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January 12, 2005

EE-NEWS@NAAEE
January 12, 2005
The bi-weekly email bulletin provided by the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE), with funding from the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP).

**Message from NAAEE**
In view of current events in Asia, we want to encourage the environmental community to think of ways we can help and support the victims of the Tsunami. It is our hope that working together with the world community we can reduce the suffering created by an incredible disaster.
Thank you,
NAAEE Board and Staff


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**REMINDER: NAAEE 2004 Call for Conference Papers**
Deadline January 15, 2005.
Details and guidelines for conference papers are available on our website.
http://naaee.org/conferences/biloxi/conf_proceedings_guidelines.htm

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Grants
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1. MELINDA GRAY ARDIA FOUNDATION GRANTS
2. CANON ENVIROTHON

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International Resources
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3. ENVIRO JOBS AT GOOD WORK CANADA
4. HOLBROOK GLOBAL FIELD EXPEDITIONS
5. RESPONSIBLE CULTURAL EXPERIENCES ~ PHILLIPINES

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National Training
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6. PROJECT LEARNING TREE E-LEARNING WORKSHOP
7. HABITAT STEWARD CERTIFICATION TRAINING ~ CALIFORNIA
8. MARINE MAMMAL SEMINARS ~ CALIFORNIA
9. WILDLIFE RECREATION & NATURE TOURISM CERTIFICATE ~ WISCONSIN
10. EXTENDED MS IN EE FOR TEACHERS ~ WISCONSIN
11. ACA MIDSTATES CAMPING CONFERENCE ~ ILLINOIS
12. TEACHING OUTSIDE THE BOX ~ COLORADO
13. GRADUATE LEVEL EE COURSE ~ ONLINE
14. IEEIA WORKSHOP DEADLINE EXTENDED ~ HAWAII
15. IEEIA WORKSHOP DEADLINE EXTENDED ~ ALASKA
16. BIRDING WORKSHOP ~ TEXAS
17. AEOE STATEWIDE CONFERENCE ~ CALIFORNIA
18. APPLIED EE PROGRAM EVALUATION ~ ONLINE
19. ATEEC FELLOWS INSTITUTE
20. FIT - FORESTRY INSTITUTE FOR TEACHERS 2005 ~ CALIFORNIA
21. CONSERVATION LEADERSHIP SCHOOL ~ PENNSYLVANIA

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Resources
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22. THE BRIDGE MONTHLY DATA TIP - TSUNAMI
23. INFORMATION EXCHANGE FOR MARINE EDUCATORS
24. ENVIRONMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL - WASHINGTON DC
25. YES! MAGAZINE


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Grants
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1. MELINDA GRAY ARDIA FOUNDATION GRANTS
Deadline: April 9, 2005
K-12 teachers worldwide are invited to apply for grants of $1000 to develop or implement environmental curricula that integrates hands-on ecology exercises into the classroom. Curricula that encourage the integration of multiple disciplines (such as integrating art and science), and which include cooperative work with multiple school districts will be given special consideration.
http://www.mgaef.org/

2. CANON ENVIROTHON
July 18-24, 2005 ~ Springfield, Missouri
An annual competition for high school students throughout North America. Designed as a way to teach kids about environmental education, the best teams from 47 states and Canadian provinces compete at a summer play-off on a selected topic. The 2005 Envirothon topic is "Managing Cultural Landscapes."
http://www.envirothon.org/competition/Canon2005/index.htm


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International Resources
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3. GOOD WORK CANADA
Enviro jobs web site for seekers or employers in Canada. Subscribe to GoodWork to receive info on job listings, requests for proposals, workshops, internships, networking, resources, and more.
http://www.planetfriendly.net/goodwork.html

4. HOLBROOK GLOBAL FIELD EXPEDITIONS
International Environmental Workshops for Teachers. In collaboration with dynamic state, national and international partnerships, these programs are designed to offer educators the opportunity to explore topics focused on environmental literacy around the world. The Holbrook Foundation supports your commitment to lifelong learning and is accepting applications for $500 professional development travel grant. Graduate credit available. For more information contact Debbie Sturdivant at 866-748-6146 or Debbie@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
http://www.holbrooktravel.com/pages/educationexpeditions/professionaldevelopment.aspx

