Professional Learning to Help you Transform your science Instruction
From exploration to full implementation, the Einstein Project is here to support you every step of the way.
After the Launch: cHECK-iN
Oct. 9, Dec. 4, Feb. 6 and april 2
6:00-7:00PM (CST)
This time is designed to foster collaboration among educators as we tackle the key challenges faced after teaching initial units. Participants will share their successes and obstacles in implementation, creating a supportive environment for discussion and problem-solving. This interactive session aims to enhance teaching strategies through collective insights and experiences, empowering attendees to refine their approaches and drive student success. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow educators and enrich your practice!
After the Launch: free webinars
November 6 - student sensemaking
Join us for one-hour webinar focused on enhancing student sensemaking through effective navigation strategies. During this session, you will have the opportunity to reflect on how intentional navigation can guide and support students in making sense of complex ideas. We’ll analyze classroom video clips to observe navigation in action, allowing participants to identify key moments where these strategies help facilitate deeper learning. Finally, we will connect these navigation techniques to the core features of high-quality instruction, helping you integrate them seamlessly into your own teaching practices.
January 8 - facilitating fabulous discussions
This engaging one-hour webinar invites educators to broaden their understanding of “student resources” in the OpenSciEd classroom. We will explore the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skills that students bring, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and valuing these unique contributions. Participants will learn to observe and encourage students to articulate their resources, fostering a richer learning environment. Through practical strategies, we’ll discuss how to cultivate a classroom culture that not only acknowledges but actively leverages these resources to enhance scientific understanding and collaboration. Together, we’ll create a more inclusive and dynamic educational experience that empowers every student to thrive.
march 5 - maintaining momentum - finishing strong
Topic to be determined based on previous participant’s input
All webinars will be held live 6:00-7:00PM (CST).
Program Overview
One day introduction to the OpenSciEd Instructional Model
Are you curious about the OpenSciEd curriculum and approach? Experience an anchoring phenomenon routine and learn about the other instructional routines that make OpenSciEd engaging for your students. Explore the program scope and sequence and identify strategies for a successful implementation.
Great for teachers looking to pilot or administrators supporting teachers with implementation.
Curriculum Launch
preparation to teach your first OpenSciEd unit
The OpenSciEd Curriculum Launch is the essential professional learning experience to get you on your way to successfully implementing this curriculum with your students.
Engage in learning as your students would to better understand the cognitive demands of OpenSciEd. Experience many of the hands-on investigations and the minds-on sensemaking opportunities. Analyze classroom videos of students engaging in instructions and teachers reflecting on the shifts. Discover the supports and routines embedded into the program that make OpenSciEd realize the vision of the Framework for K-12 Science Education and the Next Generation Science Standards.
June 16—19, 2025 Green Bay, WI
Unit Deep Dives
Two day exploration of critical Instructional Elements and More Openscied Units
This professional learning supports science teachers in advancing their understanding of the OpenSciEd approach generally while going deep into a specific science unit.
Student Sensemaking
Units 6.2. 6.3, 7.2, 7.4, 8.2, 8.3
Innovative Assessments
Units 6.4, 7.5, 8.5
Universal Design for Learning
Units 6.5, 7.2, 8.4
Making Thinking Visible
Units 6.6, 7.6, 8.6
Unless otherwise noted all sessions are hands-on & in-person at:
Brown County STEM Innovation Center
2019 Technology Way, Green Bay, WI 54311