Come learn with EarthGen in this fully asynchronous professional development opportunity designed for Washington teachers who have not yet participated in a STEM Seminar. It is expected that teachers begin this course with a base knowledge of climate change or have taken the Foundations of Climate Change asynchronous course. Through asynchronous learning via Canvas, participants will have a chance to authentically engage with activities and experts as they grow their understanding of how climate change has and will impact their community. Analyze and interpret recent climate science data from Dr. Kat Huybers, a climate scientist and lecturer from the University of Washington and progress understanding on the most salient climate change indicators in Washington. Participants will engage with additional NGSS concepts including developing and using models, and obtaining, interpreting, and communicating information. Participants will review topics related to the theme of Agriculture and connect content to their specific subject area and grade level.
Teachers will leave this training with increased preparedness to facilitate climate science-focused activities using the science & engineering practices of analyzing and interpreting data and constructing explanations and designing solutions. Teachers will learn from peers through the asynchronous learning space to reflect on how others may be incorporating climate science into their classrooms across the state. Teachers will complete the course by implementing something they learned from the course through the development of a lesson plan or series of lessons. Teachers will share student artifacts from their practice.
Participants may join the course at any time but must complete all coursework by the end date.
Dates
Mon, March 17 – Fri, May 2 2025