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June, 2010
Sacramento, CA |
The Biophotonics Teacher Research Academies
Learn how you can teach required standards through
the cutting-edge, interdisciplinary field of biophotonics
science – the study of life with light! The
Center for Biophotonics Science and Technology (CBST),
funded by the National Science Foundation, brings together
biology, chemistry, engineering, and physics expertise
to further biomedical imaging, deepen understanding
of molecular and cellular mechanisms, and support development
of medical and diagnostic therapeutic devices. The CBST
Interdisciplinary Science Education Team offers multiple
levels of professional development through summer research
academies where middle and high school teachers learn
about biophotonics and hands-on classroom applications
for engaging diverse learners with science content and
inquiry. Register at http://apply.cbst.ucdavis.edu.
Registration Deadline: June 1, 2010
Further information, visit: http://cbst.ucdavis.edu/education/
Or contact: Jodie Galosy; Assistant Director, Teacher
Professional Development and Evaluation, galosy@ucdavis.edu. |
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June 12, 2010
Los Angeles, CA |
California Science Center - Science in the
Summer: Keeping the Brain Stimulated Through Play
Participate in Science and Math workshops that are
inquiry and research based and designed to promote student
success! Activities are correlated to State and National
Science Standards and explore curriculum connections
across the disciplines. Come and explore strategies
to help children succeed! Expand your knowledge of what
children must know and be able to do!
Sign up by downloading, printing, and sending in the
Application
Form.
Discover how learning takes place through play using
common toys and games. Participate in a series of activities
that highlight ways to use and make toys that teach
Science and Math concepts. Experience the connection
between fun and learning and expand your knowledge on
ways to keep the brain active and learning in the summer
months! Keynote Speaker: Dr. Maisha
Hazzard, Expert on Heart, Mind and Brain Connections
in Learning and Creativity. Fee: $25
For more information, visit the California
Science Center website. |
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June 14-18, 2010
San Francisco, CA |
Science in the Park
An exciting, week-long teacher workshop presented by
the San Francisco Botanical Garden Society and the California
Academy of Sciences. Also featuring the Conservatory
of Flowers and the de Young Fine Arts Museum. For K-5
teachers.
Leave your classroom and join us in Golden Gate Park
to gain the tools, techniques and confidence to explore
the outside world with your students. In this week-long
workshop you’ll learn about forest habitats near and
far as you record and reflect on your experiences using
a simple but significant tool—the science journal. Discoveries
will begin with individual trees that could be outside
your school and then expand into the natural areas,
gardens, and exhibits found in Golden Gate Park.
This standards-aligned workshop will explore investigation
skills through the lens of forest ecosystems. Topics
covered include climate, plant and animal interactions,
and conservation. The workshop is designed to make science
teaching more exciting and accessible for kindergarten
through fifth grade teachers. Join us to see why past
participants have been so excited about this program!
To register or for more information visit: http://sfbotanicalgarden.org/ye/science-city2.html
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June 13-19, 2010
Quincy, CA
(Plumas County)
June 27-July 2, 2010
Sonora, CA
(Tuolumne County)
July
11-17, 2010
Arcata, CA
(Humboldt County)
July
18-24, 2010
Shingletown, CA
(Shasta County) |
The Forestry Institute for Teachers (FIT)
FIT is a multi-day residence workshop held at 4 northern
California locations. FIT is intended for K-12 audiences.
The goal of FIT is to provide K-12 teachers with knowledge,
skills and tools to effectively teach their students
about forest ecology and forest resource management
practices. The program brings together natural resource
specialists and teachers from rural and urban settings
for one week, working side by side to gain a deeper
understanding of the intricate interrelationship of
forest ecosystems and human use of natural resources.
The environment becomes the basis for integrating the
learning of many subject areas, including environmental
science, physical science, social science, biology,
forestry, and history. Visit: http://forestryinstitute.org/
Contact: Stacey Dodge at 888-FIT-PROJ (348-7765) or
email: info@forestryinstitute.org.
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July 4, 2010
San Jose, CA |
Galaxy Forum USA
Featured speakers include Pamela Harman SETI Institute
ASSET Program “Teaching Astrobiology”, Ryan
Nurmela and Michael Finnegan Quantum Camp “Comprehending
Quantum”, Patrick Hamill Department of Physics
& Astronomy, San Jose State University “Observing
The Earth From The Moon”, Steve Durst, Space Age
Publishing Company, International Lunar Observatory
Association “International Lunar Observatory (ILO)
Galaxy First Light Imaging Program.” Admission
is free; please contact news@spaceagepub.com
or call 650-324-3705 to reserve your place.
