2024 Spring - COSP 6010-1 - EPI: Baja Educator Workshop

GRADUATE CREDIT REGISTRATION ONLY

All participants must also be registered through the Ecology Project International for this course.

Ecology Project International’s Baja EducatorWorkshop provides teachers with opportunities to participate in authentic research and conservation projects, while they develop ecological knowledge and hone science and engineering practices. Participants will learn strategies and tools to inspire their students to observe, question, make claims, and conduct independent scientific research using the NGSS framework and the 5E Model of Instruction. Participants participate in research, experiential learning, and collaboration with peers as you explore best practices, new ideas, and opportunities to enhance science education in the classroom.

Expected Student Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the workshop, participants will have gained experience in: • NGSS aligned lessons using the 5E Learning Cycle • A variety of field research and conservation methods • Using research supported teaching methods, tools, and strategies for supporting students in growing their science and engineering practices Participants will receive 20 PD contact hours for participating in this course and 2 graduate credits thru Hamline University.