Kopernik Talent Search (KTS) - The Kopernik Space Education Center offers a sequence of K12 programs for students highly interested in science and technology through the Kopernik Talent Search (KTS). KTS encourages young people to work and to think like scientists as they explore the world around them. Kopernik students discover the excitement of hands on learning at one of the best K12 science lab complexes available.
NY Hall of Science - The Science Hall features more than 400 interactive exhibits to explore the wonder and excitement of biology,chemistry and physics through engaging permanent and traveling exhibitions.
Teacher Education Programs at Brooklyn Botanic Garden - Teacher Education Programs are offered at Brooklyn Botanic Garden year round and are designed to help you integrate plant studies in your own classroom and extend your lessons to the Garden and other green spaces in your community. Programs include Kitchen Botany: The Plants We Eat , Starting With Seeds: Beginning Investigations Through Inquiry and Worm Composting in the Classroom.
Curriculum Development Workshop in Plant Sciences 2007 - We are offering a workshop for pre- and in-service educators to work with scientists to develop classroom laboratory exercises related to various aspects of plant biology. In addition to developing original projects, we will be reworking ?cookbook? labs to make them more current and inquiry-based. During the week, there will be hands-on plant-based activities, tours of the Boyce Thompson Institute research facilities and seminars on current topics in plant biology. Applications due March 15, 2007.
Biology Lesson Plans - Are you looking for complete, well written K12 lesson plans to add to your biology lessons? The topics at this site include: Neuroscience, General Anatomy and Physiology and Environmental Sciences and Animal Biology Activities.
Cornell University Tri-Sci Club - Tri-Sci Club is organized by Nanobiotechnology Center(NBTC) at Cornell to stimulate girls' interest in science and engineering. It provides role models for girls interested in science and engineering careers and encourages interscholastic interactions between girls with similar interests and abilities.
Annual Elementary Teacher Science Workshop - Looking for hands on science activities for your elementary school students? This two day workshop offers elementary school teachers the unique opportunity to explore various hands on science activities. These science activities come with lesson plans that align with National Education Standards, New York State Math, Science, and Technology Standards.
Programs for Teachers and Students: Exploration Tours - Exploration Tours include Sensory, Ecological, Flower, and Exploring for Plants We Use. The Tours take students preK to 5 on a planned journey that includes a hands on planting activity and a tour of the grounds and possibly Steinhardt Conservatory.
Action Bioscience: Promoting Bioscience Literacy - Why preserve life's variety? How fragile is our planet? What does the genome reveal? How is biotech changing the world? The Action Bioscience site offers original material and links to articles and classroom resources that help shed light on these and other issues affecting everyday life in a variety of ways.
Environmental Protection Agency High School Environmental Center - The EPA Environmental High School Environmental Center is their web site for students, grades 9 to 12. This portal to EPA environmental resources will inform you about environmental issues and help you protect the environment.
School-Business Partnerships of Long Island FIRST LEGO League - Eight weeks of research and design culminate in the SBPLI-LI FIRST LEGO League Tournament. The challenge and excitement of designing and building an original robot for 9 to 14 year olds demonstrates their problem-solving skills, creative thinking, teamwork,
competitive play and sportsmanship. The synopsis of the 2007/08 season is not yet available.
Columbia University Summer Research Program for Science Teachers - The primary aim of the Program is to provide New York metropolitan area middle and high school science teachers with sustained hands-on experience in scientific research so they can better understand the practice of science, and better transmit to their students and fellow teachers a feeling for its practice. Each teacher spends two consecutive summers working as a laboratory research assistant under the supervision of a Columbia faculty mentor.
Pace University Summer Scholars Program 2007: Environmental Studies - Pace's Environmental Studies track takes a look at the world and the health threats that face it. The two classes offered are: International Public Health and Agenda for Sustainable Development: What is Your Generation Doing?
