Teachers intern with scientists in lab settings, translate their experience into a mini research unit for use the classroom, and attend a teacher staff development institute. This conference provides a forum for leaders in industry, education, government and local communities to address current issues and organize resources to support science, technology and mathematics education as it relates to the success of our students, schools, local communities and the economic future of Texas. The program focuses on building and recognizing partnerships in Texas. Professional development opportunity for mathematics, science, and technology teachers to work directly with research scientists and mentors in industry, university, or government agency settings.
Teachers earn a stipend and write a Curriculum Implementation Plan from their experience.
This project is part of the Education and Outreach Program within the National Space Biomedical Research Institute. Project VTIP works with school teams to design and implement curriculum, utilize electronic technology in the classroom, and communicate via telecommunication links among teachers and experts in science, technology and mathematics. This project is focused on disseminating information from the joint results of these projects to a wider community. Efforts are directed at making the information useful for teachers, students, and research scientists not skilled in the use of satellite altimetry via the World Wide Web. The Alliance is currently working on updating links to the Online School for continued use.