Montana Science Summer Institute 2021

School Services of Montana and the MSU Science Math Resource Center are hosting the annual science professional learning event designed for Montana K-12 teachers. This three-day virtual conference provides high quality professional learning focused on the advancement of science, STEM, and technology integration in Montana and surrounding states. Flexible Schedule & Renewal Units – Join all three days or pick and choose from the schedule. Earn up to 16 OPI Renewal Units! Renewal units will be provided per session for any that you attend. To earn renewal units, you will complete a brief evaluation or reflection form. Join the whole conference or pick and choose which sessions to attend! A range of learning opportunities will support you with ideas and resources to boost your instruction in STEM. Highlights include: keynote presentations, panel discussions, breakout session choices, lunch & learn sessions, and a special event!

Visit the event website for the schedule and other information. Registration is now open.

ENROLLMENT OPENS June 20, 2021 – STREAM: Mathematical Practices K-8 (July 11 – August 1, 2021)

During this three week module, you will acquire strategies for embedding the Mathematical Practices into everyday instruction and for incorporating modeling and other STEM-focused activities into lessons and activities. Specific goals and activities include the following:

  • Recognize the eight Mathematical Practices and how to incorporate them into lessons and activities.
  • Analyze videos of exemplary teaching and identify Mathematical Practices in use.
  • Revise existing lessons to engage students in specific Mathematical Practices.

Created by STREAM project

15 Renewal Units

Enrollment opens – June 20, 2021

Course runs – July 11 – August 1, 2021

How to Enroll: Visit STREAM: Mathematical Practices (K-8) on the Teacher Learning Hub

ENROLLMENT OPENS Aug. 22, 2021 – STREAM: Mathematical Practices K-8 (Sept. 12 – Oct. 3, 2021)

During this course, you will acquire strategies for embedding the Mathematical Practices into everyday instruction and for incorporating STEM-focused activities into lessons and activities. Specific goals include:

  • Recognize the 8 Mathematical Practices and how to incorporate them into lessons.
  • Analyze videos of exemplary teaching and identify Mathematical Practices in use.
  • Revise existing lessons to engage students in specific Mathematical Practices.

Created by STREAM project and revised by Becky Berg, Billings Elementary.

15 Renewal Units

Enrollment opens – August 22, 2021

Course runs – September 12 – October 3, 2021

How to Enroll: Visit STREAM: Mathematical Practices (K-8) on the Teacher Learning Hub