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CURRICULUM AND LEARNING ENVIRONMENT   * 1 HOUR * LEVEL 2

The Science Learning Center 

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Attention:  This is a 1 hour course.

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** This course is approximately 1 hour **

Learning Outcomes

Course Overview
Many educators feel unequipped to teach science or focus on scientific concepts in their curriculum. What these teachers should know is that science is everywhere and science is so much more than they think! Anyone can learn and enjoy science. Science for  young children is all about discovery.  Children are often doing this on their own anyway, so why not bring that into the classroom to help nurture it on a daily basis? This training will discuss the reasons for having a science learning center, how to set one up, practical ideas of what to include and more.  Included in this training are videos, discussion boards, and an end of course assignment.
**  A special thank you to Aurora Tollestrup, BS Ed for developing the curriculum for this course. **
Level
2
  • Washington STARS credit:  Curriculum and Learning Environment (1 hour)
  • CDA Content Area:  Advancement of Physical and Intellectual Development  (1 hour)
Course Objectives:​​
  • State developmentally appropriate science center activities
  • Explain key elements in science center benefits for  young children
  • State the three scientific domains to consider when designing a science center
  • Apply the knowledge gained from this course in developing quality science learning centers
​Technical Requirements:
  • Internet access (any speed)
  • Laptop or PC
  • Updated internet browser
Materials:
  • Laptop, PC, or other device

Meet the Trainer for this Course ​​​​

Aurora is an approved Washington State STARS Trainer.
​Aurora Tollestrup graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education and a minor in English. She has worked with children and families from preschool to seventh grade in public and private schools in her community as a teacher, advocate and volunteer. A strong community connection and working relationships with colleagues influenced her teaching practices and continue to inspire her work in Education. She believes that educators with a passion for the success and wellbeing of the children they work with need tremendous support and that is where her motivation comes from. ​​ 
Aurora is the Coordinator of Online Learning and Instructional Technology with Successful Solutions Training in Child Development.
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