Professional Opportunities for Teachers
*To receive PLU credits for workshops,
teachers must bring a Prior Approval Form
to the first meeting.*
Download the Prior Approval Form in Word Format
Download the University of Georgia Professional Learning Course Application in Word Format
Georgia Internships for Teachers (GIFT)
A 4-7 weeks internship with research scientists for selected science, math, social studies, and technology teachers. 5-10 PLU’s or 3 hrs. graduate credit offered.
Stipend: $728 a week – Housing available with some experiences.
For more information, visit the GIFT website.
Georgia Science & Technology - June 3-5 (Traveling Tour)
Join us as we explore the Science and Technology found in two of Georgia’s premier research universities – the University of Georgia and the Georgia Institute of Technology. We will also visit Innovation Centers associated with each of these universities. As educators, teachers are often bound to the classroom, unable to experience first-hand the effects and applications of new technology and innovative ideas. Our goal is to familiarize you with what is happening in Georgia’s universities and to acquaint you with 21st century jobs that are incubating right now. We plan to return you to the classroom with a greater appreciation of the importance of science and technology and a better understanding of the career opportunities available in Georgia in these fields. A $35 non-refundable registration fee made to the University of Georgia is required for application to be considered but lodging and meals are included. We will begin at University of Georgia’s Tifton Campus, NESPAL Bldg.; 2356 Rainwater Road 2 PLU’s awarded.
Limit 20 participants.
BioFuels Workshops – June 9-10 (Atlanta) and June 12-13 (Tifton)
For those who think renewable energy is a 70’s era topic or something destined to be a pipe dream, attending this workshop will prove to be an eye-opening experience. Teachers will not only receive information regarding the current state of bioenergy as well as developments on the horizon, but will also learn how to make biofuels in their classroom. Learning how plant based ethanol and biodiesel are currently being used to stretch petroleum, how pine trees and other plant based products are being developed and refined for commercial use as well as products in the research stage piques the interest of all ages. 1 PLU awarded. Registration Fee: $25
Atlanta Workshop – Metro RESA – June 9th 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; June 10th 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Tifton Workshop – UGA Tifton Campus; NESPAL Bldg; 2356 Rainwater Road;
June 12th 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; June 13th 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Instructor: Ms. Erin Gawron, Certified Biofuels Educator
Biotechnology Workshop – July 22-25 (Tifton)
From crime scenes investigations to manufactured drugs to the food we eat, biotechnology has an increasing impact on our world. What does it mean, how is it used, and where are we going with it? Join scientists and experienced teachers as we explore the mystery of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) using hands-on activities and laboratory experiments. The last 3 days of the workshop, teachers will work with students every morning practicing and perfecting activities they have developed the preceding day. Registration Fee: $100 Limited to 10 middle and high school science and/or math teachers.. 3 PLU’s.
Location: Univ. of Georgia, Tifton Campus; NESPAL Bldg.; 2356 Rainwater Rd. Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Instructor: Ms. Ina Claire Webb
Energy – both basic forms (electrical, radiant, mechanical, chemical) and also renewable technologies (solar panels, wind turbines, hydrogen fuel cells, biofuels) - will be addressed for K-5 teachers. Teachers will build understanding of GPS energy content (resources and conversions) and inquiry activities to improve lesson delivery and assist student learning. Telephone and e-mail follow-up contacts and loans of teaching materials will support teachers’ development, delivery, and evaluation of lessons utilizing enhanced energy content and inquiry. Fall redelivery at home schools will enhance peer teachers’ content knowledge and activity repertoire. Participants will receive 1 PLU, $60 stipend, and book (Energy - Stop Faking It) upon completion of workshop participation plus follow-up experiences to be finished by December, 2008.
Location: Univ. of Georgia, Tifton Campus; NESPAL Bldg.; 2356 Rainwater Rd. Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Instructor: Ms. Bette Baldwin
Susan Reinhardt
slr@uga.edu
229-386-3050
