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Programs

Educator Evenings

Exhibition openings with curator introductions and relevant resources.

English Language Learner Earth Science Initiative

Science and cultural programs for English Language Learner teachers, students, and families.

Graduate and Undergraduate Courses

Courses offered in partnership with NYC universities and colleges.

Online Courses and Workshops

Online graduate courses for educators in the life, earth, and physical sciences.

Professional Development Workshops

Day, evening, and weekend programs designed to support in-school curriculum goals.

Summer Programs

Multi-day institutes offer in-depth content knowledge in science and social studies.

The Science and Nature Program

Classes for young children and their parents about the wonder of science and nature.

TRUST: Life Science Institute 2009

Open to K-12 educators working towards certification in life sciences.

Offerings

CAREGIVER AND CHILD CLASSES

More about
NATURE FOR KIDS AND CAREGIVERS
or SCIENCE FOR KIDS AND CAREGIVERS

Curriculum Topic Study:
New York City Geology

This six-session course is offered for After-School Professional Development Credit (P-credit) for middle and high school teachers through the NYC DOE from 3/5/11 to 5/7/11.

Evaluation of Darwin Temporary Exhibition Educators' Professional Development Program

Over 350 educators participated in a professional development event in February, 2006

Exploring Climate Change

An online and on-site 3-week course for NYC area secondary science teachers

Museum Resources For Teaching Science

Lehman College - Spring 2012

Research

Research about the teaching and learning of science at AMNH.

Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure

Dive into the world of prehistoric reptiles.

Seminars on Science Evolution Course Independent Evaluation

Conducted by Inverness Research, this 2008 assessment presents a sample of survey responses

TRUST: Earth and Space Science Institute
July 30-August 10, 2012

Open to K-12 educators working towards certification in earth and space sciences.

Using Museum Resources to Teach Evolution

Three-day course designed to help middle and high school educators focus on what adults and students should know about the topic of biological evolution.

Water Professional Development Institute for Educators Program Evaluation

In February 2008, the Museum offered a three-day professional development Institute

Exhibitions

Creatures of Light

Welcome to the world of bioluminescence - the generation of light by living things.

GOLD

Civilization's most sought-after mineral, an enduring icon of wealth, beauty, and power.

Resources

GOLD

From gleaming nuggets and rare gold crystals to ancient coins and the luxury items of the "Gilded Age," learn more about this enduring icon of wealth, beauty, and power.

GOLD Books for Adults

Experience the California Gold Rush. Examine gold in its pure and refined forms. And find out how gold has shaped civilizations throughout history.

Be an Exhibition Explorer in GOLD

Can you tell how much gold is in a natural specimen just by looking at it? And how does a region's access to gold shape how it is used? Test your investigation skills while you visit the GOLD exhibit.

What's This? Gold

Can you tell the difference between an Emmy award and an Olympic medal? Test your knowledge of gold-plated objects. Then find out more about gold!

All That Glitters (Science World)

Did you know that all of the mined gold in the world could easily fit inside your school's gym? Find out what it takes to turn this precious metal into trophies and jewelry.

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