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GLOBE* Atmosphere Workshop for 5th-12th Grade Teachers

October 12, 2018 @ 8:00 am - October 14, 2018 @ 5:00 pm

- $50

GLOBE* Atmosphere Workshop
5th– 12th grade teachers 
October 12 – 14, 2018
 (5pm on Friday the 12th– 1pm on the 14th)
Center for Math and Science Education, Fayetteville, Arkansas          

Registration Link: http://bit.ly/2CMFW0A

Registration Fee: $50, Payment Link: http://bit.ly/2Ml4vBu

Registration is VERY LIMITED!       Deadline: Friday, October 5, 2018 

 

This workshop will explore the GLOBE program (http://www.globe.gov) and include:

  • connections to students, teachers, scientists and other citizens from 121 countries who conduct real, hands-on science in their communities
  • grade level-appropriate, interdisciplinary activities and investigations aligned to national and state educational standards easily integrated with curriculum
  • scientific topics that vary in complexity, relating to the atmosphere
  • an accessible platform for teaching hands-on science, inquiry, observation and data collection
  • practices of science including data analysis, critical thinking, collaboration and communication
  • a springboard into research for science fair projects, afterschool activities, and honors projects
  • opportunities to collect and report data in conjunction with current, ongoing NASA missions

Each participant will receive:

  • $500 GLOBE materials and equipment
  • $300 stipend
  • Break snacks, Friday night dinner, breakfasts, and lunches
  • Lodging, if needed
  • GLOBE Teacher certification
  • 24 hours of ADE-certified PD

Requirements to participate:

  • Participant completion of online GLOBE E-Training prior to attending the workshop (worth 8 PD hours) More information will be sent regarding this after registration is complete.
  • School Administration agreement to set an Atmosphere weather station on a 4” X 4” post near the school building
  • Participant/Student, to include but not be limited to, atmosphere data collection throughout the school year

Details

Start:
October 12, 2018 @ 8:00 am
End:
October 14, 2018 @ 5:00 pm
Cost:
$50
Event Categories:
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Website:
http://bit.ly/2CMFW0A

Venue

UA STEM Center for Mathematics and Science Education
346 N. West Avenue, #202
Fayettville, AR 72701 United States
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Details

Start:
October 12, 2018 @ 8:00 am
End:
October 14, 2018 @ 5:00 pm
Cost:
$50
Event Categories:
,
Website:
http://bit.ly/2CMFW0A

Venue

UA STEM Center for Mathematics and Science Education
346 N. West Avenue, #202
Fayettville, AR 72701 United States
+ Google Map