, San Antonio ISD
Lisa Tellez, New Teacher Support Specialist, San Antonio ISD
Clarissa Dovalina, New Teacher Support Specialist, San Antonio ISD
Nisan Kartaltepe, New Teacher Support Specialist, San Antonio ISD
Esmeralda Elizondo, New Teacher Support Specialist, San Antonio ISD
Anastasia Rodriguez Perez, New Teacher Support Specialist, San Antonio ISD
A Culturally Responsive Guide to Building a Classroom Community from Day One
Ralph Saint-Louis, Biology Teacher, University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Are We There Yet? Reaching Sociopolitical Consciousness in STEM Teaching
Leah McAlister-Shields, Lecturer/Faculty Advisor, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @DrLeahMShields
Mariam Manuel, Instructional Assistant Professor, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @ScienceManuel
Themes and Iterative Changes from Instruction to Improve Preservice Teacher Learning About Equity and Diversity in the Knowing and Learning Course: A Longitudinal Study
Brian Fortney, Master Teacher/Lecturer, Teach North Texas, University of North Texas
Nirmala Naresh, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, University of North Texas
Professional Development for Change: Equity and Racial Justice
La Keisha Leonard, Master Teacher, Teach North Texas, University of North Texas
Pam Kirkland, Master Teacher, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas
Katie Donaldson, Master Teacher/Associate Director, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas
Elizabeth Goldberg, Associate Professor of Practice and Science Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | @UTRGVUTeach
Mary Gregory, Master Teacher, MonarchTeach, Old Dominion University
Yolanda Kirkpatrick, Master Teacher, VolsTeach, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Anisha Campbell, Associate Director, Terrapin Teachers, University of Maryland
Mandi Collins, Master Teacher, NevadaTeach, University of Nevada, Reno
2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m
Windows and Mirrors: Sharing Reflections to Gain Insights on Diversity
Fonya Scott, Graduate Teaching Assistant, Middle Tennessee State University
Jennifer Seat, Graduate Teaching Assistant, Middle Tennessee State University
Why Should I Stay? Addressing Social Justice to Deter the Exodus of Teachers of Color
Jill Ardley, Associate Professor, Norfolk State University
Angela Goodloe, Assistant Professor, Norfolk State University
The Village Needs You: What Can Non-Black Teachers Learn From Black Teachers on How to Best Work With Black Students?
Milen Matthews, Graduate Student, University of Maryland
Francesca Henderson, Graduate Student, University of Maryland
Conversational Communities to Drive Change
Laura Robinette Minor, Science Instructor, University of Texas at Austin
Adrian Carrales, Science Instructor, University of Texas at Austin
Mathematics Support: What and Who Is Missing?
Lauren Siegel, Director, MathHappens Foundation | @MathHappensOrg
Integrating UDL and Differentiated Instruction in Classroom Interactions to Facilitate Examinations of Equitable Pedagogy
Michael Ralph, Lead Researcher, Gould Evans | @MichaelCRalph
Laurie Cleavinger, Co-Director, STEMTeach, University of Kansas
Professional Development for Change: Equity and Racial Justice
La Keisha Leonard, Master Teacher, Teach North Texas, University of North Texas
Pam Kirkland, Master Teacher, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas
Katie Donaldson, Master Teacher/Associate Director, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas
Elizabeth Goldberg, Associate Professor of Practice and Science Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | @UTRGVUTeach
Mary Gregory, Master Teacher, MonarchTeach, Old Dominion University
Yolanda Kirkpatrick, Master Teacher, VolsTeach, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Anisha Campbell, Associate Director, Terrapin Teachers, University of Maryland
Mandi Collins, Master Teacher, NevadaTeach, University of Nevada, Reno
USEA’S Equity and Racial Justice (ERJ) Survey and Community Voices
Mary Urquhart, Director of UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas, @UTDSME
Sumudu Lewis, Director of UTeach, University of Massachusetts Lowell | @UMassLowell
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Reimagining Data Literacy in STEM: Building Teacher Capacity for Equity-Centered Pedagogy
Allison Firestone, Doctoral Candidate, University of California – Berkeley
Sara Baring, CalTeach Alumnus, University of California – Berkeley
Gabriela Bravo Lopez, CalTeach Alumnus, University of California – Berkeley
Elisa Stone, CalTeach Program Director, University of California – Berkeley
