*Postponed We will be building circuits and creating reusable circuit components from common or easily purchased materials such as paper, copper tape, paper clips, aluminum foil, etc. Objectives: - Explore simple circuit theory - Build reusable circuit components that students can bring home - Identify online resources for similar ideas Presenter Bio Walt received his […]
Join The Henry Ford’s Learning & Engagement team to learn how you can help your students build and practice their innovative mindsets through inHub, a learning community just for educators. inHub is home to hundreds of free digital resources and experiences that educators can access on-demand to inspire innovation, foster invention and nurture creativity. All […]
Discover the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's newest leader guide, "eBird Explorers: Youth Action for Birds." Designed for out-of-school settings in collaboration with New York State 4-H and the New York State Network for Youth Success, these 11 hour-long lessons use birds and the eBird participatory-science project as the spark to get youth excited about nature […]
Peer-Powered Projects give students a means of applying and showing their learning in ANY academic subject through fun-first, hands-on art, coding, 3D design, and engineering projects. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll walk you through one of these projects that you can use with your students in class the next day! With a few simple steps, […]
Looking to create high-quality trainings for your staff? In this multi-day training participants will learn how to design trainings using adult learning theory. Participants will walk through the steps of applying for their NYS T-TAP Credential linking their trainings to the CBK, OCFS topics, and the NAEYC Trainer Competencies. We will also discuss how to […]
The first October installment of our STEAM Skills Webinar Series is taught by WhyMaker, who support teachers in providing students with meaningful STEM learning experiences, paying close attention to BIPOC students and girls. Join WHYMAKER for an engaging session to learn how to teach about the NYS Climate Act and sustainability in your program. Whether […]
What are Purposeful Questions? Click2Science defines purposeful questions as well-placed questions that drive STEM experiences and design questions while helping learners understand what they should focus on, and where they should go next. Join Sara Kobilka to learn how to ask good questions with youth. This session will include two follow-up meetings to help you implement […]
In this session, we will explore the current state of afterschool and where New York stands and provide an overview of where things stand as we approach the state budget season in January. This session will share: How the afterschool landscape has changed since the introduction of the Learning and Enrichment After-school Support Program (LEAPS). […]
Distance Learning (Asynchronous) SAC Credential- Part 2 Course Dates: January 6 - April 28 Instructor: Alysha Branch Cost: $1125.00 per semester. (Includes a homework helper. Does not include advisement or endorsement.) Looking to gain the knowledge and skills to effectively run a SAC program? The SAC Credential offers individuals the opportunity to reflect on their practice using the 14 skill areas […]
Virtual (Live Instructor) SAC Credential- Part 1 Course Dates: January 9 - April 3 Time: Thursdays, 9:00am - 12:00pm Instructor: Alysha Branch Cost: $1250.00 per semester. (Includes a homework helper. Does not include advisement or endorsement.) Looking to gain the knowledge and skills to effectively run a SAC program? The SAC Credential offers individuals the opportunity to reflect on […]
