Pre-College Edu. Workshops for Scientists & Engineers

The Space Science Institute's

Education Workshops for Scientists

Lou Mayo of Hughes STX explores science education with students from Heatherwood Elementary School during the NASA-sponsored Pre-College Education Workshop for Scientists and Engineers.

Register for the Ninth Annual Workshop

NASA's Education Program has provided funds for the Space Science Institute to develop and present a four-day workshop for scientists, engineers, and science outreach professionals affiliated with:

university programs
NASA centers and missions (click here to see mission represented at prevoius workshops)
research organizations
Space Grant colleges

Participants will learn about science reform, the science education system, and how to improve and align their own education and outreach activities. This section describes how the workshops are designed and how you can participate.

Quotes from 1997 Participants:

"Becoming a knowledgeable advocate for reform is probably one of the most important things a scientist can do. A very good starting point would be to attend a K-12 education workshop at the Space Science Institute."

"One trip to a classroom will emphasize the necessity of becoming interested in what and how our future citizens are attempting to master the tools that will carry us well into the next century."

What this workshop can do for you

Increase your knowledge of educational issues from a national perspective
Strengthen your existing education and public outreach program through partnerships
Create opportunities to network with your colleagues and learn about other E/PO programs

Introduction		A bit of background and context.
Goals		Scientists can and should become advocates for effective science education.
Design		A mix of presentations and panels, experiential sessions, and discussion groups encourages open dialogue, sharing, and networking.
Agenda		Sample agenda from a previous workshop.
Management		Presenting the team responsible for producing these important and useful events.
Workshop Statistics		A map of the US indicates the home towns of past participants. Statistics on presenter and participant institutions are also shown.
Application		Submit this application if you'd like to participate in our upcoming workshop.
Resources		Resources for past participants, including participant lists, success stories, and useful information.