GLIN==> Shipboard and Shoreline Science Workshops Aboard the R/V Lake Guardian

Shipboard and Shoreline Science Workshops Aboard the R/V Lake Guardian

COSEE Great Lakes invites 4th-10th grade teachers and non-formal 
educators to participate in one of two week-long Shipboard and 
Shoreline Science workshops aboard the U. S. Environmental Protection 
Agency's 180-foot research vessel (R/V) Lake Guardian. Educators will 
work beside scientists, participating in Great Lakes research and 
stopping in ports for additional science experiences. In addition to 
shipboard and shoreline science, participants will examine curricula 
and resources and explore classroom activities relating to the Great 
Lakes and oceans.

The cruises are designed to promote Great Lakes and marine sciences 
in formal and informal education, as well as forge lasting 
relationships between science researchers and educators. Fifteen 
teachers will be selected from around the Great Lakes basin for each 
of the two cruises.

The workshops will offer first-hand explorations of Lakes Superior 
and Huron ecology, geology, geography, weather, and biogeochemical 
processes, with particular emphasis on human impacts and parallels 
between Great Lakes and ocean systems. Participants will be involved 
in the collection of planktonic and benthic organisms as well as 
water quality data collection and analysis. Participants will visit 
several coastal ports where they will explore special habitats and 
informal learning sites with local researchers and scientists. Many 
"teachable moments" will occur as participants encounter other 
vessels, observe waterfowl and weather, and stop at shore facilities. 
This is Great Lakes learning at its best!

Workshop participants will receive:
- Stipend of $250
- Travel reimbursement up to $150
- Housing and meals onboard the R/V Lake Guardian for six 
nights/seven days at no cost
- Exemplary Great Lakes and marine curricula and resources
- Long-term support and communication with COSEE Great Lakes educators.

See full workshop details at: http://coseegreatlakes.net/events/shipboard09


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Steve Stewart, District Extension Sea Grant Educator
Senior Investigator, COSEE Great Lakes
Michigan Sea Grant Extension
21885 Dunham Road, Suite 12
Clinton Township, MI 48036
586-469-7431  office phone
586-491-6000  mobile phone
586-469-6948  fax 
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