Summer 2009 Institutes

Each of these institutes encompasses 30 hours of professional development, and includes lunch, parking, additional materials, and a one-year membership to Science House: A Resource Center for Educators at no charge. Participation is limited to 25 people per institute. Participants may select either stipend or graduate credit. Costs for these institutes are generously supported by the State of Minnesota.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SUMMER INSTITUTES

 

MUSE Summer Institutes for School Teams and Individuals
MUSE in Minnesota: Materials and Understanding for STEM Education is a statewide initiative funded by the Minnesota State Legislature to improve STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) teaching and learning.

• MUSE Elementary School Teacher Institute
  June 15-19, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
  Application closed.
• MUSE Elementary School Teacher Institute
  July 13-17, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
  Application closed.
• MUSE Middle School Teacher Institute
  July 20-24, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
  Application closed.
• MUSE High School Teacher Institute
  July 27-31, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
  Application closed.
• MUSE/Winona State University Elementary Teacher Institute
  August 3-7, 2009 in Rochester
  Application closed.

MUSE Summer Institutes for Schools and Districts: Scholarship Opportunities
Would you like an institute for only your building or district staff, customized for your context? Schools and districts that have not previously worked with us are invited to apply for a scholarship for an institute for your staff held on the following dates:

• MUSE District Institute
  June 22-26, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
  Application closed.
• MUSE Elementary School Institute
  August 24-28, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
  Application closed.

Additional Institutes - Closed Registration

• Bloomington STEM Pioneers Institute
  June 15-19, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
• TRIBES II (Teaching Relevant Inquiry Based Environmental Science), Year 3
  July 6-10 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
  July 13-17 in Bemidji
• Glacier Hills Elementary School Institute, District 196, Year 2
  August 3-7, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
• MUSE Institute for Bemidji State University Faculty August 10-14, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota
• Cedar Park Elementary School Institute, District 196, Year 3
  August 17-21, 2009 at the Science Museum of Minnesota and Cedar Park Elementary School

2008-2009 MnSTA Teachers Conferences for Teachers of Grades 6-12 at the Science Museum of Minnesota

To register and for more information, please visit the Minnesota Science Teachers Association's website.

Biology & Life Science Teachers Conference
Friday, Dec. 12, 2008
Download a printable flyer here.
REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED.

Chemistry & Physics Teachers Conference
Friday, Feb. 20, 2009
Download a printable flyer here.
REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED.

Physical Science Teachers Conference (MnTOPS)
Friday, April 24, 2009
Download a printable flyer and registration form here.

MUSE in Minnesota: Opportunities for K-12 Teachers

If you and a team of teachers from your publicly funded school or district are interested in working together on examining and improving your teaching practice with respect to:

• 8th grade algebra readiness and science and math integration
• cultural competence, diverse student populations, and the achievement gap
• formative assessment and student learning

MUSE in Minnesota may be an excellent program for you. MUSE in Minnesota was funded to serve the needs of Greater Minnesota teachers and students and provides increased access to the Science Museum of Minnesota. Learn more about MUSE in Minnesota