This institute will engage teachers in learning Earth Sciences via hands-on, geol-
ogy field trips in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan described in a new publication
Exploring the Geology of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula: A Field Trip Guide for Grades
4-12 Educators (all participants will receive). Expert geologists and well seasoned edu-
cators will use the guide to introduce teachers to major geologic features and processes,
including glaciology, sedimentary, metamorphic, and volcanic rocks, fossils, faulting,
folding and erosion, and a history of copper and iron ore mining. Natural outcrops of
rock have created spectacular waterfalls and ancient oceans leave their story in the
abundant fossil record .
Michigan's Upper Peninsula boasts more than 150 collectible rocks and minerals
which draw rockhounds from across the nation. Sometimes as many as 20 kinds can be
identified in a single area. The Keweenaw Peninsula is the heart of some of the best rock
collecting ground in the North Central States. Gain valuable content knowledge and expe-
riences that you can take back to your classroom. Discover the fun of earth-caching and
how to hook your students into unlocking geologic secrets and enhancing their enjoyment
for Earth science concepts.
Teacher Professional Development
Exploring the Geology of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Teacher Institute July 23 - 27, 2012
Registration includes
2 graduate credits!
$495
Registration Deadline June 1, 2012
Course Credit Receive 2 graduate credits from MTU.
Bring geology into your classroom!
Funding provided by the Michigan Space Grant Consortium.
Coordinated by the Center for Science & Environmental Outreach
Cost
The $495 registration includes 2 graduate credits from Michigan Tech University, most meals, 4 nights lodging, transportation during the institute, and museum/excursion fees. Payment is due June 1st by check payable to: Michigan Tech University D93725, or by credit card (Visa, MC, Discover) by calling the MTU Cashier’s Office at 906-487-2247. Refunds only if space filled. [Generous support from the Michigan Space Grant Consortium helps reduce the official cost of Michigan Tech tuition for both Michigan and out-of-state residents (official 2011-12 Michigan Tech Applied Science Education Graduate Tuition for Residents and Non-Residents is $457 per credit)].
Financial Aid
The Michigan Space Grant Consortium (MSGC) K-12 Educator Incentive Program will provide up to $400 for Michigan teachers to attend workshops on math and science. For an application:
http://mi.spacegrant.org/index.
To Apply/More Information
Application forms and updated information available at: http://wupcenter.mtu.edu
Application deadline is: June 1, 2012
Submit applications to: Joan Chadde, Institute Coordinator Center for Science & Environmental Outreach
105 Dillman Hall - Michigan Tech University
1400 Townsend Dr., Houghton, MI 49931
Tel: 906-487-3341 Fax: 906-487-1620
Email: [email protected]
Accommodations & Meals
Registration includes meals and 4 nights lodging M-Th (double occupancy) at hotels in Silver City, Marquette, and Munising, and one night on MTU’s campus.
Investigate the Geology of Michigan!
View the Keweenaw fault at Bete Gris in the Keweenaw Peninsula where sandstone lies next to lavas thrust upward thousands of feet.
Examine lava flows in the Keweenaw Peninsula, some forming great cliffs, as seen near Phoenix and the Cliff Mine, where one flow is more than 1,200 feet thick!
Observe Jacobsville sandstone and serpentinized
peridotite at Presque Isle Park near Marquette.
Investigate the shoreline processes and glacial
features of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore..
Explore glacial features, such as striations, erratics, and glacial lakes throughout the U.P.
Visit beautiful Tahquamenon Falls State Park and observe exposed layers of bedrock at the Upper Falls and learn how bedrock is formed.
Visit Seaman Mineral Museum and several other area mines.
Instructors
Dr. Bill Rose, Professor, Geological & Mining Engineering & Sciences, Michigan Tech University Invited
Emily Gocchis, PhD. candidate, Michigan Tech University
Erika Vye, PhD candidate, Michigan Tech University
Kathleen Clough, Teacher in National Parks Program
David Kronk, Training Instructor, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Invited
Bob Wild, Park Interpreter, Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park
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