Jun
24
Nine South Dakota teachers recently had an opportunity to learn how to study “place” both in the classroom and in the field using LEP curriculum amongst other resources.
The teachers spent one day in the classroom learning activities to teach “place” consisting of the physical, ecological and cultural setting. The teachers participated as learners in January Thaw, and then set to work in small groups to peer present LEP activities throughout the day.
Teachers presented:
Home Range to teach about ecology/animals,
Axe-in-Hand to teach ecology/plants,
Green Pasture - geomorphology,
Come High Water – to illustrate the intersection of the natural and built worlds.
The following two days were spent kayaking the White River doing field studies on soil, plants and water. Teachers were required to journal, keeping records not just of the field studies and observations but also their reflection on being in place on the White River.
The spirit of Leopold was infused throughout the entire session. The Good Oak made for an excellent nighttime campfire discussion while Great Possessions and the ignominiously transported coffee cup served well for a morning. Come High Water was continuously on everyone’s mind as the group kept a sharp eye for boards to salvage.
LEP is an excellent resource to integrate place. With its depth and breadth of content, teachers across the curriculum can find material to use in their classrooms.
For more pictures and narrative about the Study of Place workshop, see this photo album
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Jun
3
Title: Leopold Education Project Workshop
Location: Mosquito Hill Nature Center, New London, WI
Description: The Leopold Education Project (LEP) is an innovative, conservation ethics curriculum targeted for grades 6-12, adaptable to grades 4 and 5. This curriculum is based on the essays found in Aldo Leopold’s classic, A Sand County Almanac, that contains month-by-month descriptions of Leopold’s relationship with the natural world. Fee $20 includes teaching materials and snacks. Please bring a bag lunch. For more information or to register (Space is limited), contact:
Jessica Miller
Mosquito Hill Nature Center
N3880 Rogers Road
New London, WI 54961
(920) 779-6433
millerja@co.outagamie.wi.us
Start Time: 9-00 am
Date: September 19,2009
End Time: 4-00 pm
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Jun
2
Title: Leopold Educator Workshop
Location: Aldo Leopold Nature Center Monona WI
Description: Who Should Attend? This workshop welcomes returning LEP participants as well as those new to LEP. The workshop is designed for 4th-12th grade educators (science, language arts, math, art, history), non-formal educators, natural resource professionals, 4-H and Scout leaders, conservation leaders and anyone interested in learning more about fostering a relationship between our youth and the natural world. Each participant will receive a wealth of materials easy to use with both adults and youth. Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.
ALNC Members: $20/person Non-Members: $25/person
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 8, 2009 To register on-line, visit
http://www.naturenet.com/alnc/workshopsretreats.htm, click on TEACHER WORKSHOPS to find the registration form. For more information or to register by phone, call 608-221-0495.
Start Time: 8:30 am -3:00 pm
Date: 2009-06-15
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Jun
2
LEOPOLD EDUCATION PROJECT – NEW NON-FORMAL CURRICULUM WORKSHOP
Aldo Leopold Nature Center – Monona, WI
Monday, June 15, 2009
8:30 am – 3 pm
The Leopold Education Project is an innovative environmental education curriculum based on essays from A Sand County Almanac, written by renowned conservationist, Aldo Leopold. This workshop expands upon previous lessons included in the basic LEP course by featuring a new non-formal curriculum recently published. Participants will receive a copy of A Sand County Almanac, the classic curriculum Lessons in a Land Ethic and a copy of the new Lessons in a Land Ethic for Non-formal Audiences.
This workshop is designed for 4th-12th grade teachers (science, language arts, math, art, history), non-formal educators, natural resource professionals, 4-H and Scout leaders and is appropriate for new and returning LEP participants. Morning refreshments and lunch will be provided.
ALNC Members: $20/person; Non-Members: $25/person
Registration Deadline: Monday, June 8, 2009
To register on-line go to http://www.naturenet.com/alnc/workshopsretreats.htm. For more information or to register by phone, call 608-221-0495.
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May
27
Title: Educator Training Workshop
Location: Wintergarden Lodge – St. John\’s Nature Preserve, Bowling Green, OH
Description: The workshop provides materials and techniques for teaching outdoors, where students can be stimulated by authentic learning experiences. Participants will have a special opportunity to apply what they learn at a youth group event sponsored by the Wood-Lucas Pheasants Forever Chapter.
Fee: $25 (includes lunch and educational materials)
Contact: Lou Best at 419-304-1368 or loubest224@yahoo.com for more registation information or Kim Kaseman at 419-708-1429 or KimKaseman@Metroparkstoledo.com for curriculum information.
Start Time: 08:30
Date: 2009-10-31
End Time: 16:30
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