·TEACHER WORKSHOPS

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, in partnership with Hamline University, offers a variety of professional development workshops for teachers looking to further their understanding of the natural world.  Upon completion of each course, students will earn one semester credit through Hamline University’s Center for Global and Environmental Education. 

For more information about these workshops or to register, please call Hamline University at 651-523-3000 or visit their website of the Center for Global Environmental Education at www.cgee.hamline.edu
(Click on Graduate Education, then Continuing Studies)

 

BATS:  CREATURES OF THE NIGHT
Bats are the keystone species of the ecosystem in which they live.  Learn the historical relationships between bats and cultures of the world.  Dispel common myths about these creatures of the night as you explore a variety of practical classroom activities.  Gain familiarity with conservation efforts worldwide, and meet the resident bats of Como Park Zoo and Conservatory.

Target Audience:  Teachers K – 12
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
June 18, 19, 20
8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Code:  SCED 6018-51279

 

RICHES OF THE RAIN FOREST
With Como Park Zoo and Conservatory’s lush new Tropical Encounters exhibit as our backdrop, learn about the riches of the rain forest during this interactive class. We’ll explore exhibits and meet tropical animals up close, discover intricate connections between the plants, animals and people of the rain forest and learn about sustainable practices. You will leave this class with ideas and activities designed to teach your students about this vital ecosystem and how it can be sustained.

Target Audience: Teachers K – 12
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
July 16, 17, 18
8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Code: SCED 6139-51250

 

TURTLES OF THE WORLD
Explore a variety of turtle habitats, reproduction and nesting behaviors, as well as conservation efforts both locally and world wide!  Learn about general turtle anatomy inside and out.  Discover the unique difference between these fascinating creatures and go behind the scenes of the Como Zoo to meet many turtles, a resident turtle keeper and researchers.  We will also be exploring interdisciplinary curriculum ideas.
 
Target Audience:  Teachers K – 12
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
August 6, 7, 8
8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Code: SCED 6019-51251

 

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