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Ecology for Pre-Service Teachers
This three-week course with lab is designed to teach pre-service teachers ecology and improve their science skills in the classroom. Much of the class takes place in the field and is driven by activities and research. Participants will be using activities to learn about the natural world and discussing how to teach these concepts to students. The class was developed in collaboration with a consortium of local universities and colleges.
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Course work includes an independent research project. Participants will also have an opportunity to develop lessons and activities for the classroom. They can practice these lessons at the Family Science Night where area students and parents are invited to participate in hands-on ecology activities.
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The course fee includes tuition, room and board, and classroom materials. Students stay in air-conditioned dormitory-style lodging at the Institute. Meals are prepared by our chef and include options for all dietary needs. A computer lab and wireless internet access are available on site.
For more information on the program or to register for the class contact the following individuals:
Albion College
Dr. Melissa Mercer-Tachink
Alma College
Dr. Mark Seals
Aquinas College
BY 123 (Dr. Jeff McKelvey)
Calvin College
Course fulfills elective credit for an integrated science minor or major
(Dr. Jim Jadrich)
Central Michigan University
BIO 297 (Dr. Claudia Douglass)
Cornerstone University
Dr. Rob Keys
Grand Valley State University
SCI 336 (Dr. Stephen Burton)
Hope College
GEMS 153 (Dr. Kathy Winnett-Murray)
Olivet College
BIO 208 (Dr. Maria Davis)
For students from Ferris State University, Western Michigan University, and Valparaiso University who are interested in the course please contact:
Matthew Dykstra, Education Director
Pierce Cedar Creek Institute
(269) 721-4473
dykstram@cedarcreekinstitute.org
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