Campus Ecology As A Means To Urban Environmental Literacy. Why and How to teach Campus ecology Campus ecology Curriculum activities demonstrations,discussions, and guided inquiries that explore the ecological design of http://www.ecostudies.org/cary8/grant/grant.html
Appendix 5 - Schoolyard Ecology Portraits, California the SYEFEST program and led the teachers in inquiry activities. We showed themhow schoolyards and campuses could be effectively used to teach ecology. http://www.ecostudies.org/syefest/appen5ca.htm
Extractions: Handbook Contents Table of Contents How to use this handbook Print and download Contact us Forums Introduction >List of Chapters Modeling as leaders Getting ready Teacher Inquiry Learning ecology Teacher reflection Teacher Plans Providing Resources On-going support Putting it together >List of Appendices Sample Activities Resources Frameworks We began our Summer Institute with an introduction to the SYEFEST concept, followed by a discussion of participating teachers' concerns and hopes. The teachers reflected on our objectives and described their uncertainties and hopes about using their schoolyards for teaching ecological concepts. We discovered a wonderful synergy that developed as each of us contributed the best of our creative and intellectual abilities. Through SYEFEST we learned about ecological principles and processes that can be easily taught to all children using inquiry investigations on the schoolyard. The ultimate goal of the SYEFEST project is to promote quality ecological education for elementary school students by ensuring that they have the opportunity to learn ecological concepts using local organisms and environments directly. The more immediate goal is to support elementary teachers in using the environment most readily available - the schoolyard - for teaching ecology.
College Of Human Ecology At Kansas State University Classroom 162 Easy activities to teach Preschoolers Compassion Because of its emphasison activities, the book is for the College of Human ecology at Kansas http://www.humec.ksu.edu/fshs/directory/csmith.html
Extractions: I am a professor and state human development specialist in Kansas Research and Extension. My primary assignment involves designing, distributing, and evaluating non-credit educational programs for use with parents and children in communities across our state and nation. I am a member of the graduate faculty and enjoy working with students who are interested in community-based education. Because I am a full-time professional in Kansas Research and Extension, I do not teach at the undergraduate or graduate level. I may, however, teach intersession courses on topics that relate to my extension work. I enjoy visiting classes and talking with students about community-based education and issues that concern parents and children. I am interested in working with students in the development of publications for distribution to parents and teachers.
EcoBeakerHS: Teach Ecology And Evolution On The Computer computer laboratories for courses covering topics in ecology, environmental science labs,and provides suggestions for discussions, activities, and assessment. http://www.ecobeaker.com/WhatIsEcoHS.html
Extractions: ECOBEAKERHS: WHAT IS IT? EcoBeakerHS TM is a collection of inquiry-based computer laboratories for courses covering topics in ecology, environmental science, and evolution. The complete package includes ten laboratories, each based on a different real-world ecological system. EcoBeakerHS EcoBeakerHS Download a complete, free demo of the software to try it out. Lab Packs Population Ecology Lab Pack NEW! Ecosystem Ecology Lab Pack NEW! Evolution and Genetics Lab Pack NEW! See descriptions of all 10 Laboratories Pricing Download a FREE DEMO We offer 1/2 and full day, hands on workshops on using EcoBeakerHS. The workshop introduces the program, discusses the ecological concepts taught by the program, and take participants through 2 or 3 of the laboratories. These workshops are designed jointly by an experienced high school teacher who has used EcoBeakerHS in the classroom and an ecologist, and if possible we will send both a high school teacher and an ecologist to lead the workshop. Note that if your entire district adopts EcoBeakerHS, we will include a free workshop (some restrictions apply). We are also happy to do regional workshops for teachers from several districts. See more information on
DLESE Catalog System Review Results Subject ecology. This website integrates video footage and informationwith lesson plans and activities to teach students about volcanoes. http://www.dlese.org/results_search_histogram.jsp?resourcetype=Module or unit
DLESE Catalog System Review Results and activity uses a paper model to teach students about Subject Biological oceanography,ecology. Results 110 out of 625 for activities Sorted Alphabetically http://www.dlese.org/results_search_histogram.jsp?resourcetype=Activities
Ecology Club Ideas to various levels of abilities) to teach others about information about the cluband its activities on school are welcome to participate in the ecology club. http://www.eco-pros.com/ecology_club_ideas.htm
