Summer Teacher Programs

Teacher Workshop Credit Options

The Saint Louis Zoo is pleased to announce that graduate credit options are available through four local universities for summer teacher workshops. Participants can register for the workshop by paying the Zoo lab fee. Participants can enroll for graduate credit from Lindenwood University, Maryville University, University of Missouri-St. Louis or Webster University by paying the associated tuition fee (reduced). Please contact Jim Jordan at (314) 646-4561 to receive more details about credit options.

This summer, teacher workshops are available for one or two credit hours, depending on workshop duration and out-of-class requirements. We hope you find workshops that meet your professional development needs and that you can participate in more than one.

Certified Interpretive Guide Workshop

For interpreters and educators of all ages

"Ideally, interpretation makes the apparently commonplace into something special. With time and patience the mulberry leaf becomes a silk gown." This four day training certifies you by the National Association of Interpretation in personal Interpretation techniques. Interpretative techniques in both a cultural institution setting and collections as well as natural environment/nature center will be addressed. The certification process is optional. This workshop is part of the Master Naturalist Program.

Workshop Highlights:

• Hands-on approach to learning interpretive techniques
• How people learn in informal settings
• Making connections between the visitor, site and institutional mission
• Developing and delivering thematic interpretations in a variety of contexts
• Tips and tricks to personalize your interpretive approach for diverse audiences
• Opportunity to share and learn from others in the field

Limited to 20 participants

Instructors: Jim Jordan, Curator of Education and Certified Interpretive Trainer
Fee: $120 Zoo lab fee; two-hour graduate credit offered through various universities (see credit option description above).

Code	Date	Day	Time
T609CI	June 9-10, 12-13 June 11	M, Tu, Th, F W	8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. & 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Interdisciplinary Topics: Connecting the Zoo To You

For teachers of K - 6th grade

The Saint Louis Zoo is a great place to enhance your science curriculum, but what about other subject areas? This workshop will give you background information about the Zoo, and materials you can use in all subject areas. It will also help you develop materials for use in your own classroom. We'll discuss current learning theory (differentiation of instruction, grouping strategies, assessment, and inquiry), Missouri Grade Level Expectations and the National Science Education Standards, and how you can incorporate these into your trips to the Zoo. Bring good walking shoes because we'll be spending a portion of each day on Zoo grounds.

Workshop Highlights:

• Background information on a variety of topics including art, botany, mathematics, geography, and conservation
• Lesson plans and hands-on activities for immediate use in the classroom
• Materials to aid in the implementation of inquiry projects
• Zoo tours and presentations by Zoo staff
• Content related to Missouri Curriculum Frameworks and Grade Level Expectations:

Science I A,B; II A,B,C; VII A-E; VIII A,B
Communication Arts I,II,III
Math I-VII
Social Studies III,IV
Fine Arts IV

Limited to 20 participants

Instructors: Jim Jordan, Curator of Education and Sharon Kassing, Teacher Programs
Fee: $110 Zoo lab fee; two-hour graduate credit offered through various universities (see credit option description).

Code	Date	Day	Time
T617IN	June 17-20	Tu-F	8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Animal Adaptations and Behavior

For teachers of 2nd - 8th grade

This workshop introduces you to a myriad of ways animals survive and thrive in our diverse world. Classroom activities, discussions and Zoo tours will provide content knowledge as well as hands-on, minds-on ways to bring the amazing animal world to life for your students. You will receive lesson plans of activities you can implement back in the classroom. This workshop is taught in cooperation with the Missouri Department of Conservation.

Workshop Highlights:

• Background information provided in a hands-on learning context
• Activities that illustrate animal adaptations for use in your classroom
• Content directly related to Missouri Science Grade Level Expectations :

Grades K - 4: VIIA2, VIIB3, VIIC2, VIID2, VIIE1& 2, VIIIA1, 4, 5 & 6, VIIIB2
Grades 5 - 8: VIIA3, VIIC2, VIIE1, 2, & 3, VIIIA4, VIIIB1 & 2

Limited to 25 participants

Instructors: Jim Jordan, Curator of Education and Dick Turner, Education Consultant, Missouri Department of Conservation
Fee: $50 Zoo lab fee; one-hour graduate credit offered through various universities (see credit option description above)

Code	Date	Day	Time
T624AD	June 24 June 25 June 26	Tu W Th	8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 8:30 a.m.-12 noon & 6:30-8:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m.-12 noon