‘The Universe is made of stories’: Science Educator’s workshop

Encouraging science literacy in students is a vital, if sometimes challenging job for teachers. The genre of Science fiction offers a creative, stimulating and fun way to engage with science. Science literacy is, of course, more complex than just being up to date with the latest issue of Nature. Reading science fiction can encourage an interest in current scientific knowledge, an understanding of the ‘what if’ approach so central to scientific development, as well as a critical awareness of the importance of creativity in scientific work.

This workshop offers teachers hands-on experience of using science fiction to engage students with science. Through group based discussion and activities, we will explore some of the myriad ways you can use science fiction in the classroom. A challenging and fun experience, the workshop should leave you full of inspiration, ideas and resources to take back to your teaching.

Workshop details

Workshop Convener: Julie Czerneda (Canada)
Date: Saturday 6th June 2009: 9.30am – 12.30pm

Places are limited. Interested parties should contact info@conjecture2009.org to reserve a place.