ESF S.C.I.E.N.C.E.: Summer Camps Investigating Ecology in Neighborhood and City Environments - ESF SCIENCE exposes Syracuse middle school students to science and environmental education. Through summer environmental camps, students are involved in programs that emphasize urban ecology and urban ecosystems that are relevant to their lives, a critical key for cultivating and sustaining interest in science during the middle school years and beyond.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Teaching Center - This site is for educators who wish to teach about the environment. It offers background information on a variety of topics, lesson plans, and activities that work in and out of the classroom. You will also find information on workshops, conferences, grants, awards and a variety of other information that will assist you in your educational goals.
American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) - The Society's purpose is to advance the science of biochemistry and molecular biology through publication of scientific and educational journals,organization of scientific meetings, advocacy for funding of basic research and education, support of science education at all levels, and promoting the diversity of individuals entering the scientific workforce.
Biotechnology Summer Camp - Students will explore topics in three general areas of science: microbiology, biochemistry and molecular biology. Activities will include: growth, isolation and characterization of microbes, protein chemistry, chromatography, enzy-mology, regulation of gene expression, DNA isolation analysis, amplification (PCR) and genetic modification using standard laboratory model organisms
National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) - Established in 1988 as a national resource for molecular biology information, NCBI creates public databases, conducts research in computational biology, develops software tools for analyzing genome data, and disseminates biomedical information - all for the better understanding of molecular processes affecting human health and disease.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Teaching Center - This site is for educators who wish to teach about the environment. It offers background information on a variety of topics, lesson plans, and activities that work in and out of the classroom. You will also find information on workshops, conferences, grants, awards and a variety of other information that will assist you in your educational goals.
Cornell Institute for Biology Teachers - Originally designed specifically for high school biology teachers, the Cornell Institute for Biology Teachers (CIBT) now includes elementary through high school teachers and school administrators. CIBT offers unique opportunities for professional development. The Classroom Resources and Activities section you'll find resources for CIBT-developed labs and activities.
SUNY New Paltz Summer Camp: Mad Science Robotics Camp - Mad Science has sparked imaginative learning with their unique brand of engaging and educational live programs and activities. Robotics Camp - Explore the basic technology used to design and build robots and discover how they work. Learn about simple machines, gear structure, battery wiring, motor principles and electronic circuits.
Cornell University's Shoals Marine Laboratory: Marine Environmental Science - Marine Environmental Studies focus is on coastal marine habitats, with an emphasis on issues as they relate to global habitats and concerns. Laboratory exercises and field work include explorations along Appledore's rocky intertidal zone, and excursions to neighboring islands to observe harbor seal and seabird colonies.Foundamental scientific research methods and equipment are introduced, and each student has the opportunity to be involved in group research projects while earning 4 Cornell credits.
GLOBE Program (Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment) - The GLOBE Program (Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment) is a worldwide hands-on, primary and secondary school-based education and science program. Around the world, K12 students are making scientific observations and reporting their data to GLOBE for use in research.There are over 13,000 schools involved in the U.S.
Greatest Engineering Achievements of the 20th Century - How many of the 20th century's greatest engineering achievements will you use today? A car? Computer? Telephone? Explore the Greatest Engineering Achievements of the 20th Century list of the top 20 achievements and learn how engineering shaped a century and changed the world.
New York City / New Jersey FIRST - New York City / New Jersey FIRST is dedicated to inspiring young people's interest in science and technology. Through the FIRST programs young proplr have the opportunity to participate on FIRST Robotics , FIRST Vex Challenge , and FIRST LEGO League and Junior FIRST LEGO League teams and compete in tournaments and competitions in the region and around the nation.
Summer Science Academy - This three week program is designed for students to use state-of -the-art equipment to do hands-on laboratory investigations and to design their own experiment. Emphasis is on microbiology and molecular biology.
GetTech - Math and Science are the cornerstones you need for an exciting and rewarding career in the technology-driven future. GetTech will show you careers where you can put those skills to work creating the future.
