Webinar
ID number
198807093
Date
Time
4-5:30pm
Registration
3:30-4pm
This webinar will focus on the science interest center in the classroom. Teachers will learn how to set the stage for children to become curious and confident young scientists. Through thoughtful design of the science and discovery area and sharing in children's interest and excitement, staff can provide opportunities to explore and engage in the practices of science.
Presenter
Shannon Cribaro
Learner objectives
Participants will:
- Be able to identify what is needed in a developmentally appropriate interest center for science.
- Connect ECERS 3 Nature and Science requirements to the interest area
- Understand how science/discovery area play connects with Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards
- Plan how to observe, respond, and interact with children in the discovery area.
Intended audience
Administrator, Early Childhood Special and General Educator, Family Educator, Family Member, Teacher Assistant
Contact hours
1.50
Gateways training stage
Introductory
Training topic area
Curriculum-Preschool, Developmentally Appropriate Practice, Early Science
Gateways to Opportunity content area
Interactions, Relationships and Environments