New Physics Unit: Lenses and Mirrors – Illuminating NYSSLS Through Optics *IN PERSON* facilitated by Richard Slesinski – 8:30-2:30pm
This interactive workshop is designed specifically for high school physics teachers seeking to deepen their understanding of geometric optics-lenses, mirrors, and ray diagrams-while aligning instruction with the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS). Participants will explore phenomena such as image formation in mirrors and corrective lenses, engage in hands-on modeling activities, and learn how to use ray diagrams to support student sensemaking. The workshop will emphasize the integration of disciplinary core ideas, science and engineering practices, and crosscutting concepts into a coherent instructional sequence. Teachers will leave with ready-to-use tools, phenomena-driven lesson ideas, and a draft plan for a NYSSLS-aligned mirrors and lenses unit. Learning Targets: 1. Build participant understanding of key concepts in geometric optics, including reflection, refraction, and image formation by lenses and mirrors. 2. Strengthen workshop participants’ ability to use and teach ray diagramming as a modeling tool. 3. Align geometric optics instruction with relevant NYSSLS performance expectations. 4. Support teachers in designing phenomenon-based lesson sequences that integrate the three dimensions of NYSSLS. Eligible for 6 hours CTLE credit. If district pays, district approval must be confirmed prior to start of session.
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