Evolutionary biology is a central, unifying concept in biology, yet teaching and researching evolution can be challenging. This two-day workshop seeks to create a network of evolutionary biologists, including faculty members and researchers, from the MENA region. 

Keynote speakers include prominent evolutionary biologists, experts in the teaching of evolution, and scholars of the culture and history of the study of evolution in the MENA region. Through seminars and panel discussions, participants will increase their understanding of cultural competence, share their own successful approaches to teaching evolution, and provide feedback on course components that have been less engaging or successful.

What you will get out of the workshop:

• Lesson plans/class materials that others find successful 

• Tools and perspectives for dealing with cultural challenges surrounding evolutionary biology

• An opportunity to develop or improve, with peer feedback, aspects of your own evolution course

•  A stronger network of evolutionary biologists in the MENA region