Professional Development
Information and programs for teachers and students.
2023 Workshops (All PD is Free)
May 31, 2023: POETS (Power Optimization in Electro-Thermal Systems): Student Investigations
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Electrical Properties of Matter Workshop for 8-12 grade Chemistry and Physics/Physical Science Teachers. 6 hours PD Credit.
This workshop will explore 3 different labs including lesson plans, slide decks, assessments, and some goodies.
Audience: 8th-12th grade teachers
Where: Cato Springs Research Center, 1475 W Cato Springs Rd, Fayetteville, AR 72701
Snacks and Lunch are provided.
Registration link: https://forms.gle/vCzkKFJ82hgPKWXYA
June 6, 2023
Teaching Paleoclimate: A workshop to explore teaching paleoclimate. 6 hours PD credit.
Audience: 9th-12th grade teachers and students (students optional).
Where: Center for Mathematics and Science Education (CMASE) room 219.
346 N West Ave, WAAX Suite 219
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Time: 8:30 - 2:00
This workshop will explore how to teach “deep-time” paleoclimate by investigating climate change during the End Triassic Mass Extinction event. The course will delve into how scientist go from collecting data in the field to processing it in the lab to generating real data.
Each teacher can bring up to 4 students. Students must have a teacher registered for this workshop.
Snacks and Lunch are provided.
Register each student using the same link below:
Registration link: https://forms.gle/Mufvp6NCbmGHxAd8A
July 31, 2023
2024-DESE-Mapping Creativity: GIS Mapping and the Arts Workshop for K-12 Teachers, 6 hours PD Credit.
GIS mapping is a system to display location and information. Learn how to take your students on a virtual field trip, create a map of your community's outdoor art or learn about maps that already exist for your use. Software and technology will be provided. This session is applicable for all grades and content areas. Discover how you can use this tool to energize your students learning.
Where: Center for Mathematics and Science Education (CMASE) room 219.
Time: 8:30 - 3:30
346 N West Ave, WAAX Suite 219
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Lunch on your own.
Registration link: https://www.escweb.net/ar_ade/catalog/session.aspx?session_id=494361
Professional Development Websites
- Beaver Water District Education Programs
- The GLOBE Program (GLOBE)
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
- US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Curriculum Frameworks