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Here's the list of GSA sessions related to geoscience education. Please
consider submitting an abstract!
Thanks,
Don
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Dear Geoscience Education Division Members,
The Geological Society of America’s 2012 Annual
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GSA is sponsoring 18 sessions at this year’s conference, and 30
sessions
address geoscience education. Topics range across geoscience disciplines,
kinds of education venues, and teaching approaches and technologies used.
The session descriptions are below and their quality and diversity promise
an engaging and enriching meeting.
This year’s meeting is in Charlotte, North Carolina, from November 4 – 7.
For more information on the meeting, see the link provided. For more
information on a particular session, contact the session advocates, listed
with each session description.
Please consider submitting an
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and plan to join us in November.
Thank you!
Your GSA Geoscience Education Division Officers
Dean Moosavi, Division Chair
Don Duggan-Haas<[log in to unmask]>,
First Vice-Chair & JTPC Representative*
Elizabeth Heise<[log in to unmask]>,
Second Vice Chair & JTPC Representative*
Christopher Lawrence Atchison, Secretary-Treasurer
Paul Baldauf, Past Chair
*Joint Technical Program Committee
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*GEOSCIENCE EDUCATION-RELATED SESSIONS:*
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T49. Geology in the National Forests and Grasslands—Stewardship, Education,
and Research*
GSA Hydrogeology Division; GSA Geology and Society Division; USDA Forest
Service
Christopher P. Carlson, Michael A. Crump
This session will explore aspects of the geological sciences related to the
National Forests and
Grasslands. Topics include paleontology, geomorphology, hydrogeology,
geoecology,
natural-hazard mitigation, cave and karst resources, and interpretive and
recreational geology.
Environmental Geoscience | Geoscience Education | Public Policy
*T51. Geology and Health: Getting the Word Out*
GSA Geology and Health Division; GSA Geology and Society Division; GSA
Geoscience Education Division; Geoscience Information Society
Julia Linnaea Wise, Robert B. Finkelman
This session will highlight examples of how to successfully communicate the
value of geoscience
input in health to the health/biomedical communities, decision makers, and
to the public.
Geology and Health | Geoscience Education | Public Policy
*
T57. Building a Professional Portfolio through Hands-On Research Activities
in the Geosciences: *
Focusing on Early Involvement of Undergraduate and K–12 Students (Posters)
GSA Geology and Society Division; Council on Undergraduate Research; GSA
Environmental
and Engineering Geology Division; GSA Geoscience Education Division
Nazrul I. Khandaker, Stanley Schleifer
This session is open to faculty mentors and students interested in general
geology and
environmental topics that warrant field, computational, and
laboratory-based data as part
of their research tools. Domestic and international geoscience-related
issues are highly
welcome.
Geoscience Education | Geoscience Information/Communication | Environmental
Geoscience
*
T58. Formative Assessment in Geoscience Education (Posters)*
National Association of Geoscience Teachers
Matthew A. Ludwig, Heather L. Petcovic
Classroom formative assessment can significantly improve student
achievement
through feedback during the learning process, rather than by grading. This
poster
session explores research, practical examples, and technology related to
formative
assessment in college geoscience courses.
Geoscience Education
*T59. Seeing through the Eyes of the Geologist: Eye Tracking, Video, and
Image Analysis
in Geoscience Education and Geocognition Research (Digital Posters)*
GSA Geoscience Education DivisionCaitlin N. Callahan, Julie Libarkin
This session focuses on the use and analysis of eye-tracking, video, and
still images within empirical research in geoscience education and
geocognition. Presentations may describe novel methodologies, applications,
and/or results from research studies. digital poster
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Geoscience Education
*T60. EarthScope in Geoscience Education and Outreach: Past Successes and
Future Opportunities*
National Association of Geoscience Teachers; GSA Geoscience Education
Division;
GSA Geophysics Division
Steven Semken, J. Ramón Arrowsmith, Steven J. Whitmeyer
Educators and scientists who use EarthScope facilities, projects, data, or
scientific findings in support of geoscience education and outreach for
students, teachers,
decision makers, and the public can feature and share their practices,
materials, and outcomes.
Geoscience Education | Geoscience Information/Communication |
Geophysics/Tectonophysics/Seismology
*T61. Research and Instructional Approaches of Access and Inclusion to
Increase
Diversity in the Geosciences*
GSA Geoscience Education Division; International Advisory for Geoscience
Diversity
Christopher Atchison, Sharon Locke
Geoscience educators and students are encouraged to disseminate research
findings and instructional experiences that promotes the enhancement of a
diverse
participation in the geosciences through increased access and inclusion.
Geoscience Education | Geology and Health | Geoscience
Information/Communication
*
T62. Geology Careers for New Geology Graduates*
GSA Geophysics Division; American Institute of Professional Geologists;
National Association of Geoscience Teachers
John M. Stewart, Ronald J. Wallace
Geologists working in different areas of employment will advise students
regarding their career opportunities and highlight many areas where jobs
are
available about which students may not be aware.
