FOURIER TRAINING SERVICES CATALOG
by Fourier Education
FOURIER EXPERT TRAINING Mission And Goals Fourier is a worldwide leader in science education for students of all ages (ages primary school to 12th grade) and their teachers. With the goal of transforming science education worldwide, Fourier offers comprehensive training modules for both teachers and students. For teachers, Fourier offers training in all aspects and levels of the einstein™ platform, professional development, and expert training for each age group and subject. To complement our basic training, we offer long-term product implementation supplemented with books, digital products and extensive teaching materials. For students, Fourier offers in-class lessons that are engaging, fun, and delivers the highest level of learning. Students are immediately excited about the science class and always ask for more.
MODULE 1 Teacher Training – Getting Started This module is for teachers and schools that have just received the einstein™Tablet+ or einstein™LabMate+ and would like to learn how to operate and implement the new technology in their science classes.
Topic
Hours
Remarks
What is a computerized science lab?
1
Introduction to computerized science lab from an educational point of view
Get to know your einstein™Tablet and LabMate
3
Basic operation of the platform
5
Understanding and operating MiLAB – einstein™ data logger application
6
Performing basic experiments using external sensors
5
Implementing the einstein™ platform in the classroom. Learning new teaching methods
Getting to know Activity Maker
5
How do I built an activity with our unique Activity Maker
Total and Cost
25 hours On-Site Training
$2,500
How to collect data with MiLab – Android, iOS, or Windows-PC How to use external einstein™ sensors
Classroom integration
MODULE 2 Teacher Training – Teaching Science With einstein™ Once we understand how the einstein™ platform works, we are ready to put it into the “real world” of our classroom. This training module is focused on performing and analyzing science experiments using the einstein™ platform. The experiments used in this training are tailored to match the school curriculum with new ideas for experiments to enhance the experience of hands-on science. We offer this module in two versions: A. Middle school/High school training and B. Primary school training.
MODULE 2B PRIMARY SCHOOL
MODULE 2A MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL
Topic
Hours
Remarks
6
Practical integration of einstein™ platform to match school curriculum
6
Comprehensive understanding and application of Fourier’s sensors
Guided project
8
Teachers will create their own activity and lessons under the guidance of our instructor
Total and Cost
20 hours On-Site Tr a i n i n g
$2,000
Topic
Hours
Remarks
6
Practical integration of the einstein™ platform with your school’s curriculum
6
How to design and customize activities using our new cutting edge tool
Guided project
8
Teachers will create their own lesson plans and activities under the guidance of our instructor
Total and Cost
20 hours On-Site Tr a i n i n g
$2,000
Examples of experiments with einstein™, based on your school’s science curriculum Making sense of sensors: in depth experience and application of sensors
Examples of experiments with einstein™, based on your school’s science curriculum Using the einstein™ Activity Maker to design new activities (einstein™World)
MODULE 3 einstein™ Teacher Training – Advanced Application In this challenging and in depth module, teachers will learn how to use the einstein™ platform for real-life, complex projects that involve the creative use of many sensors and advanced analytical methods. Teachers will learn how to guide their students in designing science projects and fusing the einstein™ platform with the 21st century pedagogy.
Topic
Hours
Remarks
6
Using the einstein™ platform in interdisciplinary projects that involve a wide array of sensors and diverse methods of analysis. For example: monitoring of pollution, simulation of the biosphere, etc.
MAKERS: Build and Measure
6
Using everyday materials to build machines and tools and then measure their performance using the einstein™ platform
Guided project
8
Teacher’s practical activity
Total and Cost
20 hours On-Site Training
$2,000
einstein™ meets PBL (Project-Based Learning)
MODULE 4 Student In-Classroom Integration Implementation and full integration in your classroom. You purchased a kit; we help you use it in the classroom.
Topic
Hours
Remarks
einstein™ at your service!
1
Introduction to einstein™ products
1
Students perform simple experiments and experience the scope and potential of the platform
2
Hands-on science with more intriguing experiments that involve advanced analysis
Think like einstein™: student projects
6
Students design and execute their own experiments and present them to the class
Total and Cost
10 hours On-Site Tr a i n i n g
$1,500
My first experiments with einstein™
Diving into the rabbit hole: more exciting experiments!
MODULE 5 Ongoing School Integration And Guidance Ongoing attention and cultivation is the key for successful integration, for both teachers and students. In order to obtain maximal yield from our products, we offer counseling and assistance throughout the year. Whether to tackle technical issues, help with pedagogical integration or offer inspiration and new ideas – we are here for you!
Topic
Hours
Remarks
2
Meeting dedicated to answering questions, offering new ideas and ongoing guidance
2
One of our consultants will deliver a science lesson using the einstein™ platform. This can be done once or twice a year to demonstrate the capabilities of our products
Fourier assessment of in-class use
2
Our trainer will watch a science class based on the einstein™ platform and provide extensive feedback
Online support (Phone, Skype, e-mail etc.)
According to support package
From Sunday to Thursday
Teachers Q&A
Demonstrations in class
ADDITIONAL SERVICES Hourly fee for expert teacher-training
$150/hour
Hourly fee for trainer
$95/hour
Additional training equipment is provided for all training modules whenever necessary. For best results with teacher-training, we recommend a class size of not more than 15 teachers. Indicated prices are excluding travel expenses Training@fourierEDU.com +972-3-901-4849 - Ext. 223