Teachers will receive instruction on computer hardware and how it functions. Basic applications using Windows 95 in file management, word processing, printing, and software selection will be covered. Space is limited. This computer will cover the basics of using technology in the classroom in a teacher friendly atmosphere. Using one computer in the classroom, developing lessons with PowerPoint, digital cameras, scanners, and the internet will be covered.
Space is limited.
It is designed to train teachers of all levels in the curricular correlation, classroom applications, and development of a Science Fair project. Level 1 focuses on how and why one should adopt a stream, nonpoint source pollution and watersheds. The biological workshop trains participants in the fun and simple techniques of catching and identifying macroinvertebrates. Participants will learn how to develop a schoolyard wildlife habitat and how to use the habitat to conduct activities in wildlife biology, aquatic ecology, forest ecology, and mathematics. Project WILD is an interdisciplinary environmental approach that emphasizes wildlife education.