Teach Students to 'Think Like a Scientist' with These At-Home Activities!
Young children are learning to 'think like a scientist' when they hypothesize, experiment, and observe.
Children are natural scientists! Their curiosity as they discover the world around them translates naturally into thinking like a scientist. By incorporating hands-on, authentic science activities, children will problem-solve like real scientists; build communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills; and have fun doing it! Young children are 'thinking like a scientist' when they hypothesize, experiment, and observe. Join this webinar to learn about some fun activities that will allow them to experience what itis like to be a scientist!
Webinar Objectives
After completing this 30 minute webinar, participants will be able to...
- How young children are 'thinking like a scientist' when they hypothesize, experiment, and observe.
- How to ask appropriate questions to check for understanding.
- New activities that support thinking like a scientist.
Your Instructor
Naomi Hartl has a passion for education and all things tech infused. She graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a Bachelor of Education, where she majored in physical education and minored in biology. She has taught a wide variety of subject areas which include mathematics, biology, practical and applied arts, career guidance, and health and physical education. She started out teaching in her home province of Saskatchewan, Canada and then relocated to Oregon, USA to work with School Specialty. Working with School Specialty has allowed her to pursue her dream of making a difference in the lives of teachers and students by creating safe and successful learning environments. Naomi is the STEM Subject Matter Expert for School Specialty.