Professional Learning
Why is professional learning with OutSCider Classroom so great?
Professional development should make teaching easier and more effective. But too often, schools invest time and money in workshops or resources that don't lead to lasting change. New platforms go unused and kits collect dust, while frustrated teachers sit in sessions that feel disconnected their from every day classroom experience.
OutSCIder Classroom workshops are different. Our focus is on building instructional capacity in teachers; not selling a tool. We use our videos as a hook to drive authentic, hands-on instruction that both engaging and fun. All our workshops put teachers in the role of the learner, giving them the experience they want to create in their classrooms. We support educators by helping them increase their instructional capacity with high leverage strategies with a clear plan for implementation. It's professional learning gives teachers professional growth, leading to measurable impact on student learning.
We would love to help you and your team grow!
Current Workshop Offerings
Fostering Student-to-Student Discourse
Having rich, student-led discussions in class is one of the most powerful instructional strategies teachers can use in their lessons. In this session, teachers will learn how to use OutSCIder Classroom videos to spark conversations between students and how to facilitate discussions as a class. Push your kids beyond simply recalling facts to actively questioning, explaining, and building a conceptual understanding of science understanding together.
Who should take this? Science teachers, grades 5-12
Session length: 2 hours
Modeling Scientific Phenomenon
Creating models that explain what we observe is an essential tool in scientists; it's used by researchers to explain the forces and processes at work in the natural world. Teachers experience how to build their models and revise them based on new information. We also explore hands on modeling activities that demonstrate scientific phenomena.
Who should take this? Science teachers, grades 5-12
Session length: 2 hours
Collecting and Analyzing Scientific Data
Are you students doing collecting and analyzing data with authenticity? When you do a lab, are the kids crafting hypotheses and testing variables or are they just following a step-by-step, "cookbook" lab? Learn how your students can become researchers, engineers, and problem solvers with this inquiry focused session.
Who should take this? Science teachers, grades 5-12
Session length: 1 day
Learning Like a Historian
Make history come alive in your classrooms! In this course, we dive into primary documents, maps, oral histories, and more to learn how historians use evidence to learn about the past. Teacher learn how to implement lessons that incorporate writing, data analysis, and argumentation to give their students a nuanced understanding of America's story - all through our National Parks!
Who should take this? Social Studies teachers, grades 5-12
Session length: 3 hours
Implementing Science in Reading and Math
Tired of never having enough time for science? Learn how to leverage cross curricular strategies in math and reading to build a conceptual understanding of science while saving precious time for activities that let kids observe and explore their world. Easy to implement strategies such as student-to-student discussion and modeling are also explored.
Who should take this? Elementary teachers, grades K-4
Session length: 3 hours
3D Learning
Vertical Alignment
One of the biggest challenges in science instruction schools and districts is alignment; ensure that all students are learning grade-level standards with appropriate rigor. In this multi day course, teacher and instructional leaders align their grade levels to all aspects of 3D learning: content standards, cross cutting relationships, scientific and engineering practices. Grade level teams build their resources and accountability mechanisms to ensure that all teachers have the tools they need to deliver excellent instruction.
Who should take this? District and building curriculum leaders, science teachers, grades K-12
Session length: 3-5 days
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Custom Sessions and Speaking
Need a session customized to fit the needs of unique needs of your building, district, or organization? No problem! We are happy to tailor an experience that helps your educators grow. Email us here or call 440-315-1152 and we'll find a time to talk about how we can support you.
Chris is also available for speaking gigs. He is an engaging speaker who loves to engage, entertain, and educate his audience If you’re interested in having Chris speak at your event, please reach out to him directly at chris@outscider.org
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