Extending the Equity Project: Reflections on the Impact of a Course-Long Project Focused on Equity in STEM Classrooms
Darin Knapp, Associate Director, CWU Teach, Central Washington University
Jennifer Smith, Assistant Professor, University of Texas, Austin
Defining and Developing Equity in our Future or Current STEM Classroom
Brian Fortney, Master Teacher/Lecturer, Teach North Texas, University of North Texas
Nirmala Naresh, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, University of North Texas
Janel Madeley, Master Teacher/Lecturer, Teach North Texas, Teach North Texas, University of North Texas
Embracing Equity: How the STEM Teacher Online Induction Course Helps UTeach Inductees Reimagine Their Classes Through an Equity Lens
Melicia Michelin, Science Teacher, Florida International University
Lacey Simpson, High School Science Teacher, Florida International University
Crystal Ann Coronel, High School Algebra Teacher, Florida International University
Elizabeth Goldberg, Associate Professor of Practice and Science Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | @UTRGVUTeach
Anisha Campbell, Associate Director, Terrapin Teachers, University of Maryland
Leveraging Students’ Funds of Knowledge for an Inclusive STEM Classroom
Sumudu Lewis, Director of UTeach, University of Massachusetts Lowell | @UMassLowell
Grace Hansen, Student, University of Massachusetts Lowell
Jessica Coppinger, Student, University of Massachusetts Lowell
Javier Palma, Student, University of Massachusetts Lowell
Alina Em, Student, University of Massachusetts Lowell
Angelo Pcoli, Student, University of Massachusetts Lowell
Rethinking Implicit Bias Through a Non-dualist Lens
David Kirshner, Professor, GeauxTeach, Louisiana State University
David Eller, Graduate Student, Louisiana State University
Chelsea Graves, Master Teacher, Louisiana State University
Reclaiming My Time: Implementing Inclusive Discipline Strategies to Ensure Equitable Access to Instruction
Lelah Moseley-Haywood, Educator, Each One, Teach One – San Antonio
5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m
Reception
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2022 — CONFERENCE, DAY 1
9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Keynote Address: Why Not Us? Why Not Now?
Dr. Mariam Manuel, Instructional Assistant Professor, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston; Director, NHS STEM RISE
Dr. Mariam Manuel will speak on coming back permanently changed from the pandemic, asking in what ways we need to reimagine STEM teacher preparation. The overarching theme of this talk will be purposeful and authentic inclusivity in our programs, including the need to cultivate psychological safe spaces for not only our students, but also for faculty and staff involved in teacher preparation.
In an effort to support students of color and produce more culturally responsive teachers, we must also call out the issues of systemic racism and inequities that produce barriers within our organizations for people of color. Topics of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion have rightfully been discussed and continue to require rich conversation; however, it isn’t enough just to talk about these issues—they require active and persistent work on behalf of our programs and USEA. It is time to walk the DEI talk and do so with solidarity and accountability while centering the voices and lived experiences of BIPOC.
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Course Overview: Research Methods
Deanna Buckley, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Restorative Practices in the Classroom
Lynn Kirby, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, The University of Texas at Austin
Ariel Taylor, Assistant Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, The University of Texas at Austin
Adapting the Field Experience for a Post-Pandemic World
Jennifer Smith, Assistant Professor of Instruction, University of Texas at Austin
Shelly Rodriguez, Professor of Practice, University of Texas at Austin
“You Can Do This, I Can Help”: Differentiating Math and Science for ELL Students
Alexander Eden, Biology Teacher, University of Massachusetts, Lowell | @EducatorEden
Ariel Leva, Math Teacher, University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Leveraging Funds of Knowledge in Culturally Responsive Instruction
Mariam Manuel, Instructional Assistant Professor, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @ScienceManuel
Leah McAlister-Shields, Lecturer/Faculty Advisor, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @DrLeahMShields
Paige Evans, Clinical Professor/Co-Director, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @UHteachHOUSTON
What Is UTeach?
