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Dear Science Educator,
As the National Science Teachers Association affirms the importance of international collaboration and vibrantly encourages professional development opportunities for science educators to experience first-hand the culture and related science found in other parts of the world, Holbrook is proud to partner with NSTA on behalf of Global Inquiry and Investigation. After a truly astounding response by participants in 2009 pioneer adventure, an additional session has been added to the 2010 roster for Global Science Education in Costa Rica as an official NSTA affiliated program.
We invite you to explore and experience a most unique educational adventure set in one of the greatest classrooms on earth – the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica! As it is located in the heart of Central America, Costa Rica offers an incredible diversity of ecosystems for you to explore. Home to over 600 species of butterflies, over 850 species of birds, and 205 species of mammals, Costa Rica has all the ingredients necessary for a perfect outdoor classroom!
The design of each program will highlight active scientific research with instructional applications. Throughout each program, the thread of cultural exchange and service will be applied offering a multi-dimensional approach to learning. Leading scientific experts in the field will share their knowledge and actively engage you in their cutting edge research. The program and curriculum offered are designed to strategically utilize the unique physical, human and cultural resources of Costa Rica and will be modeled on the research based successful practices of inquiry, cooperative learning and technology integration. The academic experiences also will allow the full exposure to the political, economic, cultural, and social institutions of Costa Rica.
Consider joining the brightest and best of all science educators on this exceptional field study expedition hosted by NSTA and Holbrook this summer 2010. It will truly be a summer to remember.
See
you in Costa Rica!
Sharing
the Wonders of Our World,
Dr.
Marylin Lisowski (NSTA Program Leader)
Al Hovey
NSTA International Committee Chair
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