STEM Ed Announcement: Vernal Pools

[Morton Sternheim <mort@k12s.phast.umass.edu>]

This is not a UMass program.
Contact information is below.
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Forest Ecology Research in the Schoolyard
Real Science, Real Scientists, Real Issues

Water in the Landscape: Vernal Pools

 

Harvard Forest Summer Institute for Teachers
August 17, 2010
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TURN YOUR STUDENTS INTO FIELD ECOLOGISTS as they monitor the seasonal
changes in vernal pool water levels in a vernal pool near their school,
using scientific protocols developed by fresh water ecologist, Dr. Betsy
Colburn.

K-12 TEACHERS are invited to participate in this hands-on project in
cooperation with Harvard Forest. 
Please complete the registration form below to attend our introductory
Teacher Institute, and/or contact Pamela Snow for program details.

NEW This year!  Graduate Credit Available through Fitchburg State College. 
See registration form attached for details.

For more information on Harvard Forest research and education opportunities,
refer to our website:
http://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/education/k-12.html

Pamela Snow, Harvard Forest, 324 North Main Street, Petersham, MA 01366
Phone: 978-756-6146 Fax: 978-724-3595
psnow@fas.harvard.edu