Professional
Development
EPI offers a range of field-based professional development programs for educators: trainings in the NGSS, Teacher Workshops, and its flagship program, the EPI Teacher Fellowship. Participants can earn credit from the University of Hamline or the University of Montana. A small pool of scholarship funds are available for financial aid. Learn more and apply here.
Trainings aligned with the NGSS
Colorado
Tuition
$1,895
Dates
July 29 - Aug 4, 2023
Duration
7 Days
PD Hours
40 Hours
Colorado Educator Course
The Colorado Rockies are a fascinating place to investigate the effects of human impacts on our environment. On this Professional Development Program, you’ll explore the phenomena of an alpine ecosystem as you contribute to ongoing research projects, collaborate with fellow educators, and brush up on 3D learning techniques.
Yellowstone
Tuition
$2,195
Dates
August 5-12, 2023
Duration
8 Days
PD Hours
40 Hours
Yellowstone Educator Course
With rugged mountain vistas, steaming thermal features, and iconic species like bison and wolves, Yellowstone National Park is truly an ecological wonder. Collect data alongside park researchers and discover how to construct curriculum anchored in natural phenomena and compelling NGSS storylines.
Belize
Tuition
$3,095
Dates
2024 dates in Aug
Duration
8 Days
PD Hours
40 Hours
Belize Educator Course
Belize presents an incredible opportunity to study fragile ecosystems and astonishing phenomena in a country at the crossroads of environmental change and preservation. Conduct research in the Maya Mountains and explore the phenomena of the Belize Barrier Reef as you create new, original lessons focused on student inquiry.
Galapagos Islands
Tuition
$3,995
Dates
2023 course full
Duration
10 Days
PD Hours
48 Hours
Galapagos Educator Course
With an abundance of uniquely adapted species, The Galapagos Islands are an ideal natural laboratory to inspire new teaching methods. With our exclusive partnership with the Ecuadorian nonprofit ECOS, you'll work with some of the world's most incredible wildlife, including the Galapagos giant tortoise.
Educator Workshops
Teacher Workshops
EPI Teacher Fellowships
Baja, Mexico
Tuition
$1,695
Dates
February 15 - 19, 2024
Duration
5 Days
PD Hours
20
Baja Educator Workshop
A breathtaking experience with marine life. You'll travel to Baja, the world's aquarium, to study whale sharks, conduct surveys on microplastics, and develop curriculum that will that will kindle your students' passion for science.
EPI Teacher Fellowships
Teacher Workshops
EPI Teacher Fellowships
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EPI Teacher Fellowships
Learn Outside the Classroom
The Teacher Fellowship is EPI's flagship professional development program. Offered at multiple field sites during the spring and summer, the program provides training in progressive field-based science education, grants unique opportunities to work with wildlife, and connects participants to a growing network of educators. The application period opens July 1st and closes September 1st, annually.
Seeking
Phenomena
If you're looking for phenomena to help spark student interest in science - the Galapagos Islands are full of examples.
From the obvious characters like tortoises and finches to the minute players like seeds and microplastics- let Ecology Project International help you and your students develop the skills and vocabulary needed to reach an understanding of some of the world's biggest questions.
