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WA-LASER Teacher Workshop: Next Generation Science and Engineering for Equity

Next Generation Science and Engineering for Equity

November 29, 2018 @ the Microsoft Conference Center in Redmond WA

This full-day workshop for upper elementary and middle school teachers will give participants tools to engage their students in science and engineering practices aligned with the NGSS. From building low-cost sensors, to iterating design challenges to writing across the STEM disciplines, teachers will add to their toolkit of effective and engaging teacher practices. Professor Jose Rios' keynote will challenge participants to develop their ideas about educating for equity and access in STEM.
Six STEM clock hours are available for participants, pending approval and for an additional fee.

Registration and agenda are here:



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