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Welcome to the IU13’s professional learning offerings from the Educational Technology and Teaching and Learning Collaborative teams!

Discover tailored professional learning opportunities, easily filtered by category below or explore our calendar on Frontline for a wide variety of sessions designed to elevate your skills.  

For more information or to initiate collaboration, please contact our Educational Technology team or our Teaching and Learning Collaborative team.

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Exploring the 3-Dimensional Framework Behind the STEELS Standards

Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability

June 9, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of the 3-Dimensional Framework behind the STEELS standards. Discover how this researched approach revolutionizes science, tech & engineering, and environmental education by bringing the curriculum to life. This workshop offers valuable resources to help understand the new standards and how they...
Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of the 3-Dimensional Framework behind the STEELS standards. Discover how this researched approach revolutionizes science, tech & engineering, and environmental education by bringing the curriculum to life. This workshop offers valuable resources to help understand the new standards and how they lead to instructional shifts in the classroom. You'll leave with a clearer understanding of how the standards were developed and how to implement them within your grade level, course, and/or school. Lunch on your own
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Phenomena 2.0 Workshop

Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability

June 10, 2025
8:30 am to 2:30 pm

Ready to see MORE examples of phenomena-based learning in the classroom? This brand new workshop will go through additional strategies and examples of how to incorporate the STEELS standards into your classroom. Examples for elementary, middle, and high school will be shared. Be prepared to be immersed in the classroom...
Ready to see MORE examples of phenomena-based learning in the classroom? This brand new workshop will go through additional strategies and examples of how to incorporate the STEELS standards into your classroom. Examples for elementary, middle, and high school will be shared. Be prepared to be immersed in the classroom examples and walk away with classroom ready strategies! Lunch on your own
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Climate Action and Renewable Energy Teacher Training

Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability

June 17, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

This STEM educator training workshop is STEELS aligned and will focus on Climate Action, Renewable Energy and Environmental Science. MS, HS and Upper ES science teachers and informal STEM educators are encouraged to register. Trainers from CE-Clean Energy. Bright Futures and IU13 will lead attendees through activities designed to assist...
This STEM educator training workshop is STEELS aligned and will focus on Climate Action, Renewable Energy and Environmental Science. MS, HS and Upper ES science teachers and informal STEM educators are encouraged to register. Trainers from CE-Clean Energy. Bright Futures and IU13 will lead attendees through activities designed to assist in STEELS alignment for current and new curriculum. Attendees will receive free resources and curriculum in addition to a robust STEM kit. This event is being hosted and supported by Lancaster Lebanon IU13 This FREE professional development training is made possible by the Arconic Foundation and CE-Clean Energy. Bright Futures. Please Note: Lunch will be provided
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Parks & Pedagogy

Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability

July 10, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Parks & Pedagogy is an outdoor workshop aimed at transforming K-12 STEELS and social studies education in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. We will use the boundless educational potential of local state parks to empower educators in fostering environmental literacy and aligning with the new PA STEELS and PA Social Studies...
Parks & Pedagogy is an outdoor workshop aimed at transforming K-12 STEELS and social studies education in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. We will use the boundless educational potential of local state parks to empower educators in fostering environmental literacy and aligning with the new PA STEELS and PA Social Studies standards. This immersive training will provide participants in watershed education, nature studies, and indigenous history exploration.
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Phenomena 2.0 Workshop

Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability

July 30, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Ready to see MORE examples of phenomena-based learning in the classroom? This brand new workshop will go through additional strategies and examples of how to incorporate the STEELS standards into your classroom. Examples for elementary, middle, and high school will be shared. Be prepared to be immersed in the classroom...
Ready to see MORE examples of phenomena-based learning in the classroom? This brand new workshop will go through additional strategies and examples of how to incorporate the STEELS standards into your classroom. Examples for elementary, middle, and high school will be shared. Be prepared to be immersed in the classroom examples and walk away with classroom ready strategies! Lunch on your own
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Designing Meaningful Assessments for STEELS Classrooms

Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability

July 31, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Welcome to the future of STEELS education, where traditional multiple-choice tests give way to 3-Dimensional assessments, spotlighting science and engineering practices (SEPs) and cross-cutting concepts (CCCs) alongside disciplinary core ideas (DCIs). In this transformative workshop, we'll explore innovative strategies for assessing students' conceptual understanding through real-world, authentic scenarios. Empower your...
Welcome to the future of STEELS education, where traditional multiple-choice tests give way to 3-Dimensional assessments, spotlighting science and engineering practices (SEPs) and cross-cutting concepts (CCCs) alongside disciplinary core ideas (DCIs). In this transformative workshop, we'll explore innovative strategies for assessing students' conceptual understanding through real-world, authentic scenarios. Empower your students to apply their knowledge in meaningful ways, preparing them for the complexities of the real world. Lunch on your own
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