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MDE April 2021 Science Update

by , posted on 1:10 PM, April 6, 2021
The April edition of the Science Update from MDE Science Specialist John Olson is now available.
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News

  • Flexibility for science out-of-field permissions
  • MCA Item writing
  • Return to the classroom guidance

Teacher Events and Workshops

  • Online webinars and discussions
  • Several upcoming online workshops, including NSTA, and Climate Education
  • Earth Science Professional Development for 6th grade teachers
  • Summer Workshops, including science pedagogy and outdoor instruction

Teacher and Schools Awards and Opportunities

  • Chemistry grant

School Programs and Resources

  • Role model videos and resources
  • Design and energy competitions
  • Several virtual instruction resources

Student Programs and Competitions

  • Student institutes and workshops, including stipends

You can view a copy of the Update here. A pdf version of the Update is available here. Feel free to share it with your colleagues. Frequent announcements of opportunities are posted on the MnSTA Facebook page and Twitter feed @mnsta1. Thank you.

 

John Olson, Science Content Specialist
Minnesota Department of Education
MDE Science Page: https://education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/stds/sci/ 
John.c.olson@state.mn.us @johnCasperOlson