This 15 hour online workshop will cover the foundations of science for prospective elementary teachers and for current practicing teachers in need of a refresher. The workshop will emphasize conceptual understanding of elementary science concepts and ideas. We will take a deep dive into Evidence & Investigation; Electricity & Magnetism; Building Things; Plant Growth & Changes; Classroom Chemistry; and Buoyancy & Boats. This workshop style professional development course is designed to give future elementary teachers an appreciation of the joy and wonder of science.
Dr. Elizabeth Vergis is an assistant professor in Science Education at St.Mary’s University.
Dates:
June 8-10 & 14-15, 2021
3:00pm-6:00pm
Cost: $500 + GST participant fee
Discount rate for: Cooperating teachers of StMUs Education program 2020-2021 AND Current students and alumni of StMUs Education program.
