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Non-Mate Affiliated WorkshopsOcean Exploration Teacher Professional Development WorkshopNOAA's Office of Ocean Exploration and Research professional development offerings are exceptional opportunities for teachers and other educators to engage in learning more about ocean exploration. Opportunities focus on how educators can use the mathematics, science, and technology associated with exploring the oceans in their classrooms to help increase awareness and understanding of the ocean world. These offerings are designed to introduce educators to premiere ocean scientists/explorers and their research and explorations, and at the same time, provide exemplary tools and resources to engage students in ocean exploration by bringing the classroom closer to the ocean than it has ever been before. Because science teaching methods are rapidly changing, technology plays a central role in these offerings and will help educators teach about the oceans in new and exciting ways. Through these professional development opportunities, educators will discover new tools and resources and learn how to effectively use them in the teaching of state and national standards. Website: http://www.oceanexplorer.noaa.gov/edu/development/development.html
FMSA Teacher Workshop Series 09-10This year, we are offering a series of exciting and insightful lectures, workshops and field excursions to support our community of teachers and connect them with the national marine sanctuaries. Workshop presentations, activities, and content are geared for middle and high school science teachers; however, all teachers and educators are welcome. LiMPETS Introduction to Sandy Beach Monitoring - Saturday, October 24th, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM - Sanctuary Office and Crissy Field Beach, San Francisco Get involved in this exciting science education program for students. Participants receive a Monitoring Handbook and are trained to survey the distribution and abundance of the Pacific mole crab (Emerita analoga) at one of many monitoring sites along the coast. LiMPETS Introduction to Rocky Intertidal Monitoring - Saturday, November 14th, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM - Point Montara Lighthouse and Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, San Mateo County Learn to participate in this in-depth science education program for students. Participants receive a Monitoring Handbook, learn to correctly identify algae and invertebrates, and practice the monitoring methods used in the field. Getting to the Bottom of Bay Area Food Webs: A Plethora of Plankton - Saturday, February 20th, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM - Sanctuary Office and Pier House, San Francisco Most life in our coastal waters is microscopic - yet these tiny and diverse plankton are anything but insignificant. Join Lindsay Sullivan, plankton biologist, Romberg Tiburon Center (SFSU) for an eye-opening lecture followed by hands-on plankton collection, observation and ID. Our Shifting Coastline & Local GeeWiz Geology - Saturday, May 1st, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM - Mavericks Lodge and San Mateo Coast, San Mateo County Geology shapes the fantastic (and sometimes hazardous) features of our coast. Join Irina Kogan, geologist, Gulf of the Farallones NMS, for a lecture and field trip to visit some unique, geewiz geologic features along the San Mateo Coast. TO REGISTER: Register online (http://www.farallones.org/emailforms/workshop_registration.htm) -OR- Download a registration form (pdf 1.7 MB). COST: Free. $25 stipend for 6th-12th grade teachers CREDIT: Continuing Education Units available through Dominican University of CA. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Amy Dean at (415) 561-6625 x 303, adean@farallones.org Website: http://www.farallones.org/emailforms/workshop_registration.htm Email: adean@farallones.org Workshop Flyer(s): Seminars on Science - courses for Fall and SpringFor those of you looking for a professional development or graduate course this year, registration is open for 2009 – 2010 sessions of Seminars on Science from the American Museum of Natural History. Seminars on Science is in full swing for the upcoming academic year with eleven courses on the roster. Everything you might want to know about the program (including free resources, syllabi and info on how to sign up for graduate credit) can be found at our website: http://learn.amnh.org The courses are fully online and can be taken for up to 4 graduate credits each. Courses are six weeks long and are co-taught by an experienced classroom teacher and a research scientist. Courses include: Evolution; Earth: Inside and Out; The Ocean System; The Solar System, Genetics, Genomics, Genethics; The Link Between Dinosaurs and Birds, Space, Time and Motion, and others - including our newest course, Water: Environmental Science. Registration for Fall session 2 closes October 5th. Sign up by September 21st for a $50 discount! Let us know if you have any questions—we’re happy to talk about the program or the courses. Email seminfo@amnh.org or call: 800-649-6715 