Extractions: KIDS - Never give out any personal identifying information over the internet or in email (such as your name, address, phone number, school or family information). Seek the advice of a parent, guardian or teacher. We prepared this information in response to a request from a young student who attends a school for the blind. She wanted some ideas for starting an ecology club at her school. Suggestions for starting an ecology club:
Extractions: TuiTime was developed by the New Zealand Ecological Society (NZES) www.nzes.org.nz . Its purposes are to encourage teachers to make greater use of ecological studies in their teaching, to encourage students to learn about New Zealand's unique ecology and to engage them in interactive games and activities that teach them knowledge, attitudes and values about ecology. Hear a tui Teachers
Activities At Sutton Ecology Centre activities at Sutton ecology Centre. the basics of this interesting sport and explorethe ecology Centre in We'll teach you all you need to know to join in the http://www.sutton.gov.uk/el/environ/ecology/events.htm
Biology Institutes Of The University Of Neuchâtel Plant Biology and ecology are the common focus of interest for teaching activities.The two institutes teach biology in common, both lectures and practical http://www.unine.ch/biol/welcome-e.html
Extractions: Animal Ecology and Entomology (Martine Rahier Plant Ecology and Phytosociology (Jean-Michel Gobat Ethology (Claude Mermod Evolutionary botany (Philippe Animal Physiology (Peter-Allan Diehl Microbiology (Michel Aragno Parasitology (Bruno Betschart Plant Physiology ( Felix Kessler Immunology (Michel Brossard Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (Jean-Marc Neuhaus The Botanical Garden The Electron Microscopy Laboratory (Peter-Allan Diehl) Two different automatic sequencers are now available, one in the Laboratory of Biochemistry, the other in the Laboratory of Phanerogamy
NSTA Press: Ecology And Evolution quality science instruction to teach students about focuses on island biogeography,ecology, and evolution The book's activities use the Galápagos Islands as a http://www.nsta.org/pubs/nstapress/pb153x/default2.asp
Extractions: Grade Level Pages List Price Member Price Stock # ISBN # Ecology and Evolution: Islands of Change helps educators provide quality science instruction to teach students about the natural world and the factors that shape evolutionary processes. This book, for middle and junior high school science classes, focuses on island biogeography, ecology, and evolution. The book's activities use the Galápagos Islands as a theme but are designed to help students make connections to their local environments. Ecology and Evolution: Islands of Change builds on NSTA's experience and success with materials that relate to the Galápagos. In 1991, NSTA developed the curriculum used in association with the JASON Project's expedition to the Galápagos. In 1999, NSTA again was asked to develop activities in association with the Smithsonian Institution and Imax, Ltd. 3-D film, Galapagos . In addition to creating a Galapagos Web site , an educational poster, and a 32-page teacher's guide for the film, NSTA produced Ecology and Evolution: Islands of Change Using hands-on activities, games, and research suggestions, students will learn how the factors that shape evolutionary processes
Extractions: Animals and Insects (Resources - Books) Animal Defenses: How Animals Protect Themselves, Etta Kaner and Pat Stephens , 1999, Kids Can Press, ISBN 1550744216, Students can use this book to explore animal adaptations. Grades 3-5. Creepy Crawlies and the Scientific Method: More than 100 Hands-On science Experiments for Children , Sally Kneidel, 1993, Fulcrum Resources, ISBN 1555911188, Perfect guide to teaching scientific process using the life sciences, Grades K-8. Classroom Critters and the Scientific Method , Sally Kneidel, 1999, Fulcrum Resources, ISBN 1555919693, Useful for working with animals in the classroom, offers detailed how-to information for grades 3-8. Man Eating Bugs: The Art and Science of eating Insects Mosquitoes in the Classroom: Teacher Resource Guide and Classroom Curriculum Tiger Math: Learning to Graph from a Baby Tiger , Ann Whitehead Nagda and Cindy Bickel, 2000, Henry Holt, ISBN 0805062483, Students can follow care of tiger and learn math skills.
Extractions: Created in 1996, CO-OP assists and provides grants to non-profit organizations to introduce youths, minorities and adults to outdoor services, programs and facilities. Grants range from $5,000 to $30,000 to help pay for outdoor equipment, transportation and staff. Applicants requested $2.3 million in funding from an available $700,000 during the first funding cycle. This year, TPW will issue an additional $1 million in CO-OP grants appropriated by the Texas Legislature bringing available CO-OP funding to almost $1.5 million over two funding cycles. The deadline for the second funding cycle is March 1, with an additional $700,000 in grants to be distributed in May. "The additional million dollars from the Legislature will go far in providing more outdoor recreation opportunities for youths who, for many reasons, may not have the opportunity or means to spend quality time outdoors," said Darlene Lewis, TPW's CO-OP coordinator. "These grants will allow young people to camp at a state park, go fishing this summer, discover Texas wildlife and learn about habitat, and take part in aquatic activities which teach the value of clean water."