Geoscience Education | Geoscience Information/Communication
*T63. Digital Education Resources and Strategies: Best Practices and
Content That Support
Hybrid Learning K–20 and Professionally*
GSA Geoscience Education Division; On the Cutting Edge
Christopher Thomas, Jennifer A. Nelson, Karin B. Kirk
This session showcases strategies for digital instructional content,
collections,
or teaching/training strategies that enhance or replace traditional
face-to-face approaches.
The emphasis is on approaches that are researched and assessed and are
shareable, open
source, and scaleable.
Geoscience Education | Geoscience Information/Communication
*T64. Informal Geosciences Education and Learning Environments*
UNC Charlotte Ctr. for Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics Educ.
Andy R. Bobyarchick, David K. Pugalee
Informal learning environments support community science literacy beyond
traditional
academic venues through the use of designed spaces where people pursue
interests in
science, engage in inquiry, and reflect on those experiences.
Geoscience Education | Geoscience Information/Communication | Public Policy
*T65. Student Use of Smart Phone/Tablet Technology in the Field or
Classroom:
An Educational Resource or the Bane of Your Existence? (Posters)*
GSA Geoscience Education Division
J. Armour
This session addresses the costs/benefits and successes/failures in student
use of smart phone and tablet technology within geoscience learning
environments.
Geoscience Education | Geoscience Information/Communication | Remote
Sensing/
Geographic Info System
*T66. New Strategies for Teaching Mineralogy, Petrology, Geochemistry, and
Volcanology (MPVG) to Geoscience Majors and General Education Students
(Posters)*
GSA Geoscience Education Division; GSA Mineralogy, Geochemistry, Petrology,
and
Volcanology Division; National Association of Geoscience Teachers
Elizabeth A. Johnson, Jodie Hayob, Shelley Jaye, Elizabeth McClellan
This session explores (1) strategies for teaching MPGV topics, including
energy and
mineral resources, to geoscience majors or students in introductory
courses, and
(2) ways to transfer pedagogy and content between introductory and advanced
courses.
Geoscience Education | Mineralogy/Crystallography | Petrology, Igneous
*T67. Innovative Classroom Approaches to Teaching Biogeochemistry*
Council on Undergraduate Research; International Association of
GeoChemistry (IAGC); Geochemical Society
Steven Goldsmith, Sarah K. Fortner, Stephen Levas
We seek contributions that entail innovative classroom approaches to
teaching
biogeochemistry at a variety of levels (K–12, undergraduate, and graduate).
Of particular interest are approaches that blend research and classroom
experiences.
Geoscience Education | Geochemistry | Limnogeology
*T68. Undergraduate Research as Teaching Practice*
Council on Undergraduate Research
Patricia Manley, Jeff Ryan, Edward C. Hansen
This session will deal with educational aspects of undergraduate research
ranging from assessments of the pedagogical effectiveness of different
approaches,
mentoring students, and the nuts and bolts of setting up and doing research
with students.
Geoscience Education
*T70. Fostering the Next Generation: Support for Pre-College Teachers and
Students by Professional Societies, Institutions, and Federal Agencies*
National Association of Geoscience Teachers; National Earth Science
Teachers
Association; GSA Education & Outreach Teacher Advocate Program; American
Geophysical Union Education Program
Michael J. Passow
Sharing exemplars of programs created by professional societies,
educational
institutions, organizations, and federal agencies that effectively support
K–12 teachers
and students and foster the next generation of geoscientists.
Geoscience Education
*T71. Climate Literacy: Research and Evaluation Outcomes from Informal and
Formal Climate Education Efforts*
GSA Geoscience Education Division; Climate Literacy Network; GSA Geology
and
Society Division
Susan Buhr, Karen S. McNeal
This session encourages abstracts which provide evidence-based knowledge
and guidance for the climate education community from a variety of formal
and
informal educational contexts.
Geoscience Education
*T72. Geology in the National Parks: Research, Mapping, and Resource
Management*
National Association of Geoscience Teachers
Bruce A. Heise, Jason P. Kenworthy
This session addresses the role of geoscience in the National Parks.
Presentations
on geologic research, geologic mapping, paleontology, coastal geology and
geomorphology, and resource management in National Parks, Monuments,
Seashores, and Historic Sites are encouraged.
Geoscience Education | Geoscience Information/Communication |
Marine/Coastal Science
*T73. Successful Strategies for Teaching Online Geoscience Courses*
National Association of Geoscience Teachers
Shane V. Smith
This session will focus on successful pedagogical strategies, laboratory
activities,
and assessment tools that can be used to improve and support teaching and
learning
in online geoscience courses.
Geoscience Education | Geoscience Information/Communication
*T74. Teaching Controversy in the K–16 Earth Science Classroom*
GSA Geoscience Education Division; Paleontological Society;
National Association of Geoscience Teachers
Laura A. Guertin, Tanya Furman
Evolution, climate change, offshore drilling, nuclear energy—all are topics
rich in
content and controversial in nature. We seek presenters to share approaches
and
strategies for introducing controversy in the K–16 classroom.
