RMC Research Corporation Fostering development in families and communities by supporting continuous improvement in education and other human service systems. 522 SW Fifth Ave. Over the course of each summer of the project, U.S. Forest Service scientists and faculty from Portland State University and Oregon State University train teachers to conduct research and monitoring activities, analyze data, and write reports. This training is conducted at sites in nearby national forests.
Teachers then create their own science field research projects for their students.
Participants are compensated with stipends, funds for field materials, and paid planning time. RMC Research serves as the project evaluator. Top Heritage Project RMC Research served as the project evaluator for Heritage Project, which provided multimedia computer workstations to participating schools for the purpose of developing a virtual museum. Each project team created CD-ROMs featuring interactive multimedia presentations on Native American artifacts and contemporary tribal artists and elders. ESD 113's Educational Technology Support Center staff worked closely with project staff to provide in-class technical assistance, pullout training in the use of technology for teachers, and other support.