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Sunstones at The Lawrence Hall of Science
10/26/2023
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. CDT

You have the power! Bringing phenomena to life with NGSS-designed instructional materials

High quality instructional materials are essential for equitable access to science, but materials are only the start of the instructional…

Three educators are collaborating together.
10/28/2023

Content Integration in K-5 Classrooms — Lessons from the Field

Phenomena-based teaching and learning in science authentically lends itself to integration with literacy, language development, and other subject areas and…

Sunstones at The Lawrence Hall of Science
01/13/2024
9:45 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Through The Looking Glass: An Adventurous Hands-On Approach to Viewing

Refresh your senses as you explore innovative ideas for setting up science centers indoors and outdoors. Investigate natural materials with…

Teachers sitting at tables at The Lawrence during a workshop
10/08/2023
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. EDT

Co-Creation with Scientists: Tips, Tricks, and a “Future of Plastics” Case Study

Scientists can help integrate cutting-edge science into our learning experiences. However, given their different backgrounds and priorities, it can be…

Two students are working on a solar science project at Solar Camp
10/08/2023
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. EDT

Culturally Responsive and Sustaining Pedagogy

This presentation will draw on a National Science Foundation-funded study, led by a group of program designers and researchers, to…

Sunstones at The Lawrence
10/05/2023
4:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m. CDT

Understanding Youth Experiences

Understanding Youth Experiences in a Solar-technology-based Summer Program Through Culturally Responsive Research Practices: Culturally relevant pedagogy in STEM learning environments…