The instructors interpret these comments and others to mean that not only do the students learn new information about groundwater, but also enjoy the process. The media are always invited to attend the workshop as well. A press release naming the winning teachers and schools, and some description of how they plan to use the groundwater model is used to announce the program. The county board members who act as council representatives believe in the value of this program in improving future groundwater quality by educating Central Wisconsin s future decision-makers. Closing Thoughts Dennis Yockers explains that the use of a physical model like the groundwater flow model has many advantages in helping teachers and students understand complex concepts.
Learners have the opportunity to touch as well as see, which enriches the learning experience.
Learners can also explore and demonstrate the depth of their understanding through using and manipulating the model. Personal involvement in this way has been shown to have the most long-term impacts on the learner.