Reel Science with Before the Flood

Come join us for our upcoming Reel Science presentation hosted by the NYCDOE STEM Department and the Paley Center for Media. In this workshop designed especially for NYCDOE science teachers at all levels, Paley Center educators will moderate a discussion using the National Geographic film on climate change, Before the Flood, to demonstrate best practices for using film and other media to enhance science curriculum content, and will additionally discuss methods for using film as a tool for teaching critical thinking and viewing skills. Participants will be encouraged to direct the discussion by picking and talking about clips that connect to their science, math, or engineering curriculum. Programs from the Paley Center archive may also be screened and compared to the film. Participants who choose to will receive copy of the DVD prior to the event. All participants are expected to view the film prior to the workshop.