Kimberly Hughes, Director, UTeach Institute | @UTeachInstitute, @hugheskk
Lee Meadows, Executive Director, Alabama STEM Council | @scientificallee
1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
Course Overview: Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science
Perri Segura, Clinical Associate Professor, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston
Practical Applications to Create a Positive Classroom Environment
Lynn Kirby, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Ariel Taylor, Assistant Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Expanding and Strengthening the STEM Teacher Workforce Through UTeach
Kimberly Hughes, Director, UTeach Institute | @UTeachInstitute, @hugheskk
Amy Moreland, Manager for UTeach Expansion, UTeach Institute
Yvonne Loya, Manager, UTeach Computer Science | @UTeachCS
Carrie Culpepper, UTeach National Network Coordinator, UTeach Institute | @UTeachAlumni
Creating an Affinity Space for STEM Women of Color Educators: Successes, Challenges, and Opportunities
Naehee Kwun, UC Irvine CalTeach Teacher Network Facilitator, University of California, Irvine | @NaeheeK
Socorro Cambero, Graduate Student Researcher, University of California, Irvine
Building a Public-Private Partnership for STEM Education Research
Michael Ralph, Lead Researcher, Gould Evans | @MichaelCRalph
Avoid Burnout by Doing Fewer Things Better
Laura Robinette Minor, Science Instructor, University of Texas at Austin
The Other Mathematicians Project: Representation Matters
Dana Grosser-Clarkson, Master Teacher, Terrapin Teachers, University of Maryland | @Dana_MathEd
Alexis Williams, Student, University of Maryland | @TerpTeachers
Abigail White, Student, University of Maryland | @TerpTeachers
Joanna Hung, Student, University of Maryland | @TerpTeachers
UTeach Co-Director Meeting — Closed Session
Mary Urquhart, Director of UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas, @UTDSME
Mary Enderson, Co-Director of MonarchTeach, Old Dominion University
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Course Overview: Functions and Modeling
Ariel Taylor, Assistant Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
ACP That Rocks! Increase your STEM Teacher Production with an Alternative Certification Pathway
Paige Evans, Co-Director, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @UHteachHOUSTON
Leah McAlister-Shields, Faculty Advisor, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @DrLeahMShields
Jacqueline Ekeoba, Master Teacher, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @MsEkeoba
Ramona Mateer, Master Teacher, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston
Amanda Campos, Master Teacher, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston
The Knowles Teaching Fellowship: Finding Support to Be a Teacher Leader
Jeffrey Rozelle, President and CEO, Knowles Teacher Initiative | @KnowlesTeachers
Asking the Right Questions to Make Thinking Visible in the Science Classroom
Carlos Perez, Biology Teacher, University of Houston
Project-Based Instruction Inside Math Circles
Sumudu Lewis, Associate Clinical Professor and Director of UTeach, University of Massachusetts, Lowell | @UMassLowell
Katherine Miller, Assistant Teaching Professor, University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Thomas Heywosz, High School Math Teacher and UTeach Alumnus, University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Angelo Pocoli, Student, University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Revisiting and Revisioning the UTeach Elements of Success
Pat McGuire, Professor and Co-Director, UCCS Teach, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Kristi McCann, Senior Instructor, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Mary Lummus-Robinson, Senior Lead, Data & Analytics, UTeach Institute
Michael Marder, UTeach Executive Director, University of Texas at Austin | @UTeachAustin
Mary Urquhart, Director of UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas, @UTDSME
Get the Facts Out: User-Tested, Research-Based Resources for STEM Teacher Recruitment
Wendy Adams, Director of Teach@Mines, Colorado School of Mines/Get the Facts Out | @coschoolofmines
Glenn Waddell, Master Teacher, NevadaTeach, University of Nevada, Reno | @unrcoehd
Gay Stewart, Eberly Professor of STEM Education, West Virginia University | @WVUEberly
3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Beyond Calling Out: Navigating Conversations About Equity and Bias
Jennifer Smith, Assistant Professor of Instruction, University of Texas at Austin
