Center for the Advancement of Science Education. Programs

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1 Center for the Advancement of Science Education Programs

2 Welcome! The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago brings science to life with oneof-a-kind exhibits, high-quality education programs, engaging science experiences, and innovative online resources. Our programs aim to empower teachers, excite students, and engage the community. Highlights include: Master s-level courses Teachers can earn a Master of Science Education degree or a middle-school science endorsement by taking courses at MSI in partnership with the Illinois Institute of Technology. Engaging student programs Four new Learning Labs for school groups add to our menu of 11 other exciting programs on a variety of science topics. Spectacular new exhibits Science Storms immerses you in physics and chemistry by manipulating a 40-foot tornado, spinning a 20-foot avalanche disk, triggering a 30-foot tsunami and more. YOU! The Experience gives you a life science lesson about yourself as you explore all aspects of your health and well-being. Our goal is to make science education engaging and accessible. That s why Illinois teachers always receive free general admission just by showing an educator ID card at our ticketing counter. General admission is also free for all Illinois school groups visiting on a fi eld trip. So visit MSI and see how we will transform you. We look forward to seeing you at the Museum! Andrea Ingram Vice President Education and Guest Services What s Inside Program overview...2 Teacher programs Student programs.6-10 New exhibits page 1

3 Advancing Science Education The Museum created the Center for the Advancement of Science Education (CASE) to help realize our vision: to inspire and motivate all children to achieve their full potential in the fi elds of science, technology, medicine and engineering. CASE programs extend the content of Museum exhibits through strategies that empower teachers, engage the community, and excite students and Museum guests. We work with local school systems and collaborate with some of the best minds in science and education to develop and evaluate programs. Programs target four areas: Science Teacher Education Coursework offered though our Institute for Quality Science Teaching and Learning provides middle-school teachers with science content and teaching strategies directly relevant to their curriculum. Participants in our courses are eligible to earn a Master of Science Education degree, a middle-school science endorsement, or graduate credit through a partnership with the Illinois Institute of Technology. Our focus is on enabling teachers who are in the classroom today and creating a pathway for quality teachers who can inspire passion and excitement about science. Community Initiatives The Science Minors series of programs encourages children from diverse backgrounds to discover new interests and skills, prepare for college, and learn about science careers. After-school Science Minors Clubs extend science learning into places where younger students already spend their time after school. The Science Minors and Science Achievers youth development programs provide teens with science knowledge, public speaking skills, and opportunities to prepare for college and careers. Student Experiences Programs for school groups offered through our Institute for Quality Science Teaching and Learning use our captivating spaces to investigate the science behind everyday life. Learning Labs provide facilitated, engaging educational experiences that are aligned with Illinois Learning Standards in science. Labs have pre- and post-visit activities and additional resources to enhance what students learn in their classroom. Students also can dive deeper into science content and learn from working science experts by participating in special daylong programs like Forensic Field Day. Guest Experiences All Museum guests can take part in interactive experiences designed to meet different learning styles. Our new permanent exhibits foster engagement through guided exploration and facilitated hands-on activities. Stateof-the-art laboratories allow you to participate in more complex experiments, like dissecting an eyeball to learn about vision. You also can star in a funny play about the digestive system, engage in discussions about current science news, and much more. page 2

