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| Name: | Precollege Science Education Program for K-12 Teachers, STRAW Program |
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| School/Institution: | Rockefeller University |
| City: | New York |
| State: | NY |
| Opportunity Type: | RET |
| Teacher Status: | Inservice |
| Teacher Level: | Elementary School Middle School High School |
| Description: | This professional development program exceeds National Science Education Standards by offering mentored lab research internships for K-12 science teachers from public, private and parochial schools in Greater New York City and across the nation. Our Scientific Reading And Writing Course (STRAW) teaches the specialized communication skills essential for understanding one's research. All write a Research Report and present a Poster to Rockefeller scientists, family and friends. This is designed as a 2-year program. Returning teachers craft Action Plans with the help of Outreach staff that they present at Teacher Breakfast Seminars. Action Plans are awarded up to $2000 for supplies that help teachers translate their research experiences into inquiry-based learning for their students. Applications and the STRAW course can be downloaded from the website. |
| Start Date: | 06/29/2009 |
| End Date: | 08/13/2009 |
| Duration: | 7 weeks |
| Application Deadline: | 02/02/2009 |
| Opportunity Website: | http://www.rockefeller.edu/outreach/straw.php |
Benefits and Requirements | |
| Benefits: | Stipend Housing Travel Reimbursement |
| Benefit Explanation: | $5000 stipend each summer $1000 for out-of-state teachers towards travel/housing expenses. |
Professional Development Opportunity Contact Information | |
| Contact: |
Dr. Bonnie Kaiser, Coordinator, Science Outreach Program PO Box 53, Rockefeller University 1230 York Avenue New York, NY 10021-6399 Phone: 212-327-7431 Fax: 212-327-7519 |
