Educator Activities
Workshops at your school
Integrating Science into a Day of the 3R’s
- With today’s emphasis on reading, writing, and math in the elementary grades, science can easily be left behind, but technology and science literacy are also important to the future success of our students. With a bit of planning, you can integrate science content and vocabulary into your day, actually increasing student interest in math, reading and writing at the same time.
Science Inquiry for the Timid
- When faced with teaching science, many elementary and middle school teachers find themselves underprepared and recalling their own negative experiences with science classes. Tap into your own curiosity and lead your students on a quest for knowledge. Instill critical questioning and thinking skills in your students, our future.
Free Resources for Science Educators
- Add this 30 minute module to any of the other teacher workshops for free. What teacher has time to mine the Internet for the gems of free materials and lesson plans available? We provide a quick introduction and a CD with links to a vast treasure trove of science education freebies.
Learning Experience for Teachers in...
- Choose a physical science concept that you want to better understand
- Explore this concept through guided inquiry, learning how to guide your students as you master the concept
For information on any of the teacher workshops or other programs for STEM educators, contact Pati Sievert at psievert@niu.edu or (815) 753-1201.
