The University of British Columbia
Faculty of Education

Science Beyond the Textbook

Looking for new ways to enrich your K-7 science program and make science more exciting, relevant and hands-on? Join the Engaging Science staff at the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Science World or the Vancouver Aquarium for a series of UBC courses that are available for credit or non-credit.

Using resource materials from the Engaging Science program as well as our unique facilities, you will study life, physical, Earth and Space science like never before. With a focus on inquiry based learning, these courses incorporate a variety of resources, instructional styles, activities and experiences that demonstrate that there is a world of science waiting to be explored beyond the textbook! Each course consists of six consecutive Saturday sessions (9am to 4pm with 1 hour for lunch).

Upcoming Dates

Physical Science Beyond the Textbook

at Science World (SCED 422/62A)
Course dates: Saturdays - Jan 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14, 21 - 2009

Life Science Beyond the Textbook

at the Vancouver Aquarium (SCED 421/62A)
Course dates: Saturdays - Mar 28, Apr 4, 18, 25, May 2 and May 9, 2009

Comments from Past Participants

"This course has been fantastic!! Great instructors, inspiring ideas and lots and lots and lots of practical activities that we can implement right away if we want to."

" Hands-on science and place-based are themes I will continue to incorporate (into my practice) for dynamic learning in the class."

" Exceeded [expectations]! Haven't had so much fun, learning and finding practical hands-on strategies. Good mix of relevant, practical and theoretical components."