SSEC ACADEMIES 2014

In collaboration with other museums and units of the Smithsonian, the SSEC works to create and deliver week-long professional development for teachers of science, these programs, known as the Smithsonian Science Education Academies for Teachers. SSEATs were started in 2005 to bridge the gap between formal and informal science education by combining training in science content and pedagogy with behind the scenes experiences at a wide variety of Smithsonian units, Smithsonian Affiliate partners, and world-class science research facilities throughout the Washington DC area.

 

What are the goals of these Academies?

• Improving teacher understanding of scientific concepts that pertain to the science themes of each academy

• Providing teachers with experiences of pedagogical approaches designed to increase student achievement

• Engaging teachers in dialog with scientists and engineers who are conducting research

• Expanding teacher awareness of the nature and history of science and technological innovation

• Familiarizing teachers with the resources available at the Smithsonian and elsewhere that may be used to support the teaching and learning of science.

 

For inquiries related to SSEATs, please contact Juliet Crowell (crowellj@si.edu)or call 202.633.2968.

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Academy Tuition, Accomodations, Fees

A total of $1,990 per academy includes course materials, accommodations(TBA), daily breakfast and lunch, a Sunday evening reception and orientation, an evening celebratory meal, all local travel (excluding airport transit). There is a $500 discount for those forgoing hotel stay, and other discounts may apply. Smithsonian Science Education Center will take care of all hotel reservations for Sunday (check-in) through Friday.