Website: http://www.amnh.org/learn/ Email: seminfo@amnh.org Professional Development Opportunities from MARE (A Saturday workshop series)The MARE program at the Lawrence Hall of Science, University of California, Berkeley, invites you to join us for these new professional development opportunities. This workshop series addresses inquiry-based science pedagogy and the strategic integration of science and literacy, while addressing key ocean science concepts that appear in the California science standards. Participants will develop skills to help their school and district improve overall science curriculum and instruction; and will become aware of the national effort to improve Ocean Literacy. The series is intended for teachers, science resource teachers, curriculum leaders, professional developers, and school administrators. Each workshop costs $15 per participant and includes instructional materials and entrance to the museum and exhibits. Continuing Education Units are available. If you are interested in doing a workshop for the entire staff, please call for a reduced group rate and alternative scheduling. • The learning cycle and how we teach—Explores how people learn best and how to develop lessons that reflect a variety of learning styles. Saturday, November 14th, 2009, 9:00 AM–12:30 PM • Implementing open–ended inquiry in the classroom—Reviews the essential features of inquiry and how it is reflected in the science standards and the educational advantage of student-driven learning. Also addresses how inquiry experiences can be tailored for the classroom. Saturday, January 16th, 2010, 9:00AM–12:30 PM • Questioning strategies—Questioning is a powerful teaching strategy, opening doors at every stage of the learning experience. We will focus on question categories and how they are sequenced, and analyze approaches teachers can take when responding to questions. Saturday, February 13th, 2010, 9:00AM–12:30 PM • Meaning-making through academic discourse in the science classroom—This session offers teachers practical strategies to build students’ conceptual understanding and use of academic language by engaging them in discussions. Saturday, March 13th, 2010, 9:00AM–12:30 PM The series is intended for 3rd–8th grade teachers, science resource teachers, curriculum / professional developers, and school administrators. If you are interested in doing a workshop for your entire staff, please call for a reduced group rate and alternative scheduling. Each workshop costs $15 per participant. Thanks to grant funding, stipends ($50) are available for applicants from with 50% or more underserved students (see application). Continuing Education Units are also available. Each workshop includes morning coffee, instructional materials and entrance to the museum and exhibits. To apply or receive more details, please contact: Sarah Pedemonte at 510–642–5008 or spedemonte@berkeley.edu Website: http://www.lawrencehallofscience.org/mare/ Email: spedemonte@berkeley.edu
Workshop Flyer(s): High School/College Summer Marine Science FieldDo you know high school or college students interested in marine science? Do you want to help them make personal connections to marine research scientists and college professors? MANTA is a non-profit organization that offers unique marine science education programs to high school and college students. Students live aboard a large catamaran sailboat in the British Virgin Islands while being immersed in marine science, receiving their PADI scuba diving certification, and learning to sail. MANTA's research scientists and instructors teach in a flippers on style, and the syllabus includes lectures and labs on several aspects of marine science based on the Ocean Literacy principles and concepts, as well as active participation in publishable marine research. The summer 2010 programs are scheduled and open for enrollment. Only 10 students can join each program, so don't delay in encouraging your students to take advantage of this incredible educational opportunity! A description of the content and itinerary of these courses is provided in the attached files. Please visit www.manta-online.org for additional information, including trip details and the online application. The college program requires registration through the Center for International Education of the College of Charleston. Website: http://www.manta-online.org Workshop Flyer(s): NOAA Ocean Exploration Teacher Professional Development WorkshopHosted by Audubon Aquarium of the Americas New Orleans, Louisiana From bioluminescent corals to deep vent worms, from tropical underwater volcanoes to the Arctic Ocean floor, we know more about the moon than our ocean. Bring the excitement of current ocean science discoveries to your students using the Learning Ocean Science through Ocean Exploration curriculum, CD, and the Ocean Explorer Web site (http://oceanexplorer.noaa.gov) from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of Ocean Exploration and Research (OER). Join NOAA Ocean Exploration Education facilitator, Dr. Beth Day-Miller, as you do inquiry- and standards-based activities tied directly to ocean expeditions. Activities