In addition, this program addressed another critical need area by recruiting and training individuals from underrepresented minority groups. A competitive statewide program for elementary and secondary teachers of mathematics and science. This program is designed to familiarize the 1994 SSIP program participants with the World Wide Web and Web browsing software, and in cases where it is desired by the school, to assist and provide expertise in the actual implementation of the software and connectivity. This involves personal contact with the teachers, explanation of current options for their schools, and a seminar on exploring the Web. This seminar series addresses current and future research, technology and application trends and on-going activities in the field of Astronautics.
Speakers discuss evolving needs and directions from government, industry, and academic perspectives.
Lecturers provide a balance between near-term directions in their respective areas of expertise and responsibility. Space Science Internship Program , The Johns Hopkins University SSIP is an interdisciplinary graduate program in earth and space science education for elementary and secondary mathematics and science teachers. The three consecutive, incremental phases of learning are conducted over a seven-month period, and include an Academic Phase, a Laboratory Phase, and an Internship Phase. Each fall, a group of teachers is selected through a competitive process to participate in the program. The first phase, the Academic, fcuses on earth and planetary sciences, astronomy and astrophysics.