Apply Now for Summer Teacher Education Courses
MSI courses are designed to increase your knowledge of science, improve teaching skills and demonstrate how to use Museum programs and exhibits to enhance science curriculum. You'll explore topics relevant to your science curriculum and return to the classroom with new ideas, greater confidence and resources to make science engaging. Courses are offered at no cost, and content is aligned with state and national learning standards in science. We're taking applications through 6 p.m. June 15 for these courses:
Expedition: Green (environmental science)
July 8-12, 2013
Explore ecology, ecosystems, resource management and sustainability issues in Chicago.
All About You (life science)
July 29 - Aug. 2, 2013
Investigate the human body through activities on body systems, genetics, tissues and cells, and medical technology.
You can receive CPDUs in Illinois or CEUs in Indiana and can also earn graduate credit at the Illinois Institute of Technology or Valparaiso University.
Expedition: Green is generously supported by the Dover Foundation. Support of Lake County teacher outreach is generously provided by Takeda.
CASE
The Center aims to inspire the next generation of inventors and innovators with programs that empower teachers, engage the community and excite students.