written and tested by scientists and educators enable your students to model ocean science exploration in your classroom. Use these lessons in biology, earth, physical and marine science courses to connect your students to the excitement of NOAA Ocean Exploration as they travel from the Galapagos Rift to the Arctic Ocean, from Alaskan and New England seamounts to those in the Hawaiian Islands. Registration is required and space is limited. This is the first of a two-part workshop series. The second will be held in spring 2010. Educators who attend both full-day workshops will receive a $100 stipend. Each participant will receive the curriculum book, CD, materials related to activities presented during the workshop, a NOAA Ocean Exploration Certificate of Participation, a continental breakfast, and lunch. To register: Contact Tricia LeBlanc at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas Phone: (504) 378-2675 e-mail: tleblanc@AudubonInstitute.org Website: http://oceanexplorer.noaa.gov/edu/development/onsite_development.html Email: tleblanc@AudubonInstitute.org
Workshop Flyer(s): Marine Education WorkshopNewfound Harbor Marine Institute at Seacamp (NHMI) is located on Big Pine Key, in the Lower Florida Keys, 120 miles southwest of Miami via US 1. Our facility is accessible by air with airports located in Key West. This Marine Education Workshop will offer the opportunity to study a variety of subjects. Unique sub-tropical program sites within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary include: Soft and Hard corals, Mangrove Islands, Sponge and Sea grass Beds, Goniolithon Shoals and Labs, and the Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary. All educators, naturalists and others (over 21 years of age) with an interest in the marine environment are invited! COST: $300.00/PERSON Registration includes three nights lodging, eight meals (Saturday breakfast through Monday lunch), lectures, field trips and snorkel gear. If you are interested, please contact Chuck Brand at: 305-951-7430. Email address – info@nhmi.org Website – www.nhmi.org Video on YouTube link - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zUX-YoQmIlY Website: http://www.nhmi.org Email: info@nhmi.org
K-12 Coastal Art & Poetry ContestThe California Coastal Commission invites California students in kindergarten through 12th grade to submit artwork or poetry with a California coastal or marine theme to the annual Coastal Art & Poetry Contest. Up to eight winners will be selected to win $100 gift certificates to an art supply or book store, and each winner's sponsoring teacher will receive a $40 gift certificate for educational supplies. All winners and honorable mentions will receive tickets for their families to visit the Aquarium of the Pacific, courtesy of the Aquarium. Students may have their work featured on Commission web pages and materials, and winning entries will be exhibited throughout the state, including at the Ford House Museum in Mendocino and the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in San Pedro. Entries must be postmarked by January 30, 2010 to be eligible for the upcoming contest. For rules and entry form (and helpful links and tips for teachers and students), visit www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/poster/poster.html (or follow the links from www.coastforyou.org), email coast4u@coastal.ca.gov, or call (800) Coast-4U. Contest flyers (PDF or hard copy) are available upon request. Website: http://www.coastal.ca.gov/publiced/poster/poster.html Email: coast4u@coastal.ca.gov Ocean Awareness DayCOST: Free (Lunch will be provided) CEUs: 1.0 CEU* available “ESTUARIES TO OCEANS: CONSERVE THE CONNECTION” is a teacher workshop designed tocreate cross-curricular activities that mergenatural and human influences with the estuarineenvironment. The workshop will offer hands-on inquiry activities, real scientific data presentationsfrom local researchers, and guided tours of themuseum and estuary. * Guided Tour (.4 CEUs): Rachel Carson Estuarine Research Reserve - precedes workshop on Sunday, February 14, 12-4 PM. Cost - Free * Workshop (.6 CEUs): February 15 – NC Maritime Museum. Cost - Free * Participants opting out of the Estuary Tour will be provided an alternative assignment to acquire the .4 CEUs provided with the tour. To register, contact Allison Besch, NC Maritime Museum 252.728.7317 or allison.besch@ncdcr.gov Space is limited – Please register early Email: allison.besch@ncdcr.gov
Workshop Flyer(s): National Geographic's Geotourism SummitMark your calendar today to participate in the Second Annual Geotourism Summit on February 2, 2010 at National Geographic Headquarters in Washington, DC, sponsored by National Geographic's Center for Sustainable Destinations, Ashoka Changemakers, and the InterAmerican Development Bank. James Gilmore, co-author of The Experience Economy and Authenticity: What Customers Want will provide the keynote address at the Second Annual Geotourism Summit. Gilmore's ideas have been featured in such publications as Harvard Business Review, The Wall Street Journal, and Investors Business Daily. The Summit will also feature how-to panels, networking opportunities, and useful tips for leaders and practitioners engaged in geotourism, sustainable development, and destination stewardship. Case study presentations will showcase the three winners and seven finalists of the 2009 Geotourism Challenge-best of 610 entries from 81 countries. A special "Geotourism Ambassador" Training workshop on Monday, February 1 from 2:00 - 4:30 pm. Register now, as space is limited. Register online at: http://www.regonline.com/checkin.asp?eventid=789636&ResponseMemberId=WBUBk0Tm%20ocdmcZ89W8YOA==&jID=94764 Tara Short: tara@greenedventures.com Email: tara@greenedventures.com