FIRST 2007 Power Puzzle Challenge - The 2007 Challenge theme has been announced! The Global Power Puzzle alternative energy resources and meeting the global demand is it! How do our personal energy choices to heat our homes, fuel our cars, charge our cell phones, power our computers, or even download music to our iPods impact the environment, economy, and life around the globe? Which resources should we use and why? Explore how energy production and consumption choices affect the planet and our quality of life today, tomorrow, and for future generations.
Garden Mosaics - To learn more about the science behind gardening, Garden Mosaics, a youth and community education program, combines science learning with intergenerational mentoring, multicultural understanding, and community action. Garden Mosaics provides diverse learning opportunities for youth aged 10 to18, educators, and gardeners.
Project Green Reach at Brooklyn Botanic Garden - Project Green Reach (PGR) is an outreach program for K to 8 teachers and their classes from Brooklyn's Title I schools. PGR provides: a curriculum package for the topic of your choice, inquiry based instruction in your classroom with a plant for each student, transportation and a guided tour of Brooklyn Botanic Garden, as well as teacher training and supplies for a community horticulture project.Teachers must apply for acceptance into PGR.
Hands-on Activities for Teaching Biology to High School or Middle School Students - These hands-on activities cover a broad range of biological topics, including genetics, natural selection, microorganisms, and human physiology. These activities are designed to:help students understand important biological principles and concepts, develop student understanding of the scientific process, and improve students' writing and math skills.
National Biological Information Infrastructure Your Home for Biological Information on the Web - The National Biological Information Infrastructure (NBII) is a broad, collaborative program to provide increased access to data and information on the nation's biological resources.The NBII links diverse, high-quality biological databases, information products, and analytical tools and topics that include Habitats, Plants, Animals and Other Organisms, Ecological Topics and more.
NIH Curriculum Supplement Series - The NIH Curriculum Supplement Series are interactive teaching units (K12) that combine cutting-edge science research discoveries from the National Institutes of Health, one of the world's foremost medical research centers, with state-of-the-art instructional materials. Each supplement is a teacher's guide to two weeks? of lessons on science and human health. Supplements are now aligned to state standards, NYS included.
Bridge: Sea Grant Ocean Sciences Education Center - The Bridge is a growing collection of the best marine education resources available online. It provides educators with a convenient source of accurate and useful information on global, national, and regional marine science topics. As a resource center K12 teachers can find marine education resources such as marine science information, lesson plans and classroom activities.
LEGO? MINDSTORMS? - Robotics is a popular and effective way for teachers to cover important areas of their Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths curricula. The LEGO? MINDSTORMS? for Schools series is tailor-made for classroom and after-school club use. It includes construction sets, programming tools and activity packs.
Cornell University Cooperative Extension New York City Science and Technology High School Internship Project - This science and technology internship program increases high school and college aged students' science, math, research, technology and environmental literacy through a guided, hands on learning experience at CUCE-NYC's Learning Lab in the Bronx. The program provides students with an intensive laboratory experience which involves developing skills and understanding of laboratory data gathering, analysis and management and understanding of the production cycle for hydroponics, aquaculture (indoor fish farming) and aquaponics (a combination of the two) technologies.
High School Student Biotechnology Internship Program at Cornell University - The High School Student Internship Program at Cornell University will immerse high school juniors and seniors in a 4 week nanobiotechnology experience. You will actively participate in designing and fabricating devices. Application deadline is March 1, 2007.
Science technicians - Visit this link for additional information on this career from the Occupational Outlook Handbook; a publication produced and maintained by the United States Department of Labor.
Fun With DNA - Fun with DNA immerses students in activities and experiments designed to build a strong foundation in biology. Through model-making, microscope observations, and laboratories ? including DNA extraction and genetic engineering ? participants build an understanding of cell biology, microbiology, genetics, and biotechnology.
New Vision Environmental Science and Engineering Program - This is a comprehensive program designed to enable College bound students to gain real-life knowledge and experience in the field of Environmental Science.
