Designing Place-Based, Data-Rich Science Lessons
Place-based, data-rich instruction focuses on the interactions between place, data, and science. Places are more than just physical locations. They can include different cultures, histories, languages, and stories that create the world where science is done and data is worked with. These connections can be leveraged to create more engaging and authentic learning experiences in any science classroom.
In this course, participants will discuss ways to use both primary and secondary data to tell a more coherent story about phenomena. Resources will be explored to build teachers' confidence in using real-world examples in the classroom, highlighting the scientists involved. Strategies and tools will be provided to help learners engage in productive sense-making about local phenomena.
FORMAT: Asynchronous online learning
DATES: 3/25/25 - 5/8/25
GCRTC FACILITATOR & CONTACT: James St.Denis, GCRTC Teacher Leadership Coach for Science
FEE: None. Registration is required.
CTLE HOURS: 15
REGISTRATION: https://tinyurl.com/2zetfdfv