Extractions: Be sure to visit the TPW Education web site and learn about our educational conservation programs , too. Join the exciting world of hands-on learning and the World Wide Web in this unique program. Use real-world projects to experience local natural, cultural and historical resources. Youth create web pages featuring their projects for TPW's popular Web site. Training in project and web page development. Free. Contact: 512-389-4973
Educational Services: Classes Live animal presentations, games and handson activities teach students about survivalafter sunset. Creek ecology (5-8) Learn how San Mateo Creek feeds into http://www.coyoteptmuseum.org/education/classes3-8.htm
INHS | Educational Resources | Workbooks approach in dealing with the biology, ecology, benefits, and Control Provides backgroundmaterial and student activities to teach biological control. http://www.inhs.uiuc.edu/chf/outreach/eduresouces/eduworkbooks.html
Extractions: INHS Welcome Office of the Chief Staff Opportunities CENTERS Aquatic Ecology Biodiversity Economic Entomology Wildlife Ecology RESEARCH Highlights Current Projects Completed Projects OUTREACH Outreach Homepage Speakers Bureau Educational Resources Fun Activities ... Special Events RESOURCES Collections CTAP Field Stations INHS Library ... INHS Homepage Middle School Curricular Materials Biodiversity in Illinois: Activities for Young People Includes a slide set of 40 images with script and captions to accompany the curriculum. The curriculum and slide set may be purchased individually or as a set. Wetland Wonders Instructional material takes an across-the-curriculum approach in dealing with the biology, ecology, benefits, and conservation of wetlands. Includes a large coloring poster and a slide set of 20 images to accompany the introductory material and activities. Pests Have Enemies Too: Teaching Young Scientists About Biological Control Provides background material and student activities to teach biological control. Includes book and poster. Additional set of 30 unfolded posters is available
Ecological Society Of America: About ESA - Bylaw on a host of different activities undertaken by teaching Issues and Experiments inecology, ESATIEE Web. of materials Issues to teach ecology, Experiments to http://www.esa.org/involved.htm
Extractions: ESA Home » About ESA » Get Involved ESA Home About ESA Get Involved Staff Members ... Awards If youre thinking youd like to boost your involvement with the Ecological Society of America, there are plenty of opportunities for you to do so. Our members are the foundation of the Society the more involved you become, the stronger the Society. Check out some of the ways you can increase your participation and talk to our staff about any ideas YOU may have ..we want your input! Ecological Information Network (EIN) The EIN is a database of ecological experts who have volunteered to answer questions or provide input on various scientific issues. The EIN is currently being revised to be an on-line publicly-available electronic directory of biographical and professional information regarding ecological experts. The EIN is part of the growing number of expert databases available through the National Biological Information Infrastructure . Ecological experts interested in making a contribution to science and society will want to be a part of the EIN. The EIN will be open to all scientists with expertise in all areas relevant to the field of ecology. Involvement through the EIN could include: Answering questions from and making presentations to the general public;
ESA: The Ecological Society Of America Strategies for Training teachers to teach ecology in the of materials for undergraduateecology education. (Not offered every year.) activities for Children http://www.esa.org/education/meetings/general_meeting_info.php
Extractions: Regular events at the ESA Annual Meeting include the following: Symposia - six half day symposia (30 minute presentations, panel and open discussions) have been offered in the area of ecology education over the past decade, focusing on new frontiers for ecology education, pre-college and undergraduate challenges, ecological literacy, and on innovations in assessment and science reform.
Maui Visitors Bureau Press Kit an innovative museum with games and displays that teach about the for families who nature travel. Various hotels offer ecologyfocused activities. http://www.thelimtiacocompany.com/news/presskits/MauiVisitorsBureau/Maui-natural
Extractions: keliib@maui.net In Mauis Natural Classroom, Travelers of All Ages are Learning About Ecology MAUI, Hawaii Families who visit Maui should be advised geographically speaking, the island is one of the Earth's natural wonders. Its shores encompass a national park, a massive dormant volcano, unspoiled forests and canyons, and species they won't find anywhere else on the planet. And thanks to Maui's growing number of ecology-based activities, more and more visitors are lacing up their walking shoes and getting outdoors to discover this amazing tropical wilderness. So watch out a situation like this could seriously cut into a family's time at the beach!
Year Round F&W Programming: Outdoor Education Check out the new Winter ecology Program! Students will be led through a progressionof activities that teach the skills necessary to work as a team by http://www.fandw.org/yearround/outdoored.php3
Extractions: Teambuilding: Engage in a variety of activities that form a foundation of safety, respect, and trust by which a group can meet their collective potential. Students will be led through a progression of activities that teach the skills necessary to work as a team by cooperating and relying on each other to overcome challenges. Example games include The Great Wind Blows, Human Knot, and a Blind Trust Walk through the woods.
