CU AT THE MINE! TEACHER'S ACADEMY
Cu at the Mine! is a five-day professional development academy for teachers focused on enhancing Arizona's middle and high school science curricula with mining and minerals-related content.
Participants will engage in field trips and learn from industry professionals what mining and economic geology careers are really like, and why they provide exceptional paths for students after high school.
The academy offers teachers the opportunity to connect with fellow educators and gain valuable classroom resources to help make science fun for both teachers and students!
Hands-On Learning
Throughout the program, participants will have the opportunity to experience and develop lessons that align with Arizona Science Standards, participate in engaging field trips to local mines and mining businesses, and network with fellow educators and experts in the fields of mining and geosciences.
This initiative is focused on empowering teachers to effectively incorporate mining-related content into their instructional plans, enriching the educational experience for their students. It's a fantastic way to blend real-world applications with science education!
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Connect skills learned in the classroom with high-demand careers.
Meet with professors and professionals in geoscience, hydrology, mine safety, environmental science, geotechnical engineering, mining engineering, mineral processing, and more. Gain hands-on mining education that will enable you to connect your students to lucrative future careers.
Event Information
Speakers
Workshop sessions are led by industry professionals, university professors, and experienced educators to help you network and build connections to your classroom.
Lessons
Specialized lesson plans help you introduce your students to math and science concepts related to mining. From exploring percentages in ore formation to building environmental reclamation models, Cu at the Mine! connects mining to the classroom in accordance with AZ Science Standards.
Resources
Workshop leaders and past participants are curating free, grab-n-go resources to answer your burning questions and to help you develop and expand your classroom content.