GetTech - Planning for your future will involve technology: you must be aware of all the choices and options for tomorrow's great jobs. Site merged with GetSmarter.org, testing math & science skills with students around the world.
Summer Science Academy - This three week program is designed for students to use state-of -the-art equipment to do hands-on laboratory investigations and to design their own experiment. Emphasis is on microbiology and molecular biology.
For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Vex Challenge - The FIRST Vex Challenge is a mid-level robotics competition intended to bridge the gap between FIRST Lego League and the premier FIRST Robotics Competition. Creative problem-solving skills are used to build robots that do amazing things.
Brooklyn Cultural Adventures Program (BCAP) - At Brooklyn Cultural Adventures Program, campers 9 to 12 years old interact with and touch living plants and animals, create art, and explore historic sites.
Student Intern Research Program at The Feinstein Institute for Medical Research - This program provides students with research experience that can either complement an existing research interest or assist students in defining their focus. During the eight week program interns attend weekly seminars designed to enhance their experience, such as laboratory safety, basic laboratory techniques, how to read the scientific literature, and a selection of research topics.
American Institute of Biological Sciences: Serving Biology and Society - The American Institute of Biological Sciences is a nonprofit scientific association dedicated to advancing biological research and education for the welfare of society. AIBS advances its mission through coalition activities in research, education, and public policy; publishing the peer-reviewed journal BioScience and the education website ActionBioscience.org; and more.
Global Warming Facts and Our Future - Is the climate warming? Are humans causing climate warming? What effects might climate warming have? The National Academies provide scientific information to help us make informed decisions and to help answer these important questions. The activities include the exploration of the changing CO2 concentrations over the past century, climate models and CO2 emissions calculator.
University of Rochester: Summer Research Program for High School Teachers - The primary focus of this program is full-time, hands-on research. Each teacher will be a working member of a specific research team in the Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering Departments. A stipend and housing are provided for teachers.
Environmental Science Summer Programs - These intensive but unique 5 day environmental education programs are designed to provide opportunities for district students in grades 10 to 12 to deal with a specific ecological system, aquatic and terrestrial habitats in the Adirondacks and marine habitats on Long Island.
SummerIT: Girls' Applied Math/Science Camp - Explorations in biology and mathematics, emphasizing the contributions and roles of women in the sciences. Professional female scientists from the local community will offer occasional lunchtime presentations. www.summerit.sunyit.edu
Summer Science Workshop - This two week residential program gives students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to attend college level classes, work in laboratories, and receive college and career guidance for science and health related fields.
Hofstra University 's Summer Science Research Program - Hofstra University offers opportunities for selected research oriented high school students to work with science faculty during the summer in an on campus research program. The program is competitive and students must submit a completed application and letter of recommendation from a science teacher. On acceptance, students will be assigned to a specific faculty member based on the student's preference, faculty availability, and the student's laboratoy experience.
American Museum of Natural History Ology - OLogy means "the study of". And here on the American Museum of Natural History's OLogy Web site, you can study and explore many cool OLogies like archaeology, astronomy, biodiversity, genetics, marine biology, paleontology, and physical science. OLogy is designed as a place for kids to explore, ask questions, get answers, meet OLogists, play games, and see what other kids are interested in.
Backyard Nature - Naturalist Jim Conrad has created a friendly, nicely illustrated introduction to studying nature, starting in your own backyard. The site features information on plants, animals, and fungi that might thrive in a backyard and provides basic information on ecology, geology, naming and classifying living things, and other topics.
EEK! Environmental Education for Kids - Created by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, EEK! Is an electronic magazine for kids in grades 4 to 8. It also contains extensive environmental information for teachers.
Building a Presence for Science (BaP) - Building a Presence for Science (BaP) was developed with and administered by the National Science Teachers Association beginning in 1996. The BaP goals include: having one teacher in every U.S. school driving improvement in science teaching standards and establishing state networks to promote standards-based science teaching and learning. The New York State initiative was designed to bring standards-based education into every classroom in the state. The Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS) coordinates the project.
