The Wildlife Conservation Society Professional Development Team is offering multiple free professional development specifically for informal educators! This is a great opportunity to connect with others in our network and gain fresh ideas for our different audiences:

WCS is offering free, three-hour online PDs as part of their new Global 2 Local: Informal Educators series, with sessions at different times to accommodate informal educators around the world:

·       Tools and Technology in Conservation explores real-world case studies and how scientists use tools like GPS tracking, camera traps, and data modeling to protect wildlife and ecosystems (online March 3 or March 5).

·       Teaching for Impact: Strengthening Conservation Programming focuses on strategies to enhance your programs and inspire audiences to understand, care about, and act for the natural world (online June 9 or June 11).

WCS is also hosting a free, in-person, two-day PD series at the Bronx Zoo exclusively for informal educators: STEM It Up! This hands-on program takes place on Wednesday, March 11 and March 18 and brings together educators from across the NY area to explore real-world conservation with WCS scientists. You’ll engage with topics like sustainability, climate change, and genetics, and leave with ready-to-use STEM activities for your audiences.

Capacity for these programs is extremely limited so sign up as soon as you can to secure your spot!