Poster 14: Teach Like a Scientist: Inquiry in Action, Outdoors and Online

Empower students to become real-world scientists, no lab coat required! In this interactive session, you will discover how to design engaging inquiry-based learning experiences that take students beyond the four walls of the classroom and bring learning to life. You'll learn how to create cross-curricular experiences while combining outdoor exploration with simple digital platforms. We will explore how technology can enhance, not replace, real-life investigations, and walk away with strategies that make real-world learning easy, all while meeting your instructional goals. By the end of this session, you will be ready to unlock student engagement as your students observe, question, and investigate, right in your own schoolyard. No matter the device your students use, you will be equipped to innovate with digital applications, while inspiring the next generation of STEM careers to grow, outdoors.