In-Service Training for Science Teachers

Upon completion of this training, the participant:
- Has acquired comprehensive knowledge of the current state of geology in Estonia and is able to apply this knowledge in science lessons, introducing students to local geological processes and the use of natural resources.
- Is able to assess scientific sources and teach students how to distinguish reliable information found online, using practical guides and tools based on research and materials from the "EVIDENCE" project.
- Has developed skills in teaching climate awareness, using interactive learning activities such as role-playing and discussions on the impact of climate change on the economy and society.
- Has gained practical skills in introducing geology and natural resources to students through various educational workshops, presenting minerals, rocks, and their connections to everyday products.
- Has been introduced to the educational programs and materials of the Estonian Museum of Natural History, which help implement interactive and engaging learning tools in geology education, such as fossil games and other educational activities.

Alvar Soesoo - PhD, visiting lecturer (University of Tartu)
Tiina Vahtra - Teacher (Estonian Museum of Natural History)
Martin Liira - PhD, Researcher (University of Tartu)
Karin Truuver - Phd, Curator (Estonian Museum of Natural History)
Sirle Liivamägi - Senior Geologist (Geological Survey of Estonia)
Birgit Viru - Lecturer in geography didactics
Marie Johanna Univer - Junior researcher in science education
Aileen Umal - Geotechnology Master's Student (TalTech)
Jakob Valdma - Earth systems, climate and technologies curriculum student (TalTech)
Henri Olavi Suomalainen - Mineral resources and applied geology specialist (TalTech)

Topic	Credit	Lectors
1. The current status of Estonian phosphorite research	1
2. Geological studies of the bottom of the Baltic Sea (mapping, manganese concretions on the seabed, studies of seabed sediments and more)	1	Martin Liira
3. Geology of Iceland and trawl around Greenland	1	Alvar Soesoo
4. Practical workshops: - Information trust tool - Climate awareness workshop - Rocks, minerals - Minerals, superstars. Where does the fork come from? - Geological backpack - Why don't underground tunnels collapse? - The Estonian Natural History Museum does geology	2	Tiina Vahtra, Karin Truuver, Birgit Viru, Marie Johanna Univer, Aileen Umal, Jakob Valdma, Henri Olavi Suomalainen, Sirle Liivamägi

The training is free of charge for participants. Prior registration is required.

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Studies and teaching takes place in appropriate classrooms, which have the required teaching equipment and meet the health and safety requirements.

Participation in both lectures and practical workshops throughout the entire continuing education day.

non-differentiated (pass, fail, not present)

Participation on lectures and workshops

Activ participation on selected workshops

Certificate of completion

Registration options:
1. Using the provided training link
2. Through the Juhan platform
3. By filling out the required information on-site on the day of the event

27.02.2025

Kairi Põldsaar, kairi.poldsaar@ut.ee, +372 +372 58330832