The event will take place 9:30am – 11:30am, at the
The Tech Museum of Innovation, San Jose, CA. |
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July 6, 2010
Berkeley, CA |
Nanoscience Workshop for Science Educators
If you are a high school teacher or community college
instructor in biology, physics, chemistry, engineering,
or mathematics, we invite you to join us for an interactive
workshop in which you will:
- Learn about nanoscience and how it impacts our lives
- Receive a nanoscience kit for your classroom with
activities and background information
- Interact with Berkeley Lab scientists studying nanoscience
- Tour the Molecular Foundry and its laboratories
We provide you with content to take back to your classrooms
that will help students get excited about the possibilities
of nanoscience, explore careers in science and engineering,
and become scientifically literate members of society.
For more information, visit http://foundry.lbl.gov/misc/science_ed_workshop.html
To register, or if you have questions, please call
or email Aditi Risbud, 510.486.4861 or asrisbud@lbl.gov
by June 21, 2010. |
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July 19-29, 2010
San Francisco, CA |
Center for Innovative Teaching (CIT)
Summer 2010 Professional Development Workshops for Middle
and High School Educators and Educational Leaders. CIT
offers workshops for educators in key academic, co-curricular
and leadership areas, plus an Integrated Technology Symposium
for school leaders and educational technologists. CIT
workshops are hands-on and designed to share classroom-tested
activities and approaches that will enhance the academic
and leadership program at any middle and high school.
The Tech Symposium is ideal for anyone who seeks broad,
cross-discipline exposure to best practices in technology
integration. Educators from other schools or institutions
considering a laptop environment will benefit greatly
and all the information will be immediately applicable
to grades 6-12 technology programs. Early registration
and same-school discounts available. Continuing education
credits are also available through the University of Southern
California Rossier School of Education. For more information
and a complete list of workshops, please visit www.centerforinnovativeteaching.org.
Questions? Please email info@
centerforinnovativeteaching.org. |
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August 11-12, 2010
Los Angeles, CA |
Generation Earth Teacher Summer Institute
This free, two-day workshop incorporates Generation Earth's
traditional professional development workshop on the first
day, and offers a resource fair and field trip on day
two. Continuing Education Units and salary points from
some local school districts are available to participants.
For more information visit: http://generationearth.com/calendar_registration.cfm. |
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September 11, 2010 - April 9, 2011
San Francisco, CA |
California Academy of Sciences Teacher Workshops
The majority of our programs are hands-on workshops
designed to give educators a suite of Academy-developed
activities for use in the classroom. Beginning July
1, 2010, teachers are able to register for
workshops by calling the Contact Center at (800) 794-7576,
or by purchasing a ticket online. An individual ticket
to any workshop costs $30.
Sep 11, 2010 - Coral Reefs (grades 3 - 7)
Sep 18, 2010 - Rainforests of the World (grades 4 -
8)
Sep 21, 2010 - Ants in Your School Yard (grades 2 -
12)
Sep 23, 2010 - Astronomy (grades 3 - 8)
Sep 25, 2010 - Evolution (grades 7 - 12)
Sep 30, 2010 - Explore Africa (grades K - 12)
For a complete listing and more information visit:
http://www.calacademy.org/teachers/tiss/index.php?page=teacher-workshops-calendar.
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October 22-24, 2010
Sacramento, CA |
California
Science Education Conference, sponsored by
CSTA. Sacramento Convention Center |
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October 25-29, 2010
San Francisco, CA |
Fundamentals of Inqiry
In this five-day workshop you will explore ways to
support classroom teachers in moving from structured,
hands-on science with teacher-prescribed directions
to a more inquiry-based approach where students take
more responsibility for their learning.
From the Exploratorium in San Francisco. Workshops
are designed for educators with professional development
roles
such as:
• Science Specialists
• Curriculum Coordinators
• Teachers on Special Assignment
• Lead Teachers
• Administrators
• Museum Educators
• University Faculty
• Scientists
Though the primary audience is educators who work with
elementary classroom teachers, workshop materials and
activities can be easily adapted for other audiences,
such as middle and high school teachers or preservice
educators.
Visit http://www.exploratorium.edu/ifi/workshops/attend/index.html
for more information. |
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February 7-10, 2011
San Francisco, CA |
Assessing for Learning
Through activities with materials and reflective discussions,
this three-day workshop provides an in-depth overview
of formative assessment as an integral part of science
teaching. Participants experience a variety of ways
of assessing students’ science process skills and conceptual
development. The workshop provides ideas and tools professional
developers can use to help teachers apply elements of
formative assessment in the classroom.
From the Exploratorium in San Francisco. Workshops
are designed for educators with professional development
roles
such as:
• Science Specialists
• Curriculum Coordinators
• Teachers on Special Assignment
• Lead Teachers
• Administrators
• Museum Educators
• University Faculty
• Scientists
Though the primary audience is educators who work with
elementary classroom teachers, workshop materials and
activities can be easily adapted for other audiences,
such as middle and high school teachers or preservice
educators.
Visit http://www.exploratorium.edu/ifi/workshops/attend/index.html
for more information. |
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Pasadena, CA
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California Science Education Conference,
sponsored by CSTA. Pasadena Convention Center |
