Science in the Kitchen: Exploring the Nature of Science – Workshop 2: Yeast in action

Investigate the biology of yeast through hands-on experiments exploring cellular respiration, fermentation,  osmotic regulation and homeostasis.
Cost
$285 per workshop
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Hagar Lis brings an interdisciplinary perspective to science education, with a PhD in biogeochemistry and over a decade of dedication to teaching and learning. Her journey into science education began ten years ago, igniting a passion for making science accessible, engaging, and thought-provoking. Hagar specializes in bringing science to life through hands-on activities that encourage critical thinking and delve into the nature of science. Her workshops are designed to enrich teaching practices, offering practical tools that are adaptable to diverse classroom settings. With extensive experience in teacher development, Hagar inspires educators to foster curiosity, deepen understanding, and promote critical inquiry, creating meaningful connections between scientific concepts and the real world.  
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Part of a series of immersive workshops based on the theme “Science in the Kitchen’, combining exploration, observation, and discussion to bring Nature of Science concepts to life.

Harnesses the power of baker’s yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae as a dynamic model organism for inquiry based learning in the classroom.

Highlights:

  • Investigate the biology of yeast through hands-on experiments exploring cellular respiration, fermentation,  osmotic regulation and homeostasis.

Takeaways:

  • Strategies for designing inquiry-based lessons that emphasize hypothesis testing, experimental design, and data analysis.
  • Adaptable experimental setups that support diverse student needs while fostering critical thinking and scientific curiosity.

OTHER WORKSHOPS in the ‘Kitchen Science Series’

Workshop 1: How the Cookie Crumbles 

Workshop 3: Preserving Science: The Chemistry of Jam

Science in the Kitchen: Exploring the Nature of Science – Workshop 2: Yeast in action

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we are a team of scientists and science communicators
WE DO FIELD WORK THAT IS ACCESSIBLE TO ANYONE ​

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Some of the things we talk about
2025 After Dark aquaculture asteroids astronomy bees biodiversity biosecurity birds bugs bush citizen science climate change Conservation earthquakes Ecology fossils freshwater freshwater ecology geography geology intelligence international security kaitiakitanga Kapiti Macroinvertebrates marine life marine pests identificaiton Mars Matariki Moana Moon Native Plant Restoration nature Navigation NCEA oceans Papa Taiao Earthcare Paua rocks space Underwater drone upcoming Wairarapa water quality

We grew up outside, connected with the nature and believe that our kids should go outside too.

Here, at Field-based STEM, we are all working as a big team. Tap into our collective expertise.  

"Unlike scientific community programmes that are expensive and require lots of investment, field work is done by individuals and is accessible to anyone. The skills gained during field work open up a huge area for everyone undertaking it."

Tony Jones, Founder Tweet