Geoscience Education
*T75. Climate Literacy: Formal and Informal Educational Activities and
Community
Outreach to Support an Informed Society*
GSA Geoscience Education Division; Climate Literacy Network; GSA Geology
and Society Division
Tamara Shapiro Ledley, Jeffrey Ryan
This session will focus on descriptions of efforts for pre-college
(students & teachers),
higher education, informal education audiences and community outreach,
including
materials, activities, curriculum, capstone projects, service learning,
professional
development programs, and community activities.
Geoscience Education | Geoscience Information/Communication | Public Policy
*T76. Teaching Teachers: Examples of Successful Geoscience Content Courses
and Workshops for Pre-Service and in-Service Teachers*
GSA Geoscience Education Division; National Association of Geoscience
Teachers
Kyle Gray, Jennifer Anderson, Amy L. Ellwein
This technical session brings together presentations that illustrate
courses or lessons
designed for pre-service or in-service teachers including geoscience
content courses,
field-based courses, and summer workshops.
Geoscience Education
*T77. Innovations and Challenges in Non-Major Instruction in Two- and
Four-Year Colleges*
National Association of Geoscience Teachers; Geo2YC; GSA Geoscience
Education Division
David H. Voorhees, Suzanne T. Metlay
This session explores innovative pedagogy of part- and full-time faculty in
geoscience
classes predominantly of diverse students solely seeking general education
requirements.
This requires innovative strategies to ensure engagement and success in all
learning environments.
Geoscience Education
*T79. Uncertainty in Earth and Climate Science: Communicating Uncertainty
to the Public*
GSA Geology and Society Division; GSA Geoscience Education Division; GSA
Geology and
Public Policy Committee; GSA Quaternary Geology and Geomorphology Division;
GSA International Section
David W. Szymanski, J.E. Fryxell, Tamara Shapiro Ledley
The term "uncertainty" carries a dramatically different meaning in the
public realm compared
to the way it is used by scientists. This session will cover pitfalls and
strategies in communicating
uncertainty in scientific data.
Geoscience Information/Communication | Geoscience Education | Public Policy
*T80. Geoscience Information: Investing in the Future*
Geoscience Information Society
Robert L. Tolliver
How are libraries investing in the future of geoscience information? This
session
will look at traditional print and online publications, non-traditional
information
sources, data management and digital repositories, preservation, and other
future
information resources.
Geoscience Information/Communication | Geoinformatics | Geoscience Education
*T81. Don't be a Dinosaur: Geoscience Information in the 21st Century
(Posters)*
Geoscience Information Society
Robert L. Tolliver
This poster session will provide a glimpse of the different ways that
geoscience
librarians and others are addressing the information challenges of the 21st
century.
Geoscience Information/Communication | Geoinformatics | Geoscience Education
*T87. Building Capacity for Hydrologic Science in Water-Stressed Regions of
the
World (Posters)*
GSA Hydrogeology Division; GSA Environmental and Engineering Geology
Division;
GSA Geology and Health Division; GSA Geology and Society Division; GSA
Geoscience
Education Division; International Association of Hydrogeologists, U.S.
National Chapter;
National Ground Water Association; Consortium of Universities for the
Advancement of
Hydrologic Science Inc.; GSA Limnogeology Division
Alan E. Fryar, Adam Milewski, Mohamed I. Sultan
The development and prudent management of water resources depends upon the
appropriate training of hydrologists. We seek posters on integrating
hydrologic education
with research and practice in water-stressed regions, especially in Africa
and Asia.
Hydrogeology | Geoscience Education
*T130. Bloss Mineralogical Session: In Honor of the Life-Time
Accomplishments
of F. Donald Bloss, Emeritus Alumni
*Distinguished Professor, Virginia Tech, as a Researcher, Author, and
Teacher in the
Field of Optical Mineralogy
GSA Mineralogy, Geochemistry, Petrology, and Volcanology Division;
Mineralogical
Society of America
Mickey E. Gunter, Nancy Ross
Contributions are broadly oriented toward teaching and research in optical
mineralogy
and applications of polarized light microscopy (e.g., petrology, forensics,
asbestos
identification, etc.) and those wishing to honor Professor Bloss for his
contributions in
mineralogy.
Mineralogy/Crystallography | Petrology, Experimental | Geoscience Education
*T151. Linking Earth-Observing Data and Planetary Mission Data in the
Teaching and
Presentation of Basic Geoscience to K–12 Students, Teachers, and the
General Public*
GSA Planetary Geology Division; GSA Geoscience Education Division
Jayne C. Aubele, Eric J. Pyle, Jeannie Allen
We encourage abstracts on programs that combine NASA's Earth Observing Data
with
Planetary Mission Data to teach geoscience at all levels and to present
geoscience
topics in museums and other informal science education venues.
Planetary Geology | Geoscience Education | Remote Sensing/Geographic Info
System
*T157. Gridview Image Manipulation for LOLA and MOLA Topographical Data
(Posters)*
GSA Planetary Geology Division
Rosemary A. Millham
GRIDVIEW software, an image manipulation tool, is decidedly an innovative
tool
for use in the study of planetary geomorphology using IDL created data
images for Earth's
Moon and Mars.
Planetary Geology | Geomorphology | Geoscience Education
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