5. RESPONSIBLE CULTURAL EXPERIENCES ~ PHILLIPINES
A community based ecotourism project based in the Philippines looking for volunteers to partake in a sustainable community based project assisting local organizations in their efforts to enhance the livelihoods of the local community and assist in conservation of their natural resources.
http://www.culturalexperiences.co.uk


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National Training
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6. PROJECT LEARNING TREE E-LEARNING WORKSHOP
February 21 - April 3, 2005 ~ Online
Registration deadline: February 11, 2005
The course syllabus is available on the website. $125.00 - No travel required! This special online workshop is designed for educators in grades preK-8. Educators from the following states are invited to participate in this workshop: Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Maine, Minnesota, Missouri, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and West Virginia. The only prerequisites for this six week course are: access to the Internet and ability to send and receive e-mail. Enrollment is limited. Register online at: http://www.creative-conservation.com/trainingopps.htm For more information, please contact Sandi Sturm at ssturm@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx For information on Project Learning Tree, please visit http://www.plt.org
http://www.creative-conservation.com/pltstates.htm

7. HABITAT STEWARD CERTIFICATION TRAINING ~ CALIFORNIA
February 14 - June 2, 2005 ~ Pasadena, California
Persons interested in getting certified as a National Wildlife Federation Habitat Steward Volunteer can get more by enrolling in GEOG 10, Human Impact on the Environment at Pasadena City College for Spring 2005. This is an optional assignment to be exempt from one unit test in GEOG 10(class code #4234). The combined GEOG class and Habitat Steward Volunteer training is ideally suited for any person working with youth and a local environmental organization. There are no prerequisites. The 3-credit class meets weekly, Thursday, 6:00 PM- 9:10 PM. Apply online by January 21, 2005 and in person by February 11, 2005.
http://www.neighborhoodlink.com/public/clubextra.html?nclubid=511256771&nid=815738163

8. MARINE MAMMAL SEMINARS ~ CALIFORNIA
Marine Mammal Seminars at Camp Ocean Pines in Cambria, California
January 21-23, 2005 ~ Elephant Seals - Dr. Burney LeBoeuf, internationally respected elephant seal researcher and author, will focus on land-based behaviors and reproduction. Watch the amazing spectacle of enormous male elephant seals battling for territory and females seals giving birth to the new crop of pups!
January 28-30, 2005 ~ Sea Otters and Sea Lions - Participants will join Dr. Jim Estes and Dr. Terrie Williams to observe and discuss sea otters and sea lions in California. They present a “big picture view” of apex predators. Join them for the latest on the California sea otter.
Register online or by calling: (805) 927-0254
http://www.campoceanpines.org/upcoming/

9. WILDLIFE RECREATION & NATURE TOURISM CERTIFICATE ~ WISCONSIN
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls, in partnership with Watchable Wildlife, Inc., has developed a new graduate-level certificate program to help conservationists, community leaders, and recreation and hospitality providers build the skills necessary to effectively preserve the natural resources of and generate jobs and revenue for their communities.
http://www.watchwildlife.org

10. EXTENDED MS IN EE FOR TEACHERS ~ WISCONSIN
The Master of Science in Environmental Education for K-12 Teachers is a professional development program for practicing teachers to earn a Master's degree while continuing to teach. It is designed specifically for K-12 Teachers with face to face classes held during a 3 week period of the summer session and one-third of the degree available online during the academic year. Candidates may transfer in up to 9 graduate credits. This degree program is intended to increase knowledge and leadership skills in EE for K-12 teachers. New candidates normally begin coursework in February, but applications are accepted at any time.
Contact Angela Arkin at 715-346-3854 or aarkin@xxxxxxxxx
http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/msnree

11. ACA MIDSTATES CAMPING CONFERENCE ~ ILLINOIS
April 14-16, 2005 ~ St. Charles, Illinois
American Camp Associations (ACA) 2005 conference theme: Respect, Relationships, & Responsibility: How to Rev up the Power of Camp. The program will provide opportunities to work in teams on building skills and camp programs as well as developing ways to maximize the camp experience.
http://www.acamidstates.org/