4 Transforming Science Teaching Teacher Education Courses Teachers can gain science content and teaching strategies directly relevant to their classroom curriculum. Our courses provide a broad background in science, are designed in accordance with national science education standards, and complement Museum exhibits and resources. Courses are offered at no cost to teachers selected to participate. Through a new partnership with the Illinois Institute of Technology, teachers can earn a Master of Science Education degree or a middle-school science endorsement by taking courses at MSI and IIT for six graduate credits. Academic year courses meet six times during the school year. Summer courses meet over fi ve consecutive days for three graduate credits. During each course, teachers receive lesson plans and materials to replicate activities back in the classroom. Teachers in the academic year courses also receive a free fi eld trip, which includes funding for a bus and a Learning Lab program for students. Teacher Workshops Our half- and full-day workshops provide resources, information and inspiration. These programs are offered at no cost and provide continuing professional development units (CPDUs). Register for workshops online. Climate Change Teacher Workshop Gain information, classroom activities and resources to teach about climate change and prepare their students to participate in an international videoconference summit. Students will share their research and ideas as they are challenged to explore their beliefs through the eyes of people from different cultures. This program is provided in partnership with the Antarctic Geological Drilling project and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. MSI 101 Curious about what the Museum offers for teachers and schools? Teachers are invited to join us for an exploration of fi eld trips, teacher professional development programming and standards-based activities that will tie a Museum visit to their classroom instruction. nicole.kowrach@msichicago.org to schedule a session. To participate, teachers must apply and be selected to enroll. Applications are accepted in the spring and late summer. Visit msichicago.org/education for schedules and application deadlines. All About You (life science) Investigate the human body through activities on body systems, genetics, tissues and cells, and medical technology. Get Re-Energized (physical science) Explore concepts related to energy such as energy transformation and conversion, potential and kinetic energy, light, heat, electricity and more. Our Place in Space (Earth and space science) Investigate the forces, processes, cycles and patterns that affect our planet and other celestial bodies in our solar system. Pre-Service Internships MSI supports pre-service education with a number of higher education partners. For example, students studying education at the Illinois Institute of Technology and Chicago State University may complete a required museum internship by spending six weeks working in MSI s Center for the Advancement of Science Education. The internship introduces students to informal education and how they might make use of such resources in their classroom. Student interns participate in educational programs, perform visitor observations, assist MSI educators, and more. Internships are organized through IIT s Informal Education Practicum and Seminar and Chicago State University s Noyce Scholarship Program. Learn more about teacher programs at msichicago.org/education. City Science (environmental science) Discover science in the city with activities focused on city ecology, renewable energy, city planning, and buildings and structures. page 3

5 Connecting Courses to Classroom Curriculum MSI professional development courses are aligned with the science topics educators are teaching in the classroom. Our standards-based lessons are designed to meet national and Illinois learning standards. As an example, the chart below demonstrates how MSI teacher education courses complement the middle-grades science curriculum taught in Chicago Public Schools Science Scope and Sequence Grade First Quarter Second Quarter Third Quarter Fourth Quarter 4 Chemical Testing Get Re-Energized and City Science Electricity & Magnetism Earth Features & Changes Human Body: Form & Function Get Re-Energized Our Place in Space All About You 5 Microorganisms & Other Small Things Time & Motion Levers, Pulleys & Machines Energy Resources All About You Get Re-Energized Get Re-Energized Our Place in Space Sequencing and pacing based on 38-week school year 6 or 6 7 Soils & Rocks Earth Processes The Changing Earth Our Place in Space and City Science Energy Resources The Changing Earth Our Place in Space and City Science Scientifi c Method Climate, Weather & Atmosphere Space Science Our Place in Space Our Place in Space Our Place in Space Our Place in Space Rocks & Geological Time Climate & Weather Space Science Our Place in Space Our Place in Space Our Place in Space Our Place in Space Cell Structure & Function Genetics Ecology Evolution All MSI courses All About You All About You City Science All About You 8 Properties of Matter Our Place in Space and City Science Materials Science Our Place in Space and City Science Work, Energy & Effi ciency Get Re-Energized Motion & Forces Get Re-Energized Water Our Place in Space and City Science Life Science Earth Science Physical Science Space Science MSI Course MSI Course MSI Course MSI Course page 4

6 Master of Science Education Degree MSI has partnered with the Illinois Institute of Technology s Mathematics and Science Education Department to offer a Master of Science Education degree as well as a middle-school science endorsement. The program is the fi rst of its kind in the nation. MSI offers science content courses that provide a broad background in science and science teaching pedagogy: life science, physical science, environmental science, and Earth and space science. IIT provides courses in Adolescent Psychology, Advanced Strategies, Curriculum and Instruction, and more. Master s program completion requires 11 courses (33 graduate credit hours). Admission criteria include: Bachelor s degree in science or education. Candidates with degrees in related fi elds are eligible provided they have a documented, successful experience working with school-age youth. Minimum GPA of 3.0 / 4.0 (course work completed within seven years of admission). Professional statement and letter of recommendation. The MSI/IIT partnership offers two other options as well: a middle-school science endorsement of 8 courses (24 graduate credit hours), or MSI science courses for graduate credit. The program begins with MSI courses, which are offered during the academic year and in the summer. To participate, teachers must apply and be selected to enroll. Applications are accepted in spring and late summer. MSI courses are offered at no cost, and IIT offers a reduced tuition rate. Learn more at msichicago.org/education. page 5

