Education
Professional Development
Museum Resources
Friday, November 27 (The day after Thanksgiving)
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Register for this event
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Register for this event
Monday, February 15 (Presidents' Day)
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Register for this event
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Register for this event
Teachers of grades PreK-12
2 CPDUs
Free with pre-registration
2 CPDUs
Free with pre-registration
Get to know what the Adler has to offer in this introductory workshop. Participants will explore resources for the classroom, outreach activities, and field trip programs. There will also be an opportunity to explore the Adler's exhibits.
Choose one of the above dates.
GEMS (Great Explorations in Math and Science) Space Science Sequence
Session 1:
Friday, January 22, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 23, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Friday, January 22, 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 23, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Register for this event
Session 2:
Friday, February 5, 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 6, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Friday, February 5, 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 6, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Teachers of grades 6-8
9 CPDUs per session
$40 per session (includes curriculum guide and lunch)
9 CPDUs per session
$40 per session (includes curriculum guide and lunch)
Looking for a way to include space science in your curriculum or after-school program? Interested in exploring nationally field-tested activities for teaching about the Solar System and beyond? Join us for professional development on the GEMS Space Science Sequence for 6th - 8th graders. Register for Session 1 ("How Does the Sun Affect the Earth?" and "Why Are There Seasons?") and/or Session 2 ("The Solar System," and "Beyond the Solar System"). Choose one or both of the above sessions.
For more information about the Space Science Sequence, visit the Lawrence Hall of Science GEMS page.
Educators who attend both sessions may elect to register for one semester hour of graduate credit from National Louis University for an additional $135.
(Min. 5/ Max. 25 participants)
*Please note that there is a fee associated with this workshop, which will cover the cost of the teacher curriculum guide that participants receive at the workshop. When you register, you will be asked to submit the payment online. Be advised that your place in the workshop is not secured until you have submitted this payment. If you have questions regarding payment submission, please email learn@adlerplanetarium.org or call 312-322-0302.
*Please note that there is a fee associated with this workshop, which will cover the cost of the teacher curriculum guide that participants receive at the workshop. When you register, you will be asked to submit the payment online. Be advised that your place in the workshop is not secured until you have submitted this payment. If you have questions regarding payment submission, please email learn@adlerplanetarium.org or call 312-322-0302.
Beyond the Solar System
Monday, March 1 (Pulaski Day)
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Register for this event
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Register for this event
Teachers of grades 8-12
6 CPDUs
$25 (includes DVD and lunch)
6 CPDUs
$25 (includes DVD and lunch)
Help your students deepen their understanding of the structure and evolution of the universe and the nature of science. This workshop uses DVD clips and activities to encourage exploration of a topic that is often difficult to teach.
(Min. 5/ Max. 25 participants)
*Please note that there is a fee associated with this workshop, which will cover the cost of the teacher curriculum guide that participants receive at the workshop. When you register, you will be asked to submit the payment online. Be advised that your place in the workshop is not secured until you have submitted this payment. If you have questions regarding payment submission, please email learn@adlerplanetarium.org or call 312-322-0302.
*Please note that there is a fee associated with this workshop, which will cover the cost of the teacher curriculum guide that participants receive at the workshop. When you register, you will be asked to submit the payment online. Be advised that your place in the workshop is not secured until you have submitted this payment. If you have questions regarding payment submission, please email learn@adlerplanetarium.org or call 312-322-0302.
To schedule a Museum Resources Workshop for your group, please e-mail learn@adlerplanetarium.org or call the ACCESS Hotline at 312-322-0302 to register.
The Adler Teacher Advisory Board is a new program launching this year especially for teachers. It will provide a chance for local teachers to partner with the museum and other educators from schools around the Chicagoland area on a variety of projects.
- Teachers will serve on the advisory board for one-year sessions, which may be renewed the following year.
- The advisory board will meet quarterly to discuss projects and ways in which the museum can best serve teacher and student groups.
- In return for your commitment you will receive ongoing professional development at quarterly meetings, discounts on other professional development sessions offered by the Adler, an inside look at new exhibits and programs, and a voice in the development of these programs.
If you are interested in participating in this program, please fill out the interest form below. Completed forms can be submitted to learn@adlerplanetarium.org or faxed to (312) 322-9181.
We are starting small for the introductory year. If you are not able to participate in the Adler Teacher Advisory Board this school year, there will be more opportunities in the future.
Earn Graduate Credit While You Learn!
Astronomy Connections is a professional
development program designed to empower teachers with innovative and
effective ways of integrating museum resources, earth and space science
concepts, and inquiry-based teaching. Ultimately, Astronomy
Connections engages students in meaningful learning experiences that
support scientific literacy. Because Astronomy Connections is an
interdisciplinary program, science and non-science teachers are invited
to participate.
For more information regarding this program,
please email us at learn@adlerplanetarium.org or call us at 312-322-0302.
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