Facilitator: | Meagan Alfano |
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Date: | February 13, 2025 |
Time: | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm MTN |
Cost: |
No Charge |
Location: |
Virtual |
Session Code: | 25-NC-301 |
Type: | Webinar |
Focus: | Curriculum Implementation and Pedagogy Science |
Target Audience
Elementary Science teachers, STEM teachers
About this Learning Opportunity
This session will explore how to leverage Alberta’s natural spaces (both urban and rural) to
teach science and technology concepts. Participants will learn how to design and implement
engaging outdoor activities that align with Alberta's new K-6 Science curriculum, including:
In this workshop, you will:
? Learn practical strategies for integrating outdoor learning into your curriculum.
? Explore a variety of outdoor activities aligned with Alberta's new science and
technology standards.
? Discover how to use technology to enhance outdoor learning experiences.
? Learn effective assessment strategies for evaluating student learning in outdoor
settings.
? Network with other educators and share ideas for collaborative outdoor learning
projects.
Whether you're a seasoned outdoor educator or new to the concept, this workshop will provide
you with the tools and inspiration to create engaging and meaningful outdoor learning
experiences for your students.
This session addresses the LQS competencies
- 2. Modeling Commitment to Professional Learning
- 4. Leading a Learning Community
This session addresses the TQS competencies
- 2. Engaging in Career-Long Learning
- 3. Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge
About the Facilitator

Meagan Alfano
Meagan brings a decade of experience with K-9 STEM Education in Alberta, Canada. She is a Google for Education Certified Innovator who uses design thinking to connect curriculum to real world STEM experiences for her students, working primarily with coding platforms, Micro:bit, Makey Makey, 3D Modeling software and robotics.
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