Educators are invited to an Educator Open House at NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones Street, Raleigh, on Thursday, September 20th, 2018, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
The event includes a free pizza dinner, as well as a beer from New Belgium Brewing. Scroll down for complete information about the event.
Here’s the information, from the press release:
Educators, have you been looking for examples of climate change research being done right here in North Carolina, or wanted activities that help explain the impacts on our coastal ecosystems? Or maybe you’ve always wondered how roly polies navigate and you need a lesson plan to investigate! If this describes you, then you’re invited to visit the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Thursday, September 20 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., for the SciREN Triangle Networking Event and Open House. This special night showcases a wide array of Museum educational programs and opportunities as well as lesson plans from local scientists.
Attending educators, from PreK to grade 12 (and beyond), can preview Museum exhibits and activities while working out the logistics of a school fieldtrip, talk directly with museum educators and research staff about on-site programs, and find out first-hand about distance learning, outreach and professional development opportunities.
Through a partnership with SciREN (Scientific Research and Education Network), educators can also meet more than 60 local scientists ready to distribute curriculum-centered lessons based on their research. This is an excellent way to rejuvenate teaching methods, integrate relevant and real science to student learning, and reach out into the community.
According to Megan Davis, Museum Teacher Education Specialist and a coordinator of the event, “The main energy from the evening comes in the conversations that educators can have with the scientists while they explore the Museum. Despite the many challenges teachers face on a day-to-day basis, we hope this evening sparks a renewed sense of wonder and curiosity.” Davis adds that it’s not just an event for science educators. “Any educator can come and make new connections to enhance their instruction or share with their students.”
There is no charge for the event, but registration (online at https://sciren.org/networking-events/sciren-triangle/) is strongly encouraged. In addition to a free pizza dinner, educators can also enjoy a glass of free beer while they explore and learn thanks to a generous sponsorship by New Belgium Brewing.
