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This course is designed for formal and informal educators who are interested in integrating inquiry oriented, experienced-based, environmental studies into their educational program. Participants will learn basic ecological field study techniques and...
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This course is designed to introduce educators to a unique methodology for teaching organized observation as a pathway to nonfiction writing in the science classroom. Tuition rates for MT residents: $266.50/credit. For more information visit the we...
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Online Courses: MSU National Teachers Enhancement Network: Understanding Climate Change
The science of climate change is a complex subject that balances the physical record and scientific fact with politics, policy, and ethics. This course explores the science of climate change. Students will learn how the climate system works, what fac...
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Online Courses: MSU National Teachers Enhancement Network: Weather and Climate for Teachers
Few subjects within Earth Sciences are as far reaching as the study of weather (meteorology) and climate (climatology). We plan our days based on the current weather, plant food supplies based on seasonal forecasts, and develop economies based on reg...
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Online Courses: MSU National Teachers Enhancement Network: Elementary Weather
In this six week online course we will take a look at learning weather concepts and how to incorporate them into the elementary classroom using hands-on activities. Observing weather patterns from the past, present and future is easy and fun! The p...
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This course uses problem based learning to explore the events and interactions between the lithosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere. The middle school course is composed of 3 modules plus an introduction module. Teachers utilize problem ba...
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Online Courses: MSU National Teachers Enhancement Network: Landforms for Elementary Teachers
In this online course we will investigate landform science. Observing landforms and how they change is fun! We will look at a variety of landscapes and how they came to look like they do. We will model landforms and encourage sharing and discussions ...
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Online Courses: MSU National Teachers Enhancement Network: K-14 Earth System Science
Participants will learn to find the Internet's abundant digital Earth Systems Science (ESS) resources and use these resources to create integrated mathematics and science lessons. Emphasis will be on the integration of mathematics, earth systems scie...
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Online Courses: MSU National Teachers Enhancement Network: Geology of the Moon
Geology of the Moon on-line course is designed for practicing teachers who want to understand more about the Moon and its history and relationship to Earth. We will explore theories for its formation and the geologic processes involved in its evoluti...
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In this six-week course you will be introduced to fundamental biological concepts involving the interaction of matter and energy that results in the change of ecosystems. Each week you will be assigned a biological activity that can be incorporated i...
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Online Courses: MSU National Teachers Enhancement Network: Teaching Evolution
Evolution is a powerful and generative concept that is fundamental to a modern understanding of biology and the natural world. Evolution offers insight into how we came to be, what our future may hold, and how we interact with the living world. Howev...
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Online Courses: MSU National Teachers Enhancement Network: Plant Science: It Grows on You
This course will look at familiar seeds and their early growth into seedlings (with experimentation with the seedlings). You will grow the little mustard known as Brassica, the Wisconsin Fast Plant. It is called the fast plant because it goes from se...
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Online Courses: AMNH Seminars on Science: Climate Change
Earth and Environmental Science How does the global climate system work, and what is the evidence that human activity is affecting it?...
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Online Courses: AMNH Seminars on Science: The Brain: Structure, Function and Evolution
Neuroscience How does this remarkable three-pound organ interpret sensory input, control behavior, and shape who we are?...
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Online Courses: AMNH Seminars on Science: The Ocean System
Integrated Science How does the ocean system shape the planet, regulate climate, and support life?...
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Online Courses: AMNH Seminars on Science: The Link Between Dinosaurs and Birds
Evolution & Classification How do we know that birds are dinosaurs? Examine the overwhelming evidence that a group of dinosaurs escaped extinction and we see these living dinosaurs every day. We call them birds! Authored by world-class experts ...
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Online Courses: AMNH Seminars on Science: Evolution
Modern Evolutionary Biology How does evolution work, how does it explain the history of life on Earth, and how is this fundamental concept itself changing in the face of new discoveries?...