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| Name: | Research Experience for Teachers Program |
|---|---|
| School/Institution: | Stanford University |
| City: | Stanford |
| State: | CA |
| Opportunity Type: | RET |
| Teacher Status: | Inservice |
| Teacher Level: | Elementary School Middle School High School |
| Description: | The Center on Polymer Interfaces and Macromolecular Assemblies (CPIMA) seeks qualified K-12 science teachers to participate in a 8-week summer research experience (RET) program. The RET program allows teachers to work on independent research projects. Participants will work in a scientific laboratory performing cutting edge research at Stanford University Tues.-Fri. On Mon., teachers will get together with other teachers on campus for faculty talks, lab tours, and sharing of best practices and ways to bring their experiences back to their classrooms. Teachers will present their research on a poster and will be required to develop an education transfer plan. |
| Duration: | 8 weeks |
| Application Deadline: | 05/01/2009 |
| Opportunity Website: | http://cpima.stanford.edu/education/ret/ |
| Sponsor Link: | http://mrsec.org/education/ |
Benefits and Requirements | |
| Benefits: | Stipend Housing Travel Reimbursement |
| Benefit Explanation: | $6400 stipend, Some travel is available if not from the Bay Area. |
| Citizenship Requirement: | U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Legal Resident |
Professional Development Opportunity Contact Information | |
| Contact: |
Kristín Black, CPIMA Education Director Stanford, CA 94305 Phone: (650) 725-3351 Fax: (650) 725-5558 |
