Monthly Archives: February 2009

March Instructional TV Schedule from OSDE

The Oklahoma Department of Education provides funding for two hours of Instructional Television (ITV) programs to be broadcast each day during the school year.  The programs are broadcast on OETA, 10:00 a.m. ‑ 12:00 noon on school days.  Check with your local cable … Continue reading

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A New NSTA Science Survey

Last week, NSTA began a new on-line survey on the State of Science Education. It is hoped that this survey will become a yearly activity that captures the views of science educators about important issues in science education. While this … Continue reading

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OSTA Eastern OK Spring Field Event April 4, 2009

Join us for this exciting and engaging outdoor event!  Download the registration form Download a map of Tenkiller State Park Link to directions Event Fees:   Adults $15.00   Students $10.00   (Some Course Fees Additional!!) Schedule of Events 8:00     Registration and Check In … Continue reading

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Oklahoma Science Adventure

Join the Adventure!  Are you ready to explore Oklahoma forests, streams, ponds, fields, quarries and road cuts in search of birds, frogs, fish, insects, and fossils? What does a paleontologist, ichthyologist or ornithologist do? Join us as we learn about … Continue reading

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Want to Go On A Paleontology Field Trip?

   What is Paleo Expedition?   Paleo Expedition is a one-of-a-kind field experience for Oklahoma high school students currently enrolled in grades 9-11. Paleo Expedition is a chance for Oklahoma youth to work with paleontologists in studying the history of … Continue reading

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SCIENCE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES

SOUTHWESTERN AND ROCKY MOUNTAIN DIVISION of the THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE 84th ANNUAL MEETING  “SCIENCE WITHOUT BOUNDARIES” UNIVERSITY OF TULSA Allen Chapman Activity Center MARCH 28-31, 2009 Each year, the SWARM Division of AAAS holds annual … Continue reading

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Oklahoma News from NCSE

The National Center for Science Education (NCSE) is a not-for-profit, membership organization providing information and resources for schools, parents and concerned citizens working to keep evolution in public school science education. The Center’s 4000 members are scientists, teachers, clergy, and citizens … Continue reading

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PAEMST

Nominate Outstanding Mathematics and Science Teachers (Grades 7‑12) Today! The Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching is the highest recognition that a kindergarten through 12th‑grade mathematics or science teacher may receive for outstanding teaching in the United States. Awardees are … Continue reading

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More February NEWS from OSDE

Even though February is a short month, A LOT of stuff is happening in science education.  Catch up on the latest, including information about these legislative actions in a special edition Janagram: House Bill 1706 House Bill 1706 ( proposed … Continue reading

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Solar Week March 9‑13, 2009

Once every fall and spring since 2000, Solar Week provides a week of series of web‑based educational classroom activities and games geared for upper‑elementary, middle and high school students, with a focus on the Sun‑Earth connection.  Initiated as a means of encouraging girls in … Continue reading

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