Museum of Science, Boston

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Grades:
6 - Adult

15th Annual Symposium on Biotechnology Education (Workshop): Biology teachers are invited join us for a full-day symposium on current approaches to biotechnology education. This annual event is hosted by the Museum of Science, Boston. The symposium is designed as a forum for middle school, high school, and community college educators to share ideas, classroom activities, and laboratory investigations ... (details).

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Grades:
6 - 8

Mathematics Professional Development Session (Workshop): The National Center for Technological Literacy® at the Museum of Science, Boston, is holding free, professional development session focused on teaching mathematics at the middle school level. This session investigates teacher and student understanding of proportional reason in grades 6 - 8. Teachers receive a certificate of attendance ... (details).

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Grades:
9 - 12

Engineering the Future® Half-Day Informational Session (Workshop): The National Center for Technological Literacy® at the Museum of Science, Boston, is holding free, half-day, informational sessions on teaching technology / engineering. Intended for middle and high school teachers, these sessions are interactive workshops that introduce the standards-based Building ... (details).

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Grades:
6 - 12

Bread Club (Workshop): Biology teachers from the Greater Boston area are invited to join Museum educators in a discussion of current trends in biology teaching. Share skills and ideas, and learn something new in these monthly gatherings. Each session includes exploring a specific topic, with open discussion time before and afterward to accommodate various schedules ... (details).

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Contact etf@mos.org.

Grades:
9 - 12

Engineering the Future® Three-Day Institutes (Workshop): Museum of Science, Boston June 23 - 25; Austin, TX / Delkab County, AL Summer 2010 This concentrated, hands-on workshop is open to all teachers interested in expanding their knowledge of standards-based engineering design. It is ideal for those teaching Engineering the Future for the first time, or ... (details).

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Grades:
3 - 12

Summer Teacher-in-residence Positions (Workshop): Looking for a new way to stay connected during your vacation? Spend this summer at the Museum of Science as a Teacher-in-Residence. Get a behind-the-scenes perspective of the Museum, learn from our staff as you share your knowledge of formal learning environments with us, and serve as a liaison between the Museum and your school / district ... (details).

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Grades:
9 - 12

Engineering the Future® Online Course (Workshop): This moderated four-week online course, which covers the same engineering education material as in the three-day institute, is ideal for high school teachers from other regions, or for those who prefer to study online. Using course materials (such as a Snap Circuits™ electricity kit) plus other ... (details).

Reservation:
Apply online starting March 25, pending funding.

Grades:
6 - 8

Dynamic Earth and Space Institute: Teaching with Models (Workshop): Using various resources within the Museum of Science — exhibits, collections, laboratories, experts, etc. — middle school teachers engage in adult learning that supports instruction of complex topics in Earth and space science. Teachers participate in content-based activities in environments ... (details).

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Contact etf@mos.org

Grades:
6 - 12

Implementing Technology / Engineering Standards: Professional Development Institute for Massachusetts Educators (Workshop): This institute provides the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and deliver a technology / engineering course that meets the Massachusetts Framework. The course demonstrates laboratory activities for teaching technology / engineering standards. Teachers learn technology/engineering content and ... (details).

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Appointment required at least one week in advance, ...

Grades:
Pre-K - Adult

Field Trip Planning Sessions (Workshop): Would you like to focus your next field trip to make it a valuable learning experience for your students? Museum educators can help you integrate your objectives and make connections to your educational standards in science, technology, and engineering. Make an appointment and bring a colleague or ... (details).

Reservation:
Call 617-589-0170 or email library@mos.org.

Grades:
K - 12

Team Professional Days (Workshop): Teams of five to eight educators are encouraged to schedule professional development time in the Educator Resource Center. Half- or full-day sessions are available at no cost. Group size, date, and program focus are negotiable. Teams have access to our print and media resources, exhibits, educational ... (details).

Reservation:
Call 617-589-0170 or email library@mos.org

Grades:
Adult - Adult

Pre-service Teacher Program (Workshop): University professors are encouraged to bring their pre-service education classes to the Museum for an introduction to learning in informal education settings. Our staff provide an overview of the Educator Resource Center services and programs, emphasizing support for teachers as learners. Following ... (details).

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Contact Engineering the Future at 617-589-4437, etf@mos ...

Grades:
6 - 12

Engineering the Future® In-District Sessions (Workshop): Customized professional development opportunities are available in half-day, full-day, or multiple-day sessions. Contact us for pricing. Attend a workshop at your school or other chosen location, hosted by education experts from the Museum's National Center for Technological Literacy®. Find out ... (details).

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