PK-12 Teacher Professional Learning

Educator Professional Development led by the WPI STEM Education Center with teachers seated around tables in a classroom, collaborating on a workshop activity with sticky notes, worksheets, while presenter stands holding a card.

Empowering Educators, Elevating STEM

Our STEM Professional Learning offers unique blend of expertise, relevance, and flexibility

Expert Facilitators: led by experienced WPI faculty and master K-12 STEM educators who bring real-world classroom insight and cutting-edge research together

Best Practices: the latest in education research and classroom-tested strategies to engage students in deep and meaningful learning

Standards Alignment: meticulously designed to align with national and state STEM education standards, ensuring relevant and impactful learning outcomes

Cooperative Learning: interactive, hands-on learning experiences, fostering an environment where educators can collaborate, share insights, and apply new strategies immediately

CONTACT
STEM Education Center at WPI
Worcester, MA 01609-2280
Location: 157 West Street
Phone: 508-831-6278

Professional Learning for Individual Teachers or Groups of Educators

Complete your student teaching semester in a local school partnered with an expert mentor

Schools & Organizations

For system-wide impact, coordinate PL for a team of educators at your school or organization to collectively engage your students in STEM for improved learning.

Fill out the inquiry form or contact Donna Taylor at dltaylor@wpi.edu.

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Teachers

For educators looking to advance their skills and knowledge with evidence-based pedagogy, sign up for a Professional Learning session that meets your interest and needs.

Graduate extensions and Masters Program are available! 

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Individual Consultations or Small Group Coaching

Sometimes, a conversation or small coaching session is more appropriate than a formal PL session. We are happy to listen to what you need to see if we can help!

Fill out the inquiry form or contact Donna Taylor at dltaylor@wpi.edu.

Professional Learning for Teams of Educators at a School or Organization

A simple 3-step process to tailor and facilitate an engaging, hands-on professional learning sessions (virtually, in-person, or blended), ensuring lasting impact on your educators:

1) Initial Inquiry - start with our inquiry form to share your school's unique STEM professional learning needs 

2) Proposal Meeting - A free, no-obligation conversation (Zoom or phone) will inform the next step

3) Customized Proposal - We will craft a proposal outlining a comprehensive PD plan, tailored specifically to address your identified objectives and budget.

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Build Your Custom PD Package

Mix and match from our à la carte menu of professional development topics to create a program tailored to your school's unique needs and goals.

 

Combine topics in any configuration to fit your context!

OpenSciEd Training for K-12 Educators, Coaches and Administrators

OpenSciEd Launch and support sessions are encouraged for sustainable change,

  • Understanding the Storyline Model
  • OSE Storyline Routines
  • OSE Unit Planning
  • Supporting the OSE Classroom Culture
  • Sensemaking in the OSE classroom
  • Student Discussions
  • OSE Assessment System

Note: We are certified OpenSciEd providers for Elementary, Middle School and High School

Unpacking the STEM Framework
  • Core Ideas Progression
  • Understanding the 3-Dimensions of the Framework
  • Unpacking the 8 NGSS Science Practices
Engineering Design and PBL
  • Understanding Engineering Design
  • Seeds of STEM: Our PK/K STEM Curriculum
  • I am STEM:  Solving Problems in Storybooks
  • Engineering is Elementary (EiE) Training for Teachers
  • Math Project and Problem Based Learning
  • Problem Based Learning:  Authentic, Real World and Relevant
  • STEM/STEAM projects 
Science, Technology and Engineering Curriculum Development
  • Scope and Sequence and Unit Development for Elementary Science
  • Scope and Sequence and Unit Development for Middle School Science
Online Teaching Tools and Strategies
  • Introduction to Online Teaching and Learning:  Engage, Enhance, Extend
  • Advanced Online Teaching and Learning: Integrating Problem Solving Remotely
Equitable Strategies for an Inclusive STEM Classroom
  • Asset Based Collaborative Teamwork in the STEM Classroom
  • Supporting Equity, Access and Diversity in STEM
Coding and Computational Thinking
  • Coding and Computational Thinking for PK-1
  • Coding and Computational Thinking for Grades 2-5
High Quality Assessment Strategies
  • Keys to Quality Classroom Assessment
  • Developing Standards Aligned Learning Targets
  • Developing High Quality Performance Assessment Rubrics
The Storyline Model of Teaching and Learning Science
  • Understanding the Storyline Model
  • The Process of Doing Science

 

 

Pricing & Investment

We offer flexible pricing tailored to your school or organization's unique needs, ensuring high-quality STEM professional development is both impactful and accessible. Contact us for a personalized quote* and to discuss how we can align with your budget and educational goals.

One-Time Engagement Series of Professional Learning Sessions

For a focused, impactful session:

$2750

  • Includes 1-8 hours of custom professional development.
  • Perfect for targeted workshops or introductory training.
  • Ideal for immediate and specific learning objectives.

 

Invest in sustained growth with our multi-session packages:

$1750 for 1-4 hours/session

$2750 for 5-8 hours/session

  • Discounts available for commitments of 5 or more sessions.
  • Fosters deeper skill integration and lasting change.
  • Builds continuous improvement across your faculty.

*We are dedicated to fostering educational excellence in our community. Inquire about special pricing and collaboration opportunities for Worcester Public Schools and Partner Districts.

 

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