Monthly Archives: November 2012

Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence- Fund for Teachers Grant

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Bob

$5,000 and $10,000 Grants Available for Learning Around the World Deadline to apply is January 31, 2013. Oklahoma public, private, parochial and charter school teachers interested in learning about the Fund for Teachers grant opportunity, how to write a grant proposal … Continue reading →

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NGSS Public Draft Delayed Until January

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Bob

The release of the second and final public draft of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) is set for the first week in January (delayed from the first week in December).  In recognition of the hectic schedules in December and … Continue reading →

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FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY SUMMER RESEARCH TEACHER FELLOWSHIP

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Bob

Eligibility:       Middle and high school science teachers in U.S. schools Dates:            Fellowship year: April 2013 – April 2014 Online application due no later than: January 21, 2013 Notifications: Late March 2013 Fellowship payments: ·      $5,700 for research work … Continue reading →

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Science Matters – November 2012

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Bob

New NRC Report Identifies Key Indicators for Gauging Progress in K–12 STEM Education The National Research Council (NRC) released a report last week, “Monitoring Progress Toward Successful K–12 STEM Education,” that identifies key indicators for measuring progress in K-12 science, … Continue reading →

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NSTA Seeks Input From Science Educators to Prepare for NGSS Implementation

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Bob

The second and final public draft of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) is expected out soon. When the draft is released for public feedback, NSTA encourages science educators to take the time to review this important document and provide … Continue reading →

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TiffanyGram – November 19

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Bob

Greetings Fellow Science Educators! As I traveled to Tahlequah last Monday for a regional meeting, I couldn’t help but notice nature’s beautiful foliage. The trees were a myriad of bright fall colors, which reminded me of a question my students … Continue reading →

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Excerpts from OKLAHOMA EVOLUTION/CLIMATE CHANGE NEWS – 13 November 2012

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Bob

  See OESE web site for news, links, resources… and more. Need a speaker for your group or organization?  Join OESE! Oklahomans for Excellence in Science Education [To subscribe to the OESE list serve:: Send message to okevol-on@okevol.talklist.com with your … Continue reading →

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NSU Chemistry and Physics Academy

Posted on November 15, 2012 by Bob

Northeastern State University (NSU) has been awarded a statewide grant from the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to increase the number of certified Chemistry and Physics teachers in the state of Oklahoma. The NSU Chemistry and Physics Academy (NSU-CAPA) … Continue reading →

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Your Classroom Invited to Webcast w Astronauts on Intl Space Station

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Bob

A Conversation Between Astronauts on International Space Station and REAL Grade 5-12 Student Researchers as Role Models for Your Students Webcast: November 15, 11:35 am to 1:00 pm EST In celebration of International Education Week 2012, you are invited to tune in via … Continue reading →

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It Starts Today…

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Bob

The OSTA Fall Staff Development Conference starts today with the OSTA Awards Reception at the Oklahoma City Zoo. The reception starts at 6:30 in the Nautilus Room inside Aquaticus.  Entry is through the Zoo Education Building.  Get details about the … Continue reading →

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