The New York State Museum presents teacher workshops that address the new Common Core State Standards. Workshop participants gain access to real-world applications, authentic research, and thoughtful lessons that accelerate an understanding of the natural sciences. Since 2001, our PhD-level researches have provided excellent educational opportunities for teachers. To learn more about research at the Museum, please go to Museum Research.

Teacher workshops at the Museum:
• Address Common Core State Standards;
• Are aligned with New York State Learning Standards;
• Are led by leading science and history research professionals;
• Encourage hands-on and inquiry-based training opportunities;
• Assist teachers in renewing educational material with current content; and
• Provide Professional Development Credits.

Upcoming Workshops:

	Evolution Workshop: Stones, Bones, and Genes May 4, 2013 (Saturday) This one-day workshop (8 contact hours) is designed for high school and middle school science teachers and addresses NY State Learning Standards for teaching evolution. Teachers will learn about current evolutionary theory, recent discoveries, and resources and ideas for effective classroom exercises. more info »
	The DH Cadwell Earth Science Workshop July 8-10, 2013 (Monday-Wednesday) This three-day workshop (24 contact hours), designed by geologists at the State Museum, helps Earth Science teachers improve student test scores by increasing their familiarity with the geologic environment and geologic history of New York State. more info »
	Archaeology for the Classroom! July 23-24, 2013 (Tuesday-Wednesday) This two-day workshop (16 contact hours) is designed for social studies teachers in grades 2-8. Teachers actively participate in the process of archaeology and learn about regional history through classroom lectures, fieldwork, and analysis of material objects in Museum collection areas. This approach addresses the Common Core State Standards. more info »

National Endowment for the Humanities Landmarks of American History: Heaven on Earth: Shakers, Religious Revival, and Social Reform in America July 7-13 or July 14-20 (Sunday through Saturday) This week-long workshop focuses on the nineteenth-century Shaker movement and the communitarian society it produced. A wide range of topics are covered, including health, diet, celibacy, spirituality, gender roles, education, children and material culture. The workshop meets Common Core State Standards and includes several visits to Shaker sites throughout the region. more info »