Monthly Archives: October 2008

Frontiers in Physiology Fellowships

Middle and high school science teachers are invited to apply for a year-long $9,000 professional development fellowship in the Frontiers in Physiology Program, Six Star Science for Student-Centered Learning, sponsored by the American Physiological Society (APS). Six Star Science principles support … Continue reading

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Oklahoma’s OBTA

Kay Gamble, Ada High School Biology teacher, is the recipient of the 2008 Outstanding Biology Teacher Award (OBTA) for Oklahoma. The OBTA is given each year by the National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) to a life science teacher in … Continue reading

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OESE Evolution Conference

  Participants and instructors gather for a group photo Thanks to another generous grant from the Delta Foundation, Oklahomans for Excellence in Science Education (OESE), held their 3rd annual Evolution professional development workshop for Oklahoma high school science teachers.  ”Teaching Evolution in … Continue reading

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OUHSC Mini-Medical School still has openings!

As reported on this site back in early September, Mini-Medical School will be on Tuesday, November 11, 5:30pm, on the OU Health Sciences Center campus in Oklahoma City. The cost is $35 and discounts may still be available. The link for the … Continue reading

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OSTA Fall Conference

The OSTA Fall Conference, Science Inside and Out, was held this last week-end (October 25th) and NSU- Broken Arrow. If you haven’t been on the campus, it is new, state of the art, and a great facility for holding a … Continue reading

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This View of Life – Darwin at OU 2009

“This View of Life” is a year-long series of events coordinated by faculty and students across many units of the University of Oklahoma designed to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Charles Darwin and the 150th anniversary of … Continue reading

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Building Bridges Project at OSU

Are you a new science or mathematics teacher in grades 6-8?  You are invited to join the Building Bridges project at OSU which helps  connect university faculty with early career teachers!  Participating teachers will meet 3 times through the 2008-09 year … Continue reading

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OSTA Board Office Election

Each fall, OSTA members attending the fall conference confirm through their vote a slate of candidates to serve on the OSTA Board of Directors. The terms for most offices are two years, but those elected Vice President continue service as … Continue reading

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Apply Now For The 2008-09 Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship Program

Attention K-12 teachers: Are you an experienced educator who is ready to make a difference on a national scale? If so, consider applying for an Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellowship and prepare for a year of unique opportunities. As an … Continue reading

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Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence Teacher Scholarships for Professional Development

Applications are available now for 2009 professional development scholarship and must be submitted on or before Nov. 14, 2008.  Teacher Scholarships for Professional Development are designed to enhance educational opportunities for students by allowing teachers to attend top‑quality regional, national and international workshops … Continue reading

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