STEM It Up!
Conservation integrates knowledge across all STEM fields. As an informal science educator, learn how you can make conservation connections at your institution. Join us to explore this multidisciplinary topic through the lens of global WCS conservation stories. In this workshop, you’ll hear from diverse perspectives on topics such as sustainability, climate change, and genetics, engage in modeled learning activities, and explore how you can support your audience in their own STEM journeys.
Audience: Informal Educators
Location: Bronx Zoo, in-person
Dates: Wednesday March 11 AND Wednesday March 18 (participants should attend both days)
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Price: FREE
Please note that this course includes 1-2 miles of walking outside. All paths are wheelchair accessible, see our webpage for Bronx Zoo Accessibility. If you have any concerns, please contact your instructor. For more information see the Bronx Zoo's Know Before You Go page.
For more information about Professional Development courses, please contact: teacherinfo@wcs.org or (718) 220-5136.
Meet Your Instructor
Chris MacKay (he/him)
Christopher MacKay is a Coordinator of Professional Development at the WCS. Chris first joined WCS in 2004 as a member of the Bronx Zoo Education Dept and has been working in informal science education ever since! He has a BS in Environmental Forest Biology from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry and an MS in Secondary Science Education from CUNY Queens College. Chris is always excited to share with teachers how they can utilize zoos and aquariums as a resource to make learning come alive for their students!