Becky Schnekser Keynote and Speaking Engagements
Becky enjoys spreading joy, excitement, and enthusiasm for science, education, and innovation in the world of education. She is a nationally recognized keynote speaker and has spoken at numerous conferences and facilitated professional development for teachers and students on topics ranging from field expeditions, following your passions, STEM education and opportunities for educators and students, effective and innovative teaching strategies, and professional development workshops. Becky is available as a conference presenter, professional development facilitator, and keynote engagements below, or even a custom topic for your specific event.
Keynote Speaking Topics for Educator Audiences
Motivational
- Empowering Learners through Exploration
- Educators in the Field
- Rethinking Professional Development
Instructional Practices
- Outdoor Education
- Place-Based Learning
- Field Science with students
- Creating Experiences, not lesson plans
Becky can also work with you to customize or build a topic of your choosing as a keynote, panelist, or facilitator
Keynote Speaking Topics for Student Audiences
Motivational
- Science is for YOU
- The Amazon, Galapagos, Iceland, and Antarctica: Tales from the field
- "No" is not the end
Professional Development Topic Examples
- Nature Journaling
- STEM/STEAM challenges, integration, creating your own experiences
- Outdoor Education
- Place Based Education
- Field and Expedition Science
- Photography and Videography in the classroom
- LEGOgraphy (photography and storytelling with lego mini figures)
- Building Experiences, not lesson plans
Nationally Recognized Presentations
- Virginia Association of Science Teachers (VAST)
- National Association of Environmental Education (NAEE)
- Teach Better Conference
- GEO-Tech
- Copenhaver Institute
- MADPD (Make a Difference Professional Development)
- SoapBoxScience
- Science Teachers Association of New York (STANYS) Eastern Chapter Conference