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2010 California Science Education Conference 
Sacramento Convention Center  • 10/22/2010 - 10/24/2010
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Please Note: Field Courses, Short Courses, Pedagogical Focus Seminars, and the Mini-University are open to full conference registrants only. Partner/spouse/guests may not purchase tickets or attend these events. Registered Partner/spouse/guests are welcome to purchase tickets to attend the Awards Breakfast and Saturday evening event.

Event Details
How to Teach About Major Evolutionary Transitions
Friday, October 22 (01:00PM - 02:00PM)
Location: Sacramento Convention Center
Seating Capacity: 200
Track: Life Science
Emphasis: Pedagogy/I&E
Grade Level: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13+
 
PreserviceNew TeacherMost textbooks focus almost exclusively on microevolution—small changes at the population level. Few explore how we know about the evolution of major groups of organisms and their adaptations. Dr. Padian will focus on the importance of teaching macroevolution and effective strategies for doing so.
Event Presenters
Kevin Padian ( Focus Speakers )
Professor and Curator
UC Berkeley, Museum of Paleontology