Every year, the Museum provides almost 200,000 hours of science and social studies education for Texas students.
The Blair Center for Professional Development
Texas Center for Inquiry
Texas Center for Inquiry 2017 Brochure - PDF (Teaching Science: Secondary CLOSED)
The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History is the home of the Texas Center for Inquiry. The institute provides educators with in-depth experiences in science inquiry through institutes, workshops, forums and follow-up coaching. The Center’s mission is to help curriculum specialist, teacher leaders and educators incorporate science inquiry into their curricula in ways consistent with the Next Generation Science Standards and the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. For additional information: contact school services at 817.255.9416 or email cbarthelemy@fwmsh.org.
21st Century Learning Academy
Thank you for your interest in the 21st Century Learning Academy for educators. If you have any questions, please send an email to Laura Leckman at outreach@fwmsh.org.
Grades K - 2 (FULL, please contact outreach@fwmsh.org to be put on a waiting list)
21st Century Learning Academy Flyer 2017 - PDF
Educator Registration Form 2017 - PDF
Grades 3 - 8 (FULL, please contact outreach@fwmsh.org to be put on a waiting list)
21st Century Learning Academy Flyer 2017 - PDF
Educator Registration Form 2017 - PDF
The 21st Century Learning Academy will provide educators with in-depth experiences on integrating STEM education into their classroom. The pedagogy, practices and implementation strategies taught will enhance professional practice and help build educators’ understanding of how STEM based instruction can benefit student learning. Participants will lead teams of STEM Camp for Kids students through the engineering design process while they create specific projects.
Summer Educator Workshops
From Seed to Tree How Can That Be?
Do you use inquiry and energy transformations to teach photosynthesis? The equations mean nothing without understanding why light is important (light energy) and how gases are involved in producing a huge tree from a small seed (chemical energy). Join us for 3 days of engaging ways to teach the complex interactions using CER, ADI and Inquiry. Appropriate for teachers and facilitators of grades 5-9, but all are welcome. CPE credit available. Learn more and register here.
Black Holes, Dark Matter, GPS and PEE
Are your students curious about black holes and dark matter and are they prepared for jobs in the Quantum Revolution? Some estimate that over a third of our economy is based on quantum physics concepts, yet few have a chance to understand why quantum is important and relevant. Join us if you would like to increase your own understanding of modern physics, learn how to teach quantum or just want to see how students respond to these concepts. This unique workshop is only $350 and includes some equipment to take back to your classroom. Learn more and register here.
STEM Camp for Kids
Thank you for your interest in STEM Camp for Kids! If you have any questions, please send an email to Laura Leckman at outreach@fwmsh.org.
Grades K - 2 (Registration for this camp is FULL and CLOSED.)
STEM Camp for Kids Flyer 2017 - PDF
STEM Camp for Kids Registration Form 2017 - PDF
Grades 3 - 8 (Registration for this camp is FULL and CLOSED.)
STEM Camp for Kids Flyer 2017 - PDF
STEM Camp for Kids Registration Form 2017 - PDF
Participants will use the engineering design process to create a project that meets a need, solves a problem or create a product. During the three-day camp, teams of students will work with 21st Century Learning Academy educators to complete their project. STEM content and practice will be modeled and each team will use the engineering design process as a template for their work.
Quantum Mysteries Camp
This unique camp is designed for secondary students who are curious and want to learn more about black holes, dark matter, relativity, particle physics, bubble chambers and other quantum phenomena. Students attending the camp will be selecting four topics they want to learn about. There are nearly 20 topics to choose from and the topics vary in math background requirements. The $10 registration fee includes a light lunch and t-shirt. Learn more and register here.
Professional Development Services
The School Services staff of the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History offers contract professional development services to districts or individual campuses. Call our staff and we will help you plan a customized program on your campus or here at the museum for your staff.
School Services: 817.255.9416