12. TEACHING OUTSIDE THE BOX ~ COLORADO
April 29 - May 1, 2005 ~ Grandby, Colorado
Teaching Outside the Box - Creative Uses of Nature in Education conference offers an opportunity to share activities, experiences, and wisdom with others who strive to include nature in their teaching endeavors.
http://www.caee.org/outside.htm

13. GRADUATE LEVEL EE COURSE ~ ONLINE
January 21 - May 2, 2005 ~ Online
Register now for Winter Ecological Field Studies an on-line graduate level EE course offered by Montana State University. Winter ecological field studies provides an excellent opportunity for environmental educators throughout the world to get outside this winter, have fun, learn practical low cost ecological field study procedures and earn 3 university graduate credits. This course is conducted on-line and has a flexible schedule and format that allows participants to study their local winter ecology and share the results with other educators. Although most participants are typically from North America, in the past students have participated from Asia, Europe and South America! Winter field activities include interesting winter investigations which take advantage of seasonal characteristics including low temperatures and snow. These include: mammal behavior based on snow tracks, snow strata study, and chickadee territoriality.
Register online: http://www.scienceteacher.org/courses/edci580FldStdW.htm
http://btc.montana.edu/eft/us/

14. IEEIA WORKSHOP DEADLINE EXTENDED ~ HAWAII
June 25-July 2, 2005 ~ Molokai, Hawaii
Deadline extended to February 15, 2005
Investigating and Evaluating Environmental Issues and Actions (IEEIA) Workshop. Visit beautiful and friendly Molokai while learning how to help students develop critical thinking skills, investigate environmental issues, and plan responsible citizenship action! $893 fee includes instruction manual for this nationally acclaimed EE program (based on the Hungerford issue investigation model), seven nights lodging, meals, and field trips. Workshop leaders are award winning teachers from Aka'ula school. Apply by February 15, 2005 - space is limited. College credit available.
For further details, contact CISDE (618-457-8927; cisde@xxxxxxxxxxx).

15. IEEIA WORKSHOP DEADLINE EXTENDED ~ ALASKA
June 19-25, 2005 ~ Seward, Alaska
Deadline Extended to April 1, 2005
Investigating and Evaluating Environmental Issues and Actions (IEEIA) Workshop. Enjoy the natural wonders of Alaska while you learn how to help students develop critical thinking skills, investigate environmental issues, and plan responsible citizenship action! $683 fee includes instruction manual for this nationally acclaimed EE program (based on the Hungerford issue investigation model), six nights lodging (two meals daily), and field trips. Apply by April 1, 2005 - space is limited. College credit available.
For further details, contact Versil Withrow (618-898-1277; teachu@xxxxxxxxxx).

16. BIRDING WORKSHOP ~ TEXAS
April 9-12, 2005 ~ Del Rio, Texas
Deadline: March 5, 2005
Enjoy birding in desert and riparian habitats near the Rio Grande. Bird on working ranches, Amistad National Recreation Area, and along the Pecos River, Devil's River and the Rio Grande. $400 fee includes lodging and some meals, access to birding areas and guide services. College credit available.
For further details, contact Missy Harrington (830-313-2611 or 432-292-4848; info@xxxxxxxxxx).

17. AEOE STATEWIDE CONFERENCE ~ CALIFORNIA
April 15-17, 2005 ~ Petaluma, California
The Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education (AEOE) annual statewide conference California’s People and Places: How California’s diverse ecosystems shape our population and how its people shape the landscape, past, present and future. The conference will include over 60 workshops, keynote speakers, entertainment, and a job fair. The conference workshop strands include Historical California: It’s People and their connection to the Environment, California Today: People and our connection to Our Environment, California Neighborhoods and Issues of Environment, Pedagogy/The Art of Teaching, Hands-on Curriculum, Ecosystem Science and Natural History, and Leadership and Diversity.
http://www.aeoe.org/conference/spr05/

