Oysters aren’t just slimy critters in shells…they are ambassadors engaging elementary students in three dimensional learning. Join NOAA in an exploration of the Eastern Oyster through core ideas, science and engineering practices, and cross cutting concepts. The development of the Oysters in the Chesapeake Bay learning sequence will be discussed. NOAA will dive into individual lessons from this sequence for students in grades K-5. Registration is required to obtain a link to the broadcast.

Contact Hours of Professional Development

Individuals attending the complete live broadcast will receive a formal certificate from NOAA Planet Stewards and NESTA (National Earth Science Teachers Association) indicating their participation in 1.5 contact hours of professional development.

Following each webinar, NESTA will host a live online discussion where you can share ideas with your colleagues about content, pedagogy, or teaching resources. Contribute to the conversation by making at least two posts to the discussion, and receive an additional certificate for 1 contact hour of professional development.