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| Name: | Research Experience for Teachers Program |
|---|---|
| School/Institution: | University of South Florida |
| City: | Tampa |
| State: | FL |
| Opportunity Type: | RET |
| Teacher Status: | Inservice |
| Teacher Level: | High School |
| Description: | The objectives of the program include: (i) exposing teachers to engineering research in which science and math backgrounds are used; (ii) revealing the necessary integration of science and math disciplines when conducting engineering research; (iii) providing teachers with real life examples in which science and math are used in this way; (iv) enhancing teacher self esteem and confidence in science as a discipline. This experience provides teachers with enhanced teaching skills/methods, the ability to motivate students in science and math disciplines, and a higher level of credibility and knowledge to apply when advising/guiding students toward the engineering disciplines. The program is open to all areas of engineering and, although there is no one single research focus in the program, there are several common elements. Teachers are asked to present their research twice, at an informal weekly meeting, and again at a formal closing ceremony. In addition, teachers are required to develop two lesson plans based on their research experience; these lesson plans are posted below. |
| Start Date: | 06/16/2008 |
| End Date: | 07/18/2008 |
| Duration: | 5 weeks |
| Application Deadline: | 04/18/2008 |
| Opportunity Website: | http://rnr.eng.usf.edu/ret2002.htm |
Professional Development Opportunity Contact Information | |
| Contact: |
Carlos A. Smith, Associate Dean for Academics College of Engineering University of South Florida Tampa, FL 33620 Phone: 813-974-5859 Fax: 813-974-5094 |