18. APPLIED EE PROGRAM EVALUATION ~ ONLINE
February 21 - April 29, 2005 ~ Online
Nine-week online course entitled "Applied Environmental Education Program Evaluation" offered through the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The course is designed to assist environmental educators and natural resource professionals in evaluating their education programs. Participants have the opportunity to apply skills in designing evaluation tools such as surveys, observation forms, and interview and focus group guides. The course was developed as a cooperative effort between the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) National Conservation Training Center. Participants may obtain three undergraduate or graduate credits from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. All participants are eligible for the in-state tuition rate. The course is also offered as a non-credit workshop for those who are not seeking college credit.
http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/rwilke/eetap/

19. ATEEC FELLOWS INSTITUTE
Deadline: February 4, 2005
The Advanced Technology Environmental Education Center and the University of Northern Iowa is accepting applications for its 2005 Fellows Institute. The Institute gives teachers the opportunity to study the latest information and research on current environmental issues.
http://www.ateec.org/prof_dev/fellows.cfm

20. FIT - FORESTRY INSTITUTE FOR TEACHERS 2005 ~ CALIFORNIA
Apply by March 15, 2005
FIT is a free seven day residence program for K-12 teachers in California to be held in June and July, 2005. The goal of the program is to provide teachers with the tools, skills and knowledge to effectively teach their children about forest management and forest ecology.
http://www.forestryinstitute.org/

21. CONSERVATION LEADERSHIP SCHOOL ~ PENNSYLVANIA
June 26-July 2, 2005 and July 10-16, 2005
Penn State's Conservation Leadership Schools are two-week outdoor workshops for high school students interested in natural resource management, conservation, and exploring solutions to environmental problems.
http://www.cas.psu.edu/docs/casconf/CLS/CLS.html


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Resources
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22. THE BRIDGE MONTHLY DATA TIP - TSUNAMI
The Tsunami Data Tip highlights the physical and geological forces behind tsunamis and allows students to work with seismic and historical tsunami data. Includes background information, a step-by-step data activity, and discussion questions. To access the monthly Data Tip click on "Tsunami" in the column on the right.
http://www.marine-ed.org/bridge/

23. INFORMATION EXCHANGE FOR MARINE EDUCATORS
The National Marine Protected Areas Center supports coastal managers and their coworkers with information, tools, and technology about marine protected areas (MPAs). To support educators, the MPA Center distributes a monthly email newsletter, the Information Exchange for Marine Educators. It includes information about a myriad of different educational programs and activities, funding sources, and professional development opportunities. It is also posted on the MPA.GOV website, along with archives of the information gathered to date. There are over 350 different websites and educational initiatives, most available free on-line. You'll be sure to find something to fascinate your students or help you develop new materials. To subscribe, send a blank message to requests@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx with "subscribe infoexchange" in the subject field. For more information, contact phyllis.dermer@xxxxxxxx
http://www.mpa.gov/information_tools/education.html#InfoExchange
Check out January 2005 Edition: http://mpa.gov/information_tools/education/pdfs/jan05.pdf

24. ENVIRONMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL - WASHINGTON DC
March 10-20, 2005 ~ Washington, DC
The 13th annual Environmental Film Festival in the Nation's Capital will screen 100 documentary, feature, animated, archival and children's films from March 10 through 20, 2005 at a variety of venues throughout Washington, D.C. Screenings are enhanced by discussion with scientists and filmmakers and many are free. For a complete film schedule, visit the Festival website starting in February or call 202-342-2564 for a printed film brochure.
http://www.dcenvironmentalfilmfest.org/index.html

25. YES! MAGAZINE
YES! magazine is ad-free and offers teachers and students inspiring stories of practical, positive solutions to a broad range of environmental and social justice challenges. By casting a spotlight on everyday heroes -- in the U.S. and around the world -- YES! shows that everyone can make a difference and help shape a more sustainable future. Educators find YES! a powerful tool for informing students about ecological and social problems while also providing avenues for constructive action. The YES! Education Connection website has resources for using YES! stories effectively in class. Teachers are eligible for a free one-year introductory subscription to the YES! quarterly journal, and can sign-up online.
http://www.yesmagazine.org/default.asp?id=114


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