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Research-based strategies for K-12 science educators

The Smithsonian Institution
Professional Certificate inThe Smithsonian Science Education Center’s The Science of Teaching Science
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What you will learn

  • How to identify student misconceptions and mental models in science.
  • How to develop plans for using the identified student misconceptions and mental models to teach new ideas.
  • How to apply the instructional strategies presented in the videos to planning new instruction.

  • Expert instruction
    4 skill-building courses
  • Self-paced
    Progress at your own speed
  • 1 month
    4 - 5 hours per week
  • Discounted price:$212.40 Original price:$236.00 USD
    For the full program experience

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SmithsonianX's The Smithsonian Science Education Center’s The Science of Teaching Science Professional Certificate

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Amy D'Amico
Amy D'Amico

Division Director of Professional Services

Smithsonian Science Education Center

Experts from The Smithsonian Institution (SmithsonianX) committed to teaching online learning

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Discounted price:$212.40 Original price:$236.00 USD

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