Supporting Effective Educator Development (SEED) Project All-Partners Meeting — Closed Session
Facilitator: Amy Moreland, Manager for UTeach Expansion, UTeach Institute
Initial Employment Outcomes of UCCSTeach Graduates
Grant Clayton, Associate Professor, UCCS Teach, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Pat McGuire, Professor and Co-Director, UCCS Teach, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Kristi McCann, Senior Instructor, University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Building Better Relationships: Implementing Social, Emotional, and Conversation Skills to Encourage a Supportive Classroom Environment
Pam Kirkland, Master Teacher, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas
Emily Hennessy, Assistant Professor of Instruction, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas
James McConnell, Master Teacher, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas
We Don’t Lecture About the 5E Cycle: Getting “Meta” with the 5Es
Gayle Evans, Clinical Assistant Professor, UFTeach, University of Florida | @ufteach1
Kristen Apraiz, Clinical Assistant Professor, UFTeach, University of Florida | @ufteach1
Hold the Mirror for Me: Examining Personal Teaching Practices Using Peer Observations
Denise Gregory, Master Teacher, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @gmathmomma
Kate York, Master Teacher, UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas
Launching a UTeach Program with Maximum Buy-In
David Sparks, Assistant Professor, UTeach Permian Basin, University of Texas Permian Basin
Milka Montes, Associate Professor, UTeach Permian Basin, University of Texas at Permian Basin
5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Reception and Poster Session
(See poster descriptions at the end of this page.)
THURSDAY, JUNE 23, 2022 — CONFERENCE, DAY 2
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Course Overview: Step 1 and Step 2
Lynn Kirby, Associate Professor of Practice, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
UTeach Community College Partnerships and Pathways: UTeach Access Case Study
Katey Arrington, Associate Director, UTeach Institute | @UTeachInstitute, @ArringtonKatey
Ashlee Bushee, Project Manager for Math and Computer Science Teacher Initiatives, University of Texas at Austin
Alexandra Eusebi, Assistant Professor of Practice and UTeach Access Academic Director, University of Texas at Austin
Martha Perez, Data Collection and Evaluation Coordinator, UTeach Institute
Does This School Leader Know Social Justice is Important? Finding a School Match That Fits Your Desire for Infusion of Social Justice in Schools and Communities
Jill Ardley, Associate Professor, Norfolk State University
Angela Goodloe, Assistant Professor, Norfolk State University
Where’s My Sandwich? Using the Legacy Cycle of Problem Based Instruction to Teach Ratios and Unit Rates in Mathematics
Martha Day, Co-Director/Professor, SKyTeach, Western Kentucky University
Riley Alexander, Mathematics Teacher, Barren County Middle School
Payton Riggins, Mathematics Teacher, South Warren High School | @missrigginsmath
Giving Life to Biology: Bridging the Gap Between Academia and the Field
Sergio Arjon, Biology Teacher, University of Houston
Teacher Shortages and the Decline of Secondary Teacher Production
Michael Marder, UTeach Executive Director, University of Texas at Austin | @UTeachAustin
USEA’S Equity and Racial Justice (ERJ) Community Engagement for Research and Standards
Mary Urquhart, Director of UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas, @UTDSME
Sumudu Lewis, Director of UTeach, University of Massachusetts Lowell | @UMassLowell
10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Course Overview: Project-Based Instruction
Martha Day, Co-Director/Professor, SKyTeach, Western Kentucky University
Defining and Developing Personal Definitions of Equity in our Future or Current STEM Classroom
Brian Fortney, Master Teacher/Lecturer, Teach North Texas, University of North Texas
Nirmala Naresh, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, University of North Texas
Janel Madeley, Master Teacher/Lecturer, University of North Texas
Alumni and Aspiring Teacher Mentorship Alumni Network: Success, Challenges, and Opportunities
Kris Houston, UC Irvine CalTeach Academic Coordinator, University of California, Irvine
Annmarie Ngo, UCI CalTeach Alumni, Current Biology Teacher, University of California, Irvine
Socorro Cambero, Graduate Student Researcher, University of California, Irvine
