Teacher professional development (PD)
Asynchronous courses
Get high-quality teacher professional development on your schedule. Available anytime, Science from Scientists (SciSci) offers asynchronous course options to earn clock-hour certificates for Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) and Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs), the core components of A Framework for K-12 Science Education, NGSS, and other state science standards.
Looking for in-person or customized workshops? Check out our Teacher PD workshop options.
Our teacher PD asynchronous course features include:
Created by real STEM role models
Our educators have degrees in STEM and/or STEM industry experience.
Skill development
Teachers gain effective skills and knowledge for teaching science and engineering.
Eligible clock hours
Earn 6 professional development clock hours to fulfill teaching license requirements.
Flexible availability
With an online course, you have the option to take the course whenever you have time in your schedule.
Virtual courses
Virtual workshops provide flexibility to complete wherever you are located.
Instant certificates
Access to your certificate is available immediately upon completion.
Virtual asynchronous courses
Get the flexibility you need to deepen understanding, confidence, and know-how to facilitate the latest practices for teaching science and engineering.
Exploring SEPs and CCCs with SciSci*
This online course is available to educators in all states. Engage with Science and Engineering Practices and Crosscutting Concepts, the core components of A Framework for K-12 Science Education, NGSS, and other state science standards. This online course explores how teaching these practices and concepts transforms science teaching and learning.
*SEPs and CCCs are components of NGSS.
- Who this is for: K–12 teachers, curriculum specialists, and school leaders
- Duration: 6 clock hours; certificate provided upon completion
- Delivery: Self-paced online course
- Pricing: $89 per person* for 6 clock hours
* Contact us for discounts for groups
Gain Confidence and Expertise Implementing the latest Minnesota Science Standards
This online course, designed specifically for Minnesota educators, allows teachers to dig into the Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) and Crosscutting Concepts (CCCs)—the core components of A Framework for K-12 Science Education, NGSS, and Minnesota's science standards. Participants will learn how these concepts transform science teaching and learning.
- Who this is for: K–12 teachers, curriculum specialists, and school leaders
- Duration: 6 clock hours; certificate provided upon completion
- Delivery: Self-paced online course
- Pricing: $89 per person* for 6 clock hours
* Contact us for discounts for groups