IPY STEM Polar Connections: Summer 2010 InstituteThe 4th International Polar Year (IPY) ran from March 2007 to March 2009, and focused international scientific and educational attention on the Earth's Polar Regions. Funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and by the University of Massachusetts Amherst, IPY Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Polar Connections is designed to promote the teaching of science concepts and processes related to the polar regions, and to emphasize connections to State and National Science Standards for the middle and high school. It includes a one-week summer institute and academic-year online discussion forums, and features a variety of proven techniques for effective teaching, including inquiry-based teaching, cooperative learning, and methods for formative assessment of student learning. Participants will be expected to use selected materials in their classrooms and also to aid in the dissemination program. Features of the program include: - 12-16 July 2010 at UMass Amherst plus academic year online discussions; - Housing (air conditioned single dorm rooms, 10 minutes away), meals, and travel costs for teachers outside the commuting area; - $75/day stipends ($375 total); - Funds to attend conferences for dissemination; - 3 graduate credits available at reduced cost and free professional development points (PDPs); and - Ongoing partnerships with UMass faculty. The summer institute will focus on current science research in the polar regions, and making connections to the science curriculum within participating teachers' regions. It will address the rapid changes occurring in the physical environment, the corresponding impact on the biosphere, and the history and politics of the polar regions. During the institute, participants will preview the curriculum units provided and draft a plan for incorporating materials into their classroom instruction and commit to dissemination within their district and at least one regional venue. They will complete their plans in the fall, using the online discussion forums to facilitate collaborative efforts among participants and UMass faculty. Three graduate credits will be available for the institute and curriculum unit; the cost will be $300 plus a $45 registration fee. PDP's will be available at no cost for those who do not want graduate credits. The stipend for the summer workshop is $375. Housing and meals will be provided for those who live outside the commuting area, along with travel costs for attending the workshop. Participants will receive various materials plus a materials budget as well as funds to support the dissemination efforts. To apply, teachers should prepare a narrative statement of how they plan to use the information from this institute within their classroom and their plans to disseminate the study of polar regions within their school, school district and a wider region within their geographic area. Include a specific regional venue that you plan to attend for dissemination of the information gained during the institute. You must also include a recent resume and a letter of support from your school principal or superintendent. The application package can be submitted by email, fax, or U.S. mail. Applications are due 1 April 2010. Late applications will be accepted on a space-available basis. More information and application forms are available at: http://www.umassk12.net/ipy. Or contact: Email: ipy@umassk12.net Phone: 413-545-0734 Website: http://www.umassk12.net/ipy. Email: ipy@umassk12.net
Cousteau Summer WorkshopJoin Ambassadors of the Environment this summer for a 5 day/4night teacher workshop offering cross-curricular training on marine, terrestrial, creek, and watershed ecosystems, with an emphasis on ecological roles and connections between species. Participants will receive hands-on K-12 curriculum in sustainable living, renewable energy, our ecological footprint, marine management, recycling, composting, and more. Led by Dr. Richard Murphy, senior Cousteau educator and marine biologist, the program focuses on curriculum models of Inquiry-Based Learning and teaching practices. Each day local experts will join us to enrich our learning, and participants will benefit from slices of free time to enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Gaviota Coast. Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Futures Society Program includes: Full lodging in comfortable cabins at El Capitan Canyon (www.elcapitancanyon.com) with easy access to hiking trails, beaches, and creek; meals with locally harvested organic fruits and vegetables; vegetarian, and vegan options; and Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment staff, activities and curriculum materials. Lead Instructors: Dr. Richard Murphy (Director of Science and Research with Jean-Michel Cousteau), Elaine Heath, MA in Gifted Education with Mesa State College, Marti McNamee, M.A. in Education and teacher for the Gifted and Talented, and Laura Brands, B.A. Environmental Studies (Ambassadors of the Environment Program Associate with Jean-Michel Cousteau). Workshop Schedule: Monday AOTE 4 Principles of Sustainability, Ocean Literacy, and Inquiry Based Learning Model Introduction to Ecosystems of El Capitan Canyon and the Gaviota Coast Team Challenges and Ropes Course Intertidal Orientation Hike Tuesday Creek hike and Watershed Ecology; global water & watershed activities, water testing, invertebrate microscope lab Renewable Energy: curriculum & activities, solar cooking and more Community Environmental Action Discussion. Night hike Wednesday Kelp Forest Ecosystem and Long-Term Monitoring Methods Marine Biology Snorkel and Kayak Exploration Marine Debris & Ocean Pollution: impacts on humans and marine mammals Bolus dissection Thursday Terrestrial Ecology Hike: adaptations of local plants and animals, native connections LiMPETS Sandy Beach Monitoring Program. Fish dissection. Intertidal Biodiversity; rocky and sandy shoreline Native Culture and Storytelling Campfire Friday Environmental Connections to Classroom and Community Action AOTE Wrap-Up and Goodbyes! Saturday (optional) Channel Islands National Park & Marine Sanctuary: Whale Watching or Snorkel and Kayak Adventure. Approximate rate: $60 per person, does not include Friday night lodging. Lodging options TBA. Cost: $850.00; Deposit: $425 (50% deposit due Feb 1, 2010; full balance due May 22, 2010) Three hours Graduate Credit from Mesa State College available for only $160.00 For more information please contact: Elaine Heath Gifted Education Mesa State College (970) 261-6422 laneyh@mesa.k12.co.us OR Laura Brands Ocean Futures Society (805) 899-8899 ext. 104 lbrands@oceanfutures.org Send Requests for Registration Forms and Deposit to: Laura Brands Ambassadors of the Environment Program Associate (805) 899-8899 ext. 104 lbrands@oceanfutures.org Email: lbrands@oceanfutures.org
Georgia Sea Turtle and Diamondback Terrapin Conservation WorkshopJoin biologists from Georgia and South Carolina who will share their knowledge in anatomy and life history, conservation and management, of the Loggerhead Sea Turtle and Diamondback terrapin. Learn why the Georgia Coast is so important to these magnificent animals and ways you can help them through educating your students. Georgia Sea Turtle Conservation Workshop is open to both formal and informal educators of all grade levels. 3 PLU’s are offered and participants receive curriculum and resource materials. Topics & Activities Include: life history, anatomy, morphology, management, rehab, research, seining (for diamondback terrapins), epibiont lab, necropsies, night walks On-Island Accommodations: UGAMI (University of Georgia Marine Institute) dorms, 2 beds per room, central A/C, community kitchen, extra fridge space for snacks, beverages, etc. Physical Activity: moderate: beach walks, transportation: open, flatbed truck with board seats Cost: $225, includes meals, materials, and island accommodations Directions: For directions to Ferry departure location, please go to the following link: http://www.uga.edu/ugami/directions:html Ferry departs for Sapelo on Monday, June 14, returning on Friday, June 18, and from there we will drive to the Georgia Sea Turtle Center(GSTC). The workshop will conclude following the GSTC programs. Times TBA Registration: Please contact Georgia Graves at georgiabeachwalk@bellsouth.net 912.266.2473 Email: georgiabeachwalk@bellsouth.net
Coastal Ecology Teacher WorkshopGet to know your aquatic neighbors! Join us for an in-depth look at Georgia’s coastal systems and discover the abundance and variety of wildlife found along our shores. Emphasis is placed on estuarine and marine ecology, coastal species identification and adaptations, commercial and recreational fisheries and management. Coastal Ecology is open to both formal and informal educators of all grade levels. 2 PLU’s are offered, and participants receive curriculum and resource materials. On-Island Accommodations: dorm style, 2 beds per room, central A/C, community kitchens, extra fridge space for snacks, beverages, etc. Physical Activity: participants should be tolerant of heat and sun, and will include beach and marsh activities and (optional) evening turtle walks. Transportation on island via flat bed truck with board seats Registration: Contact Georgia Graves at georgiabeachwalk@bellsouth.net or 912-266-2473 Cost: $200 Materials, meals, and on-island accommodations provided Directions: For directions to Ferry departure location, please go to the following link: http://www.uga.edu/ugami/directions.html Email: georgiabeachwalk@bellsouth.net | |
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