Relativity: The physics and math behind Einstein’s theory

SU2232 –  (High School) Relativity: The physics and math behind Einstein’s theory

When: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on Monday, June 27 – Wednesday, June 29 via Zoom. (3 days)

Who should attend: High School age Gifted Learners

Topics of workshop: Einstein’s Relativity for Gifted Learners, time dilation and length contraction, relativity and black holes,

Cost: $80

About the instructor: Dr. Hei-Chi Chan.

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Math Challenge: Cool math for middle school students

SU2231 – Math Challenge: Cool math for middle school students

When: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on Monday, June 20 and Tuesday, June 21 via Zoom. (2 days)

Who should attend: Talented middle school students who are interested in advanced mathematical problems.

Topics of workshop: Fibonacci numbers, a taste of calculus and the art of estimation.

Cost: $50

Session requirements: No books are required. Learning materials will be provided by the instructor. A digital badge will be received for all participants who complete.

LGBT History for Educators

Winter Workshop Opportunity

Join Professors Holly Kent and Jason Pierceson from the University of Illinois – Springfield as they discuss the history and evolution of LGBT law and how this fits into teaching and learning.

Who should attend: Teachers, administrators, and school board members.

When:  January 10, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  via Zoom. Log in links and pre-reading course materials will be sent prior to the session.