2009 Summer Academies in Math, Science and Technology — Grades 8-9
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- Explore forensic science.
- Design a video game.
- Build a robot.
- And much more!!!
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Be sure to request applications from the contact person listed under the academy you choose. Or call 1.800.858.1840 for more information.
Cameron University, Lawton
Science Detectives
Residential
May 31-June 6
The Science Detectives Summer Academy bridges the gap between talking about science and doing science. The participants literally will become "field detectives," going out into the field to collect water samples from area lakes, ponds, streams, drinking water sources pools and other water sources to bring them in from the field for laboratory testing to determine, "What is that stuff in the water?" This is particularly timely in light of recent outbreaks of E-coli. The participants will learn about testing for and recognizing various coliforms and pathogens.
Contact: Dr. Joe Langley, jlangley@cameron.edu or 580.581.2852, or Beth Young, byoung@cameron.edu or 580.581.2281
Redlands Community College, El Reno
Exploring Natural Resources
Residential
Session 1: June 7-13
Session 2: June 14-20
This academy will provide two cohorts of 24 students each to study Oklahoma’s natural resources. On field trips, students will obtain water samples from across Oklahoma. Macro-invertebrate specimens will be used to graph and report data. Students will learn about the safety and ethical concerns involved in field and laboratory studies while engaging in stimulating, hands-on sample collecting. The combination of field trips, science experiences and computer experiences will provide students an opportunity to gain math, science and critical-thinking skills while experiencing campus residential life.
Contact: Dr. Raymond Frazier, frazierr@redlandscc.edu or 405.422.1400, ext. 2311
The University of Tulsa
Technology Education and Collaborative: Summer TEC
Commuter
Session 1: June 24-July 3
Session 2: July 13-22
Two TEC Academies will focus on activities integrating GPS with GIS software. Students in these academies will use hand-held GPS receivers for data collection at TU during a field trip. Students will then process the data to create interactive GIS maps. Students will work individually and in groups with personal computers to present their results through PowerPoint presentations. Students will use digital recording devices, download data sets from the Internet, participate in chat rooms, use innovative software and participate in GPS scavenger hunts and geo-caches.
Contact: Dr. David Brown, 918.631.2719, or visit http://orgs.utulsa.edu/tec
Western Oklahoma State College, Altus
Plant Biology and Genomics
Residential
June 1-5
During this academy, rising eighth- and ninth-grade students will be engaged in studying plant biology using a curriculum integrating mathematics, science and technology with field experiences. These include an entry-level course in DNA science. This academy is designed for highly motivated students interested in expanding their knowledge of basic genetics and applications in plant biology. Laboratory experiments are designed to increase genetic literacy, encourage critical and creative thinking and spark interest in science. Besides laboratory explorations, there is a field trip, career exploration activities, bioethics discussions and recreational components to add to the team spirit of the academy and the fun of learning experiences.
Contact: Elizabeth Wallace, Western Oklahoma State College, 2801 N. Main, Altus, OK 73521, elizabeth.wallace@wosc.edu or 580.477.7761
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