Curiosity & Learning Conference 2022

43 Hawes Street,Brookline MA 02446

19 November, 2022

Description

participatingAn un-conference of hands-on experiences to explore materials and ideas in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math)Interested in exploring how to support children's curiosity about STEAM and leveraging that curiosity for learning—and having some fun yourself? The Curiosity and Learning conference at BU Wheelock is back as an in-person experience after a three-year hiatus. Inspired by the education philosophy of David and Frances Hawkins, the Curiosity and Learning Conference offers enriching professional development to educators, from schools at all grade levels, museums, and family child care providers. This event provides an opportunity to practice many ways to nurture curiosity and wonder in ourselves and our students. Enjoy hands-on stations to experiment with provocations and materials. You’ll also have a chance to engage informally with BU Wheelock faculty and community colleagues. Parking and Certificates of Attendance available. Learn more and view a list of participating community organizations. Questions? Please contact BU Math faculty, Ale Salinas at [email protected]. Keynote: “What is Curiosity For? An Early Childhood Educator’s Reflection” Yvonne Liu-Constant 劉奕欣, PhD Practitioner Specialist, Pedagogy of Play, Project Zero, Harvard Graduate School of Education, Early Childhood Education Faculty, Lesley University, Founder of Mathful Play