NASA Ignite! Training Mission
Enrolling: Certified Teachers, Preservice
Teachers, and Afterschool Educators
When: March 17, 24, and April 28, 2012
Where: Marian University,Marian Hall Upper lobby (old Civic Theater area)Time: 8:30-5:00
Topics:
Day 1, March 17 – Rocketry - rockets and discussion of expectations and responsibilities for the teachers (a "flight plan," so to speak)
Day 2, March 24– Astrobiology - life science (the body in space, NASA's search for other life in the universe)
Day 3, April 28- Space exploration (our near neighbors in the solar system and then moving beyond to comets, stars, and how we get there)
Cost: $75 (includes training, 3 lunches and teacher materials)
Seating is limited! Make checks payable to Marian University NASA Workshop
Commitment: Participants will commit to attending all 3 workshops and some additional training throughout the year facilitated by NASA educational consultants. Participants will be invited to teach hands-on activities at summer programs in the Indianapolis area. The Marian University Summer Learning Institute will provide a stipend for those who participate in summer teaching opportunities.
Reservation: Dr. Judy Bardonner, Director, Center for Community Learning,
Marian University; (317) 955-6545 jbardonner@marian.edu
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