Deepening Engagement for UTeach Through Research Experiences: Adapting Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) and Research Methods for Interdisciplinary Engineering Students
Nicholas Oehm, Clinical Associate Professor/Master Teacher, FIUTeach, Florida International University | @fiuteach
Beth Simmons, Clinical Assistant Professor/Master Teacher, FIUTeach, Florida International University | @fiuteach
Curriculum Modules That Integrate the Instruction of Mathematics and Computer Science
Ellen Granger, Co-Director, FSU-Teach, Florida State University
Megan Crombie, K-12 Teacher, Florida State University
Ashley Gannon, Graduate Student, Florida State University
Sherry Southerland, Co-Director, FSU-Teach, Florida State University
Blended Learning Strategies for Secondary STEM Classrooms
Kelli Allen, Associate Professor of Practice and Professional Development Coordinator, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin | @UTeachPD
Crystal Duran, Apprentice Teacher, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Fernando Merida, Apprentice Teacher, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
Itssel Sanchez, Apprentice Teacher, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin
UTeach Alabama Funding Opportunity
Kimberly Hughes, Director, UTeach Institute | @UTeachInstitute, @hugheskk
Lee Meadows, Executive Director, Alabama STEM Council | @scientificallee
Katey Arrington, Associate Director, UTeach Institute | @ArringtonKatey, @UTeachInstitute
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Course Overview: Classroom Interactions
Jennifer Smith, Assistant Professor of Instruction, University of Texas at Austin
Reimagining Research Methods: Building A STEM Pipeline for Underrepresented High School Students
Jacqueline Ekeoba, Master Teacher, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @MsEkeoba
Mariam Manuel, Instructional Assistant Professor, teachHOUSTON, University of Houston | @ScienceManuel
Thomas Thesen, Associate Professor, University of Houston
UTeach Observation Protocol (UTOP): Training Your Faculty with a Validated Classroom Observation Instrument
Kelli Allen, Associate Professor of Practice and Professional Development Coordinator, UTeach Austin, University of Texas at Austin | @UTeachPD
Jackie Burniske, Director, UTeach K-12 Initiatives, University of Texas at Austin | @UTeachPD
Ellen Granger, Co-Director, FSU-Teach, Florida State University
Michael Marder, UTeach Executive Director, University of Texas at Austin | @UTeachAustin
Share Your Story: Innovative Ways to Market and Brand Your UTeach Program
Elizabeth Goldberg, Associate Professor of Practice and Science Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | @UTRGVUTeach
Omar Elizondo, Associate Professor of Practice and Science Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Gus Valencia, Associate Professor of Practice and Math Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Stacy Solis, Associate Professor of Practice and Science Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Tim Sears, Associate Professor of Practice and Science Master Teacher, UTRGV UTeach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Why Not Us? Why Not Now?
Mary Enderson, Co-Director, MonarchTeach, Old Dominion University
Mary Urquhart, Director of UTeach Dallas, University of Texas at Dallas | @UTeachDallas, @UTDSME
Carrie Culpepper, UTeach National Network Coordinator, UTeach Institute | @UTeachAlumni
Katey Arrington, Associate Director, UTeach Institute | @ArringtonKatey, @UTeachInstitute
A Hybrid University/Non-Profit Alt. Cert Partnership: A New UTeach Partnership Model
Greg Hale, Assistant Dean of Science, University of Texas at Arlington
Ann Cavallo, Assistant Vice Provost, University of Texas at Arlington
Ramon Lopez, Distinguished Professor of Physics, University of Texas at Arlington
Erin Philp, Coordinator of Student Services, University of Texas at Arlington
2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Closing Panel
Moderator: Michael Ralph, Lead Researcher, Gould Evans; STEMTeach KU Alumnus, University of Kansas | @MichaelCRalph
Abria Harris, Mathematics Clinical Faculty, FSU-Teach, Florida State University; FSU-Teach Alumnus
Viviana Lozano, Apprentice Teacher, teachHouston, University of Houston
Lauren Benoit, Principal, Not Your Ordinary School (NYOS) Charter School (UTeach Austin)
William Chan, Algebra II and Precalculus Teacher, Clements High School, Sugar Land, Texas; UTeach Austin Alumnus
Kayte Powell, UTeach Austin