The story of horse evolution is a textbook example of evolution through natural selection. How and why did these animals change over time? Using visual images, 3D-printed fossil horse teeth, and vegetation and climate data, participants will examine the relationship between climate change and morphological evolutionary change in horses. This lesson is suitable for middle and high school students.

Registration is closed.

$50 deposit will be refunded upon completion of the workshop.

You will:

Use museum specimens to see real examples of evolution
Actively participate in a full classroom lesson, as described below
Hear from scientists and experts in their fields
Enjoy a the behind-the scenes tour of the university’s research collections
Share ideas and reflections about student learning and curriculum
Leave with classroom-ready lessons and teaching strategies

You will receive:

Free workshop
Free parking
Materials to keep for use in your classroom
- Participants in the Horse Evolution workshop will receive a complete packet of materials, including a full set of 3D-printed fossil horse teeth.
- Participants in the Climate Change and Flowering Times workshop who prepare a detailed lesson plan will receive a professional plant press.
PDP certificate (Massachusetts requires at least 10 PDPs for any award. If you take both workshops you will earn 10 PDPs. For teachers who participated in workshops with us in February 2022, we can add 5 PDPs per workshop to your existing points.)

Masks are optional. Policies may change in response to changes in Harvard University regulations.