Cornell University Institute for Biotechnology and Life Science Technologies - The Institute for Biotechnology and Life Science Technologies serves as a focal point for bringing together university scientists conducting research in the biological and physical sciences. It embraces education, training and research in advanced technologies and their application to societal needs, using basic principles in physics, chemistry and engineering. A major role is to promote the education and training of biologists, engineers, agricultural personnel, and medical scientists.
Rader's Biology4Kids - Biology4Kids.com is a website that teaches the basics of biology to all ages. It has sections on cell structure, cell function, the scientific method, classification, microorganisms, invertebrates, plants, vertebrates, and animal systems.
College of SUNY Geneseo Young Scholars Adventures: Summer Academy for Jr. Scientists - Summer Academy for Jr. Scientists creates a unique enrichment opportunity for hands-on activities and experiments. Choose from two courses: Powders and Potions and experiment with solids,liquids and gases and Wild Encounters and learn and interact with a variety of creatures and plants from the animal kingdom.
Fun With DNA - Fun with DNA immerses students in activities and experiments designed to build a strong foundation in biology. Through model-making, microscope observations, and laboratories, including DNA extraction and genetic engineering, participants build an understanding of cell biology, microbiology, genetics, and biotechnology.
Cornell University Summer College Program: Research Apprenticeship in Biological Sciences (RABS) - If you're a serious, research-oriented student with a passion for science, this innovative, highly selective program will give you the rare opportunity to join a top-notch laboratory at one of the world's leading research institutions. Placements are available in molecular biology, cancer research, animal physiology, epidemiology, and other research areas tailored to your interests and experience.
Rochester Museum and Science Center Bathysphere Underwater Biological Laboratories (BUBL) Voyage - Participate in and explore the underwater world of Lake Ontario in a virtual underwater experience that is exciting, educational and adventurous.
Immunity and You Curriculum - We all get sick sometimes and then we get better. Immunity and You, a Practical Guide to the Immune System is an immunology curriculum with integrated laboratory modules created by teachers and scientists working together.
Action Bioscience: Lesson Directory - Action Bioscience provides original peer-edited lessons, written by science educators, to specifically accompany peer-reviewed articles on their site. Each lesson contains questions related to the article, as well as a variety of student activities that promote active learning and inquiry into current issues in the biosciences. The site is endorsed by the National Association of Biology Teachers.
LiveScience - LiveScience is an original content site focusing on the innovative and intriguing in Science and Technology. The website covers news, views and scientific inquiry from an original, provocative point of view. With articles by respected science journalists and contributors, LiveScience looks at new discoveries, intellectual adventures and the idiosyncrasies of the world that surrounds us. The main topics include Animal Domain, Health SciTech, Forces of Nature, Environment, Technology and Science of Fiction.
Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Student Center - The EPA Environmental Student Center is their web site for students, grades 5 to 8. Learn how science works in our environment every day. Here you'll find science activities, environmental concepts and tips
NY Hall of Science - The Science Hall features more than 400 interactive exhibits to explore the wonder and excitement of biology,chemistry and physics through engaging permanent and traveling exhibitions.
St. Joseph's College High School Program - Experiences in Scientific Research - This four Saturday program features one Saturday of each of the following: new experiments in chemistry, polymer chemistry, physiology experiences, microbiology wonders, physics challenges, astronomy adventures and finally, forensic science, artistry in science with a detective guest speaker on this day during lunch time.
Simons Summer Research Program - The Simons Summer Research Program gives academically talented, motivated high school students who are between their junior and senior years the opportunity to engage in hands-on research in science, math or engineering at Stony Brook University.
American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) - The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers is an educational and scientific organization dedicated to the advancement of engineering applicable to agricultural, food, and biological systems.
