Global Issues, Digital Classrooms: Meeting Science Standards with Digital Resources
Conservation is a global issue with many examples from around the world that can inspire students to take action. In this workshop, learn how WCS creates barrier free digital resources that teachers can use with their students to bring conservation into their classrooms, both in person and virtual. Teachers will explore several digital resources, including WCS Presents Field Sight & WCS Conservation Heroes, engage in modeled learning activities, and learn how they can teach science standards using our pre-designed curricular resources!
Location: Bronx Zoo (in-person)
Date and Time: January 31, 2022, 8:30am-3:30pm
Price: $50
Course is eligible for: 6 CTLE Hours
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Meet Your Instructor
Dave Johnston (he/him)
Dave Johnston is the Director of Professional Development for Educators at the WCS. He oversees a unit of professional development and graduate program educators, working across all five NYC based WCS parks. He has worked in the classroom as a Living Environment teacher and has over 15 years experience working as an informal science educator. He holds a BA in Physical Anthropology from Penn State University and an M.Ed. in Science Education from City College of New York. He is currently pursuing his doctorate in Teacher Education and Teacher Development from Montclair State University. His research is focused on the implementation of inquiry-based learning in informal science settings.