Short Courses

Our free, web-based, “anytime, anywhere” short courses can help educators and other life-long learners to gain deeper content knowledge on a variety of topics, and detail how to conduct a variety of science inquiry lessons. Content is presented by teachers, scientists and science educators. Current courses include An Introduction to Genes and Inherited Traits, Environmental Health: Indoor Air Pollution, Introduction to Force and Motion, and Physical Science of Water. A certificate is available upon completion of each workshop.

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An Introduction to Genes and Inherited Traits
Course
Explore background information about genes and physical characteristics of offspring to help when introducing students to heredity and inheritable traits. (3 contact hours)
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Environmental Health: Indoor Air Pollution
Short Course
The respiratory system is exposed to all substances in the air, from inhaled gases to various particles. Learn how indoor air-borne contaminants end up in the lungs and body. (6 contact hours)
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Introduction to Force and Motion
Short Course
Discover a way to introduce force and motion to your students by examining the science of rocketry. (3 contact hours)
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Physical Science of Water
Short Course
Learn about the chemical structure of water, its special physical properties and behaviors, and what makes it the most important compound on Earth. (3 contact hours)
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