Master Naturalist instructor training

Event information

Date

Friday, November 8, 2024

Add to Calendar 2024-11-08 09:30:00 2024-11-08 17:00:00 Master Naturalist instructor training Are you ready to become a Minnesota Master Naturalist Instructor?With this two-phase training, you will join a cohort of skilled, experienced environmental educators in delivering our 40-hour biome courses to motivated, engaged adult learners across the state. Textbooks and other materials are provided; you can customize course delivery based on your location and expertise.SessionsFriday, Nov. 8, 2024Bagley Outdoor Classroom, University of Minnesota DuluthIntroduction to the general formats, methods, resources and expectations for delivering MN Master Naturalist courses. We will go outdoors for a sample demonstration class. Lunch is provided, please specify dietary limitations during registration. Homework between sessions includes making a concrete plan with your colleagues and supervisors for when and how a Minnesota Master Naturalist course can be offered in your setting.Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, onlineWe will review course ideas and plans. We will expand on the resources and support provided by the state program for your course and procedures for proposing a course to our online registration system. A brief review of best practices for adult education and volunteer engagement rounds out the day.Full attendance at both sessions is required.Learn more about becoming a Minnesota Master Naturalist Instructor. Bagley Outdoor Classroom, University of Minnesota Duluth Bagley Outdoor Classroom, University of Minnesota Duluth Bagley Outdoor Classroom, University of Minnesota Duluth America/Chicago public

Time

9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Central time

Location

Bagley Outdoor Classroom, University of Minnesota Duluth
623 Oakland Circle
Duluth, MN 55811

Contact

Andrea Lorek Strauss, astrauss@umn.edu
Amy Rager, rager001@umn.edu

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Are you ready to become a Minnesota Master Naturalist Instructor?

With this two-phase training, you will join a cohort of skilled, experienced environmental educators in delivering our 40-hour biome courses to motivated, engaged adult learners across the state.

Textbooks and other materials are provided; you can customize course delivery based on your location and expertise.

Sessions

Friday, Nov. 8, 2024

Bagley Outdoor Classroom, University of Minnesota Duluth

Introduction to the general formats, methods, resources and expectations for delivering MN Master Naturalist courses. We will go outdoors for a sample demonstration class. Lunch is provided, please specify dietary limitations during registration. Homework between sessions includes making a concrete plan with your colleagues and supervisors for when and how a Minnesota Master Naturalist course can be offered in your setting.

Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, online

We will review course ideas and plans. We will expand on the resources and support provided by the state program for your course and procedures for proposing a course to our online registration system. A brief review of best practices for adult education and volunteer engagement rounds out the day.

Full attendance at both sessions is required.

Learn more about becoming a Minnesota Master Naturalist Instructor.

Audience

Staff of environmental centers, nature centers, environmental organizations, State parks, wildlife refuges, and nature preserves

Cost

$75

Registration

MN Master Naturalist Instructors are expected to have a relevant degree or equivalent experience as a professional naturalist and must be affiliated with a nature center, park, or other sponsoring organization or agency. Prospective instructors must either:

Submit a letter of support from their organization stating that they support you in this role and will contribute resources (appropriate instructional space, teaching materials, administrative assistance, etc.) to support training.
Or complete the Freelance Instructor Application.

Email your letter or application to astrauss@umn.edu before October 25, 2024.

Accommodations

University of Minnesota Extension is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services and activities. To request accommodations for persons with disabilities, reach out to the event contact two weeks before the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.

Language

This offering is delivered in English. Interpreter services may be available with an advance request.