The Art of Teaching: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists

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Spend a night learning science by using your ears. UW-Madison geoscience professor Stephen Meyers (pictured) uses music and sound to teach his undergraduate students about the scientific concepts that govern the physical universe; at this event, he presents a version of that outside the classroom. Contemporary classical ensemble Mr. Chair facilitates a sonic journey into the earth’s interior. A short reception and panel discussion with leading science educators follows the performance, to help clear up any concepts you didn’t get.

press release: The Art of Teaching: Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists

The Wisconsin Academy invites you to join us for an exploration of innovation in science education. The Art of Teaching will kick off with “The Deep Groove: A Sonic Journey into Earth’s Interior,” a multimedia performance by tadada Scientific Lab featuring UW–Madison geoscience professor Stephen Meyers and live musical ensemble Mr. Chair. The performance will be followed by a short reception and panel discussion with Myers and other leading science educators from Wisconsin, including Alan Attie, Stefan Debbert, and Christine Kelly.

Ticketed performance: 6:00 pm; Free Panel Discussion: 7:30 pm

Registration for “The Deep Groove” performance is $20 for the general public, $15 for Wisconsin Academy members, and free for students with a valid ID. Registration for just the panel discussion is free. Everyone is welcome to visit our James Watrous Gallery at 7:00 pm for a free reception.