Registration is now open for the Nebraska Math and Science Summer Institutes (NMSSI). This summer we are offering 14 courses designed with K-12 math and science teachers in mind, using either an asynchronous online format ("on demand" style), a synchronous web conferencing format ("live" on Zoom), or in person.
The goal of NMSSI is to offer teachers of math and science intellectually rich graduate coursework that will enhance their ability to offer their students challenging courses and curricula. NMSSI courses are designed with teachers' schedules in mind.
This year's course catalog includes the following offerings for science teachers:
NRES 422/822 - Laboratory Earth: Earth's Changing Systems
Fundamental concepts related to understanding Earth's changing natural systems in the past, present, and the future. The cycling of matter and energy; the relationship between human activity and environmental change; and the consequence of these relationships.
- Audience: 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
- Class #: 1602
- Location and dates: online (asynchronous), June 8-July 10 (5 weeks)
This hands-on workshop introduces K-12 teachers to AI literacy fundamentals and practical classroom applications. You'll explore how AI works, its educational implications, and ways to integrate AI tools meaningfully into your teaching. Through interactive sessions and collaborative activities, you'll develop strategies to help students become informed, critical users of AI while addressing ethical considerations. No prior AI experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to learn!
- Audience: K 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
- Class #: 5135
- Location and dates: in person, July 6-17 (M-F), 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. daily (Week 1 asynchronous, Week 2 in person)