7 Live Science Experiences Museum guests are invited to participate in science like never before through a range of Live Science Experiences they ll encounter throughout their visit. From immersive lab activities to facilitated discussions of current science news, these programs are offered every day at no cost. Check the Museum map for up-to-date schedules. Highlights include: MSI Hospital Try the latest medical technology by diagnosing and treating health problems on a human patient simulator, a computer-driven mannequin used only in medical schools. Poop Happens Be the star of a funny, engaging play about the digestive system. Earth Revealed Live Discuss climate change and global weather patterns while viewing real, timely data on a 6-foot globe suspended from the ceiling. Dissect an Eye at MSI Learn about vision by dissecting a cow s eyeball. Happy Brr-thday Celebrate the birthday of a scientist with this cool program that activates balloons, noisemakers and tasty treats with super cold liquid nitrogen. Bangs, Flashes and Fire Feel the ground shake and be awed by the chemistry of fi re and ear-splitting explosions. page 6

8 Exciting Students With Learning Labs Led by Museum educators, Learning Labs are facilitated, hands-on learning experiences for school groups. Labs are multi-disciplinary and align with Illinois State Learning Standards in science. Learning Labs are offered on Tuesdays through Fridays during the school year. Labs accommodate 30 students and cost $100 to $120 each (Live from the Heart is $275). Learning Lab guides provide vocabulary and pre- and post-visit activities, along with additional resources to extend and enhance the content of each lab. NEW Charge! Electromagnetism at Work Grades 4-6 Explore the relationship between electric and magnetic forces. NEW Colorful Chemistry Grades 4-8 See what happens when you mix chemicals and add some heat. NEW Moving With Newton Grades 4-8 Explore Newton s three laws of motion through hands-on activities. NEW Waves: Light and Sound Grades 4-8 Experiment with light and sound to discover how waves carry energy from one place to another. City Science: Building Bridges Grades 4-8 Learn about the basics of structural design while designing, building and testing bridges and exploring potential careers. ER/OR Grades 7-9 Explore medical careers and cutting-edge medical technologies by training as a resident. Diagnose and treat health conditions on a human patient simulator, try your hand at suturing with real surgical tools, explore virtual surgery and more. Evidence Lab Grades 9-12 Immerse yourself in the world of crime scene investigation. Use hands-on forensic science techniques and analyze DNA, bullets, blood spatter and trace evidence to solve a crime. page 7

9 Heart Surgery 101 Grades 7-12 Join us for a pre-recorded session of open heart surgery. Learn about careers in the OR, handle real surgical tools and ask questions of staff educators. Life Begins Grade 5 A trained health educator from the Robert Crown Center for Health Education provides an overview of puberty, reproduction, fetal development and the birth process. A visit to the Museum s prenatal specimen collection is included. Limited Availability Live from the Heart Grades 8-12 Talk with a surgical team while watching live open heart surgery via videoconference. Learn more at Museum Crime Lab Grades 4-8 Solve a crime at the Museum using fi ngerprint analysis, chromatography, white powder analysis and microscopy techniques. Renewable Energy: Cars of the Future Grades 6-10 Explore new technology like hydrogen fuel cell cars and discover how some of the latest renewable energy resources work. Energy education generously supported by the Exelon Foundation. Forensic Field Day This daylong program, offered twice a year, invites high school students to work side-by-side with real forensic investigators from Chicago-area police and fi re agencies. Students use DNA analysis, forensic anthropology and other lab techniques to process evidence they collect from a crime scene. There is no cost for this program, but space is limited to 35 students in grades for each session. Student groups must be accompanied by an adult chaperone. Visit msichicago.org/education for program dates. Simple Machines Grades 3-6 Learn about the energy and work behind simple machines by competing in a challenge using pulleys, levers, inclined planes and more. Submarine Lab Grades 4-8 Tour the historic submarine, participate in hands-on activities and explore the science and history behind the U-505. Testing the Waters Grades 4-8 Work as an environmental scientist to determine the quality of Chicago-area water samples. Use environmental science methods to discover the source of pollution causing a massive fi sh kill in the Chicago River. Learn more at msichicago.org/education. Home School Learning Labs We offer special Learning Labs for individual home school students. These labs cost $15 per student. Home school groups are also invited to register for one of our regular Learning Labs. Visit msichicago.org/education for information on upcoming home school labs. page 8

