Landscapes for Learning: A Natural Confluence of Science, Literacy, Mathematics and Place-based Pedagogy
The Walden Woods Project is pleased to be partnering with Mass Audubon/Drumlin Farm and Concord Museum to offer a one-week institute for educators for grades 3-8, through the Museum Institute for Teaching Science (MITS).
Description: Communities and their landscapes — whether forests, farms, or streetscapes — provide context for the study of ecology, history, culture, and society. Collect data from local rivers and ponds, explore landscapes that have inspired a confluence of science and ideas for centuries, and learn effective strategies for using nature journals, science notebooks and other literacy tools in your classroom. Bridge your school and community by designing inquiry-based learning that connects students in meaningful ways to their local environment.
Dates: July 9-13; Half Day Introductory Session June 9; Half Day Fall Call-back November 17
Registration Fee: $400/participant, $375/participant for a team of 2 teachers from the same school district, $350 for teams of 3 or more teachers from the same school district
PDPs and Graduate Credit: Framingham State University ($225 for 3 credits and 67.5 PDPs). Fitchburg State University ($285 for 3 credits and 67.5 PDPs). 40 PDPs available without graduate credit.
Visit the MITS MetroWest Regional Page for more information.
