You&rsquo;ve Asked, We&rsquo;ve Listened! In this workshop, educators will explore how geometry and mathematical patterns are embedded in the biomechanics of living systems. Using the Biomechanics: The Machine Inside exhibition as a case study, participants will examine lines of symmetry, shape, proportion, and structure as tools for understanding movement, adaptation, and survival in the natural world.
Designed with middle school learners in mind, this experience highlights how geometric concepts, especially lines of symmetry, can be observed, discussed, and extended across grade levels from PreK through 12th grade. Educators will engage in observation-based strategies that mirror student experiences and consider how museum spaces can support math instruction through real-world, data-rich phenomena.

The Machine Inside: Biomechanics

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Seeing Math in Nature: Geometry and Symmetry inside Biomechanics

Registation is free to all participants!

The Field Museum is excited to support teachers and classrooms through our professional development programs.&nbsp; Educators who participate in our programs deepen their understanding of museum content through Field Museum research and resources.&nbsp; Our professional development programs are available for teachers of pre-K through high school.

Educator Virtual Professional Development Series

Join us as we continue our Virtual Professional Development Series!

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Monday, February 16

Educator Virtual Professional Development Series

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Join us as we continue our Virtual Professional Development Series!

Upcoming Events

Monday, February 16