Workshop in Science Teaching: ASTRONOMY
Spring Science Educator Workshop Opportunity
Professional Continuing Graduate Education for Science Educators at East Stroudsburg University's McMunn Planetarium
Workshop in Science Teaching: ASTRONOMY
FOR MORE PROGRAM DETAILS CONTACT:
Dr. David Buckley, Physics Department
dbuckley@po-box.esu.edu; 570-422-3351
GENERAL INFORMATION CONTACT:
Jennifer Serowick, Extended Learning
jserowick@po-box.esu.edu; 570-422-2859
This course is directed toward the practical aspects of e ffectively teaching the science of astronomy. The fi rst day of the 2-day workshop concentrates on common misconceptions in the teaching of astronomy and strategies to overcome them. The second day concentrates on content, and is mostly devoted to current discoveries and recent changes in our understanding of how the universe works. ESU’s McMunn Planetarium will be utilized for instruction as will the ESU observatory (weather permitting).
DATE: Friday, April 16, 5 pm -10 pm
Saturday, April 17, 9 am - 6 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. David Buckley
COURSE NUMBER: GSCI 547, Section Y390
REGISTRATION: Complete a "Spring Continuing Education" registration form. Mail or fax with payment or request for tuition deferment (see form for details).
TUITION AND FEES: PA Resident: $507
Non Resident: $752
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