Teacher Workshops

NPS Photo/ A. Grismer

Teacher Workshops

Throughout the year, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area offers unique learning opportunities for educators by hosting workshops. The park has a crew of subject matter experts who will help teachers dive deep into topics surrounding park resources. Educators will gain the knowledge and tools necessary to bring meaningful, place-based lessons and activities to their classrooms.

 

NPS Photo/ J. McDonnell

Phenology Professional Development

In this cross-curriculuar professional development educators will learn how to introduce phenology in their classroom and how to contribute to a citizen science project. Educators will learn how scientists collect data concerning the warming climate's impacts on the ecosystem.

• Learn about plants commonly found in the area and practice identification
• Explore how plants emerging from dormancy is impacting the ecosystem
• Learn how to participate in a global citizen science project
• Discuss how this project can address standards in a variety of subjects
• Meet and learn from fellow educators

 

If you are interested in bringing teacher workshop opportunities to your school, please email us.

 

These workshops are developed in partnership with Pocono Environmental Education Center.