This week-long teacher institute will provide an in-depth investigation of the diverse environmental science, health and civics issues related to water quality in NC. By using the interdisciplinary approach of environmental education, science teachers will learn will learn how to address important water quality issues with their students both in the classroom and in outdoor wetland environments. Hands-on, real world experiences will be emphasized - be prepared to get wet, muddy and reenergized!
Please read carefully: The Institute is open to 8th - 12th grade science teachers. Activities are correlated to 8th grade science standards and 9th - 12th grade Earth/Environmental Science and AP Environmental Science standards.
*Note: Participants must be in good physical condition. Activities will include wading, hiking, walking and other outdoor activities in hot, humid conditions.
The institute is made available by the Environmental Education Fund, with funding provided by the UNC Superfund Basic Research Program, the NC Division of Water Quality, and the Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Program. The institute is administered by the Office of Environmental Education. Partners include the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission and others. |