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ERIC Number: EJ567922
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
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ISSN: ISSN-1059-0145
EARTHWATCH Expeditions Impact Science Education: Exposing Teachers to Science and Technology in the Field and in the Classroom.
Nixon, Rachel A.
Journal of Science Education and Technology, v6 n3 p213-29 Sep 1997
Presents six case studies of EARTHWATCH expeditions which provide teachers with opportunities to work with scientists, participate in scientific discovery, and employ new technology. Educators join EARTHWATCH teams to explore tropical and dry forests, monitor ecosystems and species, unearth remains, and consequently develop innovative classroom projects. Sponsors 150 projects in 55 countries annually. (AIM)
Descriptors: Ecology, Educational Research, Environmental Education, Experiential Learning, Field Studies, Higher Education, Naturalistic Observation, Partnerships in Education, Science Instruction, Science Programs, Scientific and Technical Information
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Earthwatch Program