10 Exploring Science in Communities We re expanding our role in communities through partnerships with schools and organizations that extend science learning beyond the classroom and Museum walls. The Museum partners with schools and community-based organizations to offer young students early, hands-on exposure to science through after-school Science Minors Clubs. Clubs aim to increase interest in science in underserved neighborhoods by engaging students in places where they already spend their time after school. The clubs emphasize informal learning that builds curiosity and encourages teamwork. Our network of over 65 sites in the Chicago area serves over 4,700 students a year. Clubs are organized into four tiers Associates, Partners, Masters and Ambassadors that provide differing levels of support. The tiered approach is designed to give sites the confi dence and skills they need in order to provide science experiences on their own. Participating organizations receive: Science curriculum on topics including physics, renewable energy, engineering, health and more. Training and on-site support. Materials for hands-on activities. A fi eld trip and Family Day that provides access to the Museum for nearly 1,000 people. Learn more at msichicago.org/education/community/science-clubs. page 9

11 Inspiring Teens to Pursue Science Careers The Science Minors and Science Achievers youth development programs allow teens to explore science, discover new interests, develop leadership skills, and prepare for the future. In the Science Minors program, 14- to 17-year-olds attend 10 weeks of science education and training by Museum staff and other scientists and then volunteer to conduct interactive science experiments for Museum guests. Science Minors gain a better understanding of science, a fi rst-hand look at science careers, and public speaking skills. Since 2003, more than 600 Science Minors have contributed over 100,000 hours of service. Science Minors who have completed 50 hours of volunteer service and are at least 16 can become Science Achievers. Science Achievers deepen their work by pursuing more rigorous science topics, preparing for college and careers, mentoring new classes of Science Minors and having the opportunity for paid internships. Science Achievers demonstrate to children and adults that science is fun, hands on and relevant to their lives. They interact with people by conducting science activities at special events both at the Museum and at community events like family science nights and Chicago fairs and festivals. Learn more at msichicago.org/science-minors. page 10

12 Science Storms Science begins with wonder inspired by nature Science Storms, located in Allstate Court, reveals the science behind seven natural phenomena lightning, fi re, tornados, avalanches, tsunamis, sunlight and atoms in motion. Investigate the basic scientifi c principles behind nature s power as you try more than 50 amazing experiments that take two fl oors and 26,000 square feet to contain barely. It s a perfect storm of physics, chemistry and curiosity. Each of the exhibit s interactive experiences complement Illinois and national learning standards in science. Related Programs for Students: Learning Labs: Charge! Electromagnetism at Work, Colorful Chemistry, Moving with Newton, Renewable Energy: Cars of the Future, Simple Machines, Waves: Light and Sound Live Science Experiences: Happy Brr-thday, Atom Party Field trip worksheets Related Programs for Teachers: Get Re-Energized professional development course page 11

13 YOU! The Experience Celebrating everything that makes you YOU More than just a body, you are a complex blend of your choices, your personality, and your environment. Who you are depends on how you care for yourself and enjoy your life. YOU! The Experience, located in Abbott Hall, brings these elements together into an interactive exhibit examining and celebrating the experience of life itself. Each of the more than 50 interactive experiences throughout the exhibit complement Illinois and national learning standards in science. Related Programs for Students: Learning Labs: ER/OR, Evidence Lab, Heart Surgery 101, Live from the Heart, Life Begins Live Science Experiences: MSI Hospital, Dissect an Eye at MSI Field trip worksheets Related Programs for Teachers: All About You professional development course page 12

14 Extending Learning Online The Museum s website at msichicago.org/education helps teachers plan their visit and get their students excited about science with fun activities. Get step-by-step instructions for classroom lessons, learn how to trade distance for force by playing our Simple Machines game, fi nd free fi eld trip resources and worksheets, and much more. Field Trips Plan and reserve a school group visit Teacher Resources Find classroom activities, fi eld trip worksheets and more Online Science Try hands-on activites, and check out our podcasts and videos online science Field Trips Teacher Resources Learning Labs Teacher Workshops Graduate Courses Graduate Courses Enhance science teaching with new graduate-level programs Learning Labs Add a facilitated school group program for hands-on learning Teacher Workshops Apply for teacher education courses page 13

15 Center for the Advancement of Science Education msichicago.org/case web (773) phone Andrea Ingram Vice President, Education and Guest Services Heather Barnes Director of Guest Experiences Chris James Director of Community Initiatives Nicole Kowrach Director of Teaching and Learning Rabiah Mayas, PhD Director of Science and Integrated Strategies

16 Center for the Advancement of Science Education The Museum created the Center for the Advancement of Science Education (CASE) to help realize our vision: to inspire and motivate all children to achieve their full potential in the fields of science, technology, medicine and engineering. CASE programs extend the content of Museum exhibits through strategies that empower teachers, engage the community, and excite students and Museum guests. 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL (773) msichicago.org