Fall 2009 Academies

• Teaching Chemistry with Charisma, Grades 5-12 (Course Over)
• Family Science Academy, Grades K-5 (Course Closed)
• Putting Science to Work, Grades 5-12 (Course Closed)

Benefits

Credit

Graduate credit requires previous completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college. The course may be taken for a grade or pass/fail, but may not be audited. To receive full program benefits and credit, participants must actively participate in all components and satisfactorily meet all course requirements, including attending all sessions, completing a final project, using course materials with students, and reporting results.

Application Procedure

Complete the online application. Terrific Science does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, or sexual orientation.

A $50 application fee is required for EACH course. You can apply online and pay the fee with a credit card or by a mailed check payable to Miami University. (Details provided during the application process.) If you must withdraw from a course, $25 of the fee will be refunded if you notify Terrific Science at least 1 week before the start of the course. After that, the application fee is nonrefundable.

Terrific Science Academy Application

These programs fill up fast. Apply today before your spot is taken.

IMPORTANT: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt of the complete application and fee. Late applications will be considered as space permits.

Questions

Have questions about the application process or course details? E-mail us at courses@terrificscience.org or call (513) 727-3392.

	Teaching Chemistry with Charisma Keeping students actively engaged in chemistry can sometimes be a challenge. Enroll in Teaching Chemistry with Charisma and you’ll learn new ways to put the “wow” into your lessons. Based on our newest book, Chemistry with Charisma, this course highlights engaging, hands-on lessons that use toys and everyday objects and encourage students to think like scientists. Participants receive a free copy of the book and some materials. At the second meeting on Oct. 17, 2009, participants will make real world career connections to the activities in the Charisma book by attending the Putting Science to Work session. Meet and chat with scientists and other professionals and see how easy it is to highlight how science concepts are used in the workplace. Grade Level: Ohio teachers of grades 5–12 Course Dates: Saturday September 26, 2009, and Saturday October 17, 2009 Credit: 1 semester hour of graduate credit provided Application Deadline September 21, 2009

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	Family Science Academy Family science events are a great way for kids and parents to learn science together and are wonderful for public relations. Learn and practice 26 fun, inexpensive activities along with tips on organizing and conducting a successful family science event in your area. Participants will receive a free copy of our Science Night Family Fun from A to Z book. Grade Level: Ohio teachers of grades K–5 Course Dates: October 17, 2009, and May 15, 2010 Credit: 1 semester hour of graduate credit provided Application Deadline October 12, 2009

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	Putting Science to Work Science is a crucial part of many exciting careers that your students may not be aware of. It is difficult for the future professionals in your classroom to consider these career options if they don’t know they exist.  This academy gives you the opportunity to learn more about diverse, unique careers so you can make real world connections to your science lessons.  Meet and chat with scientists and other professionals that use science and math to do their job. By attending this academy, you can move your students from saying “Why do I need to learn this?” to “if I learned this, I could have that job!” Grade Level: Ohio teachers of grades 5-12 Course Dates: October 17, 2009, and May 15, 2010 Credit: 1 semester hour of graduate credit provided Application Deadline October 12, 2009

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