CELLS alive! - CELLS alive! has captured with film and computer-enhanced images living cells and organisms for education and medical research. This is the place to watch cells in motion! A few of the animations illustrated include the basic cell-cell interactions that lead to antibody production, the stages of mitosis in an animal cell and the sequence of activities exhibited by cells.
Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Kids Club - The EPA Environmental Kids Club is their web site for kids, ages 4 to 10. It will help you explore your environment and learn how to protect it. Games, pictures, and stories are included with a focus on air, water, garbage and recycling, plants and animals.
Cornell University Nanobiotechnology Institute for Teachers - The Nanobiotechnology Institute for Teachers immerses biology, chemistry, physics, and technology teachers in a one-week research experience at Cornell University. Teachers actively participate in research within the center, gaining skills and understanding in the new field of nanobiotechnology. Participants also test drive curriculum modules for their classrooms.
Adventures of Herman: The Autobiography of Squirmin' Herman the Worm - The Adventures of Herman will help you learn the basic vocabulary of biology: biological composition, digestion and reproduction told through a guided study of the worm. You will gain knowledge of the principles of basic scientific research and application through the creation, observation and maintenance of a worm bin and read critically and analytically by first viewing the biological life of the worm and creating an environment to support life.
New York State Science Olympiad - The Science Olympiad is an international nonprofit organization devoted to improving the quality of science education, increasing student interest in science and providing recognition for outstanding achievement in science education by both students and teachers.The State competition in New York consists of B(grades 6 to 9) and C (grades 9 to 12) Divisions with all of the official Science Olympiad events plus two Trial/Pilot events during the Spring months.
Cornell Institute for Biology Teachers: Summer Programs - CIBT Summer Programs include a Summer Biology Workshop and Special Topics in Microbiology. The workshop includes talks from Cornell faculty members, hands-on lab and field activities and opportunities for teachers to interact with other teachers and Cornell researchers. Microbiology topics have Cornell faculty illustrate new ideas about microbiology through talks and by leading the participants through a gamut of activities and labs. Activities include Microscopy techniques, Plating and Culturing experiments, and Molecular Phylogeny.
Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) Center - The Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) Center provides you with information on educational and professional development opportunities including technology-rich curriculum materials that includes a listing of materials and summer institutes have you working with employers and working technicians to give you a better understanding of the type of work.
College of SUNY Geneseo Young Scholars Adventures: Summer Academy for Jr. Scientists at St. John Fisher Campus - Summer Academy for Jr. Scientists at St. John Fisher Campus creates a unique enrichment opportunity for hands-on activities and experiments. Choose from two courses: Powders and Potions and experiment with solids,liquids and gases and Wild Encounters and learn and interact with a variety of creatures and plants from the animal kingdom.
Inside Cancer: Multimedia Education Resources For Cancer - Inside Cancer is a multimedia guide to cancer biology. Cancer causes, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and more.
Design and Discovery: Experience Engineering Through Design - A hands-on, inquiry-based experience in problem solving, Design and Discovery is a free curriculum that introduces youth, ages 11-15, to engineering through design, and helps students create an awareness of the role engineering plays in our society. In an extended sequence of hands-on sessions, students follow a design process and build working prototypes that solve problems in the engineered world.
Garden Apprentice Program - Become a dynamic, energetic part of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Education Department.The Garden Apprentice Program provides students in grades 8 to 12 with opportunities for personal growth and career development. The four tier program includes training and volunteer placements with increasing levels of responsibility focused on gardening, environmental issues, science, leadership, and career skills.
SummerITeens: Academic Camp - SummerITeens is a series of academic summer day camps held on the SUNYIT campus, with the goal of introducing area teens to topics not usually covered in their regular school subjects. These camps incorporate a variety of activities to ensure diverse learning opportunities and fun outcomes. The Camps include Energy, Robotics, Nanotechnology and a Girls' Applied Math/Science Camp.
New Vision Environmental Science and Engineering Program - College bound students to gain real life knowledge and experience in the field of Environmental Science.
FIRