Welcome to Modeling Teachers International!Modeling Teachers International (MTI) is an international science-teaching organization and affiliate of the American Modeling Teachers Association (AMTA). Our mission is to create and implement programs that support science teachers across the globe. Specifically, MTI provides training and support for model-based approaches to science instruction, including the Modeling Method of Instruction pioneered by David Hestenes (1987).
Unfamiliar with the Modeling Method of Instruction? Click here for a brief video introduction. Why a new organization? Scientific literacy is an international concern, but the name "American" in AMTA gives the impression that AMTA's efforts are confined to America. Not so! We serve teachers all over the world. The word "International" in MTI reflects our international mission. Click "About Us" in the upper-right corner to get to know the members of the MTI Executive Board!
Models and Analogies Workshop at the University of Latvia (Spring 2026)The whole workshop was just amazing. I loved all the demonstrations, types of models, and connecting of dots at the end of experiments. I also loved the way of Prof. Mark explained everything in detail, including what we should focus on. I will definitely implement the modeling method next semester for my students. -Latvian faculty participant
This March, Professor Lattery traveled to beautiful Riga, Latvia to give four days of presentations at the University of Latvia. His visit included a two-day workshop entitled, "Scientific Models and Analogies for the Science Classroom: An Introduction to the Modeling Method of Instruction," co-sponsored by Modeling Teachers Interational, the University of Latvia, and the University of Wisconsin. During the workshop, participants explored such basic questions such as: What is a scientific model? What does scientific modeling look like in the science classroom? and How can a focus on models and modeling improve learning? Thank you to all our Latvian participants!
Interested in organizing a similar workshop in your region? Contact us at the email below. Featured science education links, articles, and videos
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Modeling Teachers International (MTI) is an international science-teaching organization and affiliate of the American Modeling Teachers Association (AMTA). Our mission is to create and implement programs that support science teachers across the globe. Specifically, MTI provides training and support for model-based approaches to science instruction, including the Modeling Method of Instruction pioneered by David Hestenes (1987).
The whole workshop was just amazing. I loved all the demonstrations, types of models, and connecting of dots at the end of experiments. I also loved the way of Prof. Mark explained everything in detail, including what we should focus on. I will definitely implement the modeling method next semester for my students. -Latvian faculty participant