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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is committed to enhancing the natural resources stewardship ethic of all Maryland citizens. That is why we
offer a variety of services for K-12 students, teachers, and other Maryland
residents:
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Earth Science Week 2008
What is “Earth science”? Very broadly, Earth science means sciences related to planet Earth. Earth sciences include geology, soil science, oceanography, and meteorology, which focus on earth systems, rock and mineral types, natural hazards, weather, water resources, and energy.
“No Child Left Inside” will focus the nation on learning about the earth sciences in their natural setting, outside. Schoolchildren across the nation will turn off the TV and step away from their computers to discover the rocks, soil, watersheds, and weather patterns in their community.
“The best earth science classroom, any geoscientist will tell you, is the outdoors,” says Ann E. Benbow, AGI Director of Education and Outreach. “We’re encouraging students, teachers, and everyone interested in earth science to learn by experiencing it firsthand during Earth Science Week 2008. That means hiking over and digging into the Earth, taking water samples, making cloud observations, and more.”
This year marks the 10th anniversary of Earth Science Week. Since the beginning, the event has grown dramatically, enabling more students to focus on the many aspects of the earth sciences and the various careers within the field.
The American Geological Institute is a nonprofit federation of 44 geoscientific and professional associations that represents more than 120,000 geologists, geophysicists and other earth scientists. Founded in 1948, AGI provides information services to geoscientists, serves as a voice of shared interests in the profession, plays a major role in strengthening geoscience education, and strives to increase public awareness of the vital role the geosciences play in society's use of resources, resiliency to natural hazards, and interaction with the environment.
Explore other Earth science links
The Maryland Geological Survey has compiled a web page of links to Earth science resources for our state and beyond (http://www.mgs.md.gov/beyond.html#club).
Earth Science Week contests and materials
For more information on Earth Science Week for teachers, students, the general public and the media, see http://www.earthsciweek.org.
MAEOE Conference
Projects Wet, Wild, and Learning Tree Facilitator Training
Wonders of Wetlands Educator Workshop
Planning of Wetlands Schoolyard Habitat Aquatic Grants
The Earth Science Week 2008 theme, “No Child Left Inside,” encourage young people to learn about the geosciences by getting away from the television, off the computer, and out of doors.
Attend the largest state environmental education conference in the country! This year promises to bring you new and exciting workshops and sessions. Participate in the book-share, make your commute carbon neutral, and be a part of the MAEOE challenge! Registration is open. Visit www.maeoe.org for more information.
Who: All Environmental Educators
Where: Harford Glen Environmental Education Center
When: November 14-16
Cost: $50 -- includes materials, meals, and lodging
Contact: Cindy Etgen or call 410-260-8716
WOW! Introduces you to basic wetland ecology, including soil, water and plants, as well as wetland functions and values through fun and interactive activities in lesson plan format. Bring wetlands alive and into the classroom!
When: December 17th, 9am - 4pm
Cost: $25
Contact: Jamie Schofield, Environmental Concern, Inc. (410) 745 9620 or visit www.wetland.org
POW! Is designed to lead you through the design, creation, installation and monitoring of a wetland on your school grounds or within your community.
When: December 18th, 9am - 4pm
Cost: $30
Contact: Jamie Schofield, Environmental Concern, Inc. (410) 745 9620 or visit www.wetland.org
Looking for a unique and creative project to do with your students? Create a
schoolyard habitat in any setting. Find out how by visiting:
www.maeoe.org/habitat
Need funding for your aquatic education related project? Whether you need
substitute funds to attend a water-related professional development opportunity,
equipment, plants that benefit the bay, or aquatic field trips, this may be your
solution. Simple, quick application form. Visit
Aquatic Resources Education for more
details.
Contact: Cindy Etgen
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Updated November 06, 2008