G.E.T. in the Field
A research experience for eight 9th – 12th grade Science Teachers
July 10th-July 20th;
Oklahoma State University
GET in the Field will provide teachers…
with hands-on experiences in geology, an introduction to the principles of geology, and assistance with developing inquiry-based curriculum to use in your classroom. During this 10-day experience, we will explore the geology of Oklahoma with a focus on water chemistry. We will visit several aquifers, natural springs, and the Tar Creek superfund site.
Teachers will stay in dorms located on the campus of Oklahoma State University. We will travel by department van to each field trip. Althought we will not be walking long distances, being able to walk a couple of miles in the Oklahoma summer is a requirement for particpation. Teachers will also receive a stipend for their particiption and a daily meal allowance. Additionally, teachers will receive geological field and testing equipment so that they can reproduce their experiences in the classroom with their students.
GET in the Field participation does not end with the 10-day experience. Participants will implement the curriculum that they develop in their classrooms, as a follow up to field camp.
GET in the Field is a research study…
that is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) and opperated by education research faculty and geologist from Oklahoma State Unviersity. Your expereinces during the program will be documented for the NSF and analyzed for research reports to the NSF and other professional education organizations. Confidentiality will be maintained for all participants by removing names from all documents and using codes and pseudonyms in their place. By applying to participate in G.E.T. in the Field, you are stating that you understand that G.E.T. in the Field is a research study and are willing to participate. Informed consent forms will be made available upon your arrival to the Oklahoma State University campus. If you have any further questions about your rights as a research volunteer, you may contact: Dr. Shelia Kennison, IRB Chair, 219 Cordell North, Stillwater, OK 74078, 405-744-3377 or irb@okstate.ed; or Dr. Toni Ivey, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, STCL, 232 Willard, Stillwater, OK 74078, 405-744-8005, toni.ivey@okstate.edu
is completing the Application and Informed Consent form and submitting them along with two (2) letters of recommendation. Additionally, you will need to submit a letter of support from your administrator which states his/her support for your participation in the program and his/her understanding that you are expected to implement the curriculum you develop in your classroom.
The costs for all teachers in G.E.T. in the Field are underwritten by the National Science Foundation