Professional Development
Kohl Children’s Museum’s professional development program is designed for teachers, caregivers, parents, and other adults who interact with children ages birth through 8. These are offered both at your site or at the Museum.
Each workshop topic is aligned with Common Core State Standards, Illinois Early Learning & Development Standards and NAEYC Early Learning Standards. Kohl Children’s Museum training are approved by Gateways to Opportunity.
Below is a list of our upcoming trainings for educators. All sessions provide CPDUs and Gateways hours upon request. We are now offering both online and in-person trainings at $20 per participant.
Upcoming Trainings
Tools We Use – Webinar
Thursday, June 9, 10 AM – Noon
Join us on Zoom as we explore the various tools that can enhance scientific exploration and investigation with our young students.
Click to Register for June 9 Webinar
Sparking Curiosity Through Scientific Play
Thursday, July 21, 10 AM – Noon
Join us at the Kohl Children’s Museum for this in-person training. We will focus on bringing playful practices to science learning, and include hands-on experiences for attendees.
Click to Register for July 21 Training
Designing Successful Science Centers – Webinar
Thursday, August 11, 10 AM – Noon
Our education team will introduce key components of an engaging science area for classrooms with centers, and explore methods of increasing discovery.
Click to Register for August 11 Webinar
Additional training topics can be customized to meet your program’s needs.
Reservations
- Contact the Kohl Children’s Museum Education Department at (847) 832‑6871 for fees and further information regarding Professional Development Training Topics or to customize one of your own.
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Grant Opportunities
Reservations
Contact the Kohl Children’s Museum Education Department at (847) 832‑6873 for fees and further information regarding Professional Development Training Topics or to customize one of your own.