Full title: SC26SE01. Designing Transformative Geoscience Learning Experiences
Instructor(s): Stephanie L Shepherd, Rachel Prado, Tyler Smith
Endorser(s): GSA Geoscience Education Division
CEUs: 0.4
Date: Sun., 8 Mar.
Location: Renasant Convention Center, Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Time: 1-5 p.m.
Description: Led by the team behind the Auburn Summer STEM Institute (AUSSI), this short course introduces participants to strategies for creating meaningful and engaging learning experiences in post-secondary geoscience education. Grounded in D. Fink’s Backward Design framework, the course guides attendees through the process of articulating significant learning goals, aligning assessments, and crafting instructional activities that foster deep student understanding. Participants will leave equipped with tools to implement rich, student-centered learning in their own geoscience courses.
By purchasing this item, you are buying a seat for an in-person short course.
Short Courses offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs). One CEU equals 10 hours of participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction.
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For additional information, please contact shortcourse@geosociety.
Product Code: SC26SE01
Product Category: SHORTC