Welcome to Science Futures
Welcome to Science Futures

Science Futures is a comprehensive professional development opportunity for Wisconsin science teachers.  As outlined in our vision, we aim to promote science teaching as a fulfilling and lifelong profession, provide a continuum of opportunities for professional growth in science education, increase access to professional networks and learning experiences that enhance the teaching of science, and encourage science leadership that positively impacts science education beyond the classrooms.

 
Are you the future?
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Science Futures 2010
Seeking twenty-four K-12 teachers of science with 1+ years of classroom experience who want to improve their own professional development and leadership potential in science education.

Dates: July 25-July 30 (Begins Sunday at 3 PM & Concludes Friday at 12 PM)

Location: Pigeon Lake Field Station, Drummond, WI

Credit: 3 FREE Graduate Credits Available
Full Year Commitment - 1 Credit Summer (Face to Face), 1 Credit each Fall & Spring (Online)


Registration Fee: $50 (Included meals & lodging)
canoeTentative Week Topics:
Science Education Leadership:  District, State, & National
Reflective Practice / Understanding By Design
Professional Development Opportunities
Inquiry Science / Theory of Learning
Teaching Science with Technology
Partnership for 21st Century Skills
Misconceptions in Science
Grants & Awards / Opportunities in Research
Networking Adventures:
Brule River Canoe Trip
Wolf Howling
Bog Walk
Loon Watch
Campfires
Swimming / Fishing
Star Gazin
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