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International Events, Announcements, Resources
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NAAEE Announcements
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National Events, Training, Announcements
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1.  IDAHO EE ASSOCIATION RECRUITING SCHOOLS FOR EIC

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Research and Publishing Opportunities
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2.  ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY SEEKING ACTIVITIES

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Resources for Students and Educators
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3.  NEWSLETTER PROVIDES TIMELY INFORMATION ON HURRICANES & FLOODS
4.  OLOGY "THE STUDY OF" SITE FOR STUDENTS
5.  GLOBALIZATION101: A STUDENT'S GUIDE
6.  SCHOOLYARD GREENING CONSORTIUM

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International Events, Announcements, Resources
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National Events, Training, Announcements
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1.  IDAHO EE ASSOCIATION RECRUITING SCHOOLS FOR EIC
Apply by: December 15, 2005 Idaho EE Association announces 12 schools from throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem now have access to the innovative educational approach, The EIC Model. This project is made possible by a two-year grant from The Turner Foundation Inc. Selected teaching teams from four schools each in Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming will receive professional development in The EIC Model. This will include a week-long training institute, assistance with resource development, and evaluation services. Interested teachers should contact their state’s EE organization: Idaho EE Association: Donny Roush, 208-232-5674 or donny@idahoee.org Montana EE Association: Melynda Coble, 406-586-4200 or director@montanaeea.org Wyoming Association for EE: Sue McGuire, 307-734-5461 or smcguire@bresnan.net
http://www.idahoee.org/

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Research and Publishing Opportunities
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2.  ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY SEEKING ACTIVITIES
The Astronomical Society of the Pacific is beginning work on a national professional development project to help small- to medium-sized nature centers, science museums and natural history museums engage their visitors in more astronomy explorations. Submit information and suggestions on quality astronomy activities that are already in use in informal education settings to Suzy Chippindale at: schippindale@astrosociety.org
mailto:schippindale@astrosociety.org

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Resources for Students and Educators
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3.  NEWSLETTER PROVIDES TIMELY INFORMATION ON HURRICANES & FLOODS
This month, the Information Exchange for Marine Educators e-newsletter provides a list of hurricane and flood resources for teachers and students. The newsletter from NOAA's National Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Center always includes information about a myriad of different educational programs and activities, funding sources, and professional development opportunities. For the latest newsletter, view http://www.mpa.gov/information_tools/education.html#InfoExchange. The website includes archives of the information gathered to date, in addition to the latest newsletter and subscribing information. For more information, contact phyllis.dermer@noaa.gov.
http://www.mpa.gov/information_tools/education.html#InfoExchange

4.  OLOGY "THE STUDY OF" SITE FOR STUDENTS
American Museum of Natural History website providing age appropriate materials for students (grades 1-6) to explore subjects such as biodiversity, marine biology, paleontology and Earth. Links to a teachers section with education guides and suggestions for after school activites.
http://www.ology.amnh.org

5.  GLOBALIZATION101: A STUDENT'S GUIDE
Created by scholars at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, Globalization101.org teaches high school and college students about policy aspects of globalization related to civics, environment and economics, without any fees or charges. The site is aligned to state standards and includes issue briefs, news analyses, lesson plans, video interviews with experts, and useful links. The content also aligns with course requirements for AP Environmental Sciences. For more information contact, Rebecca Weiner: (202) 741-3936 or g101@csis.org.
http://www.globalization101.org/

6.  SCHOOLYARD GREENING CONSORTIUM
The District of Columbia Schoolyard Greening Consortium's Web site aims to provide teachers and program providers with the resources, tools and inspiration to begin a schoolyard greening project on their school grounds.
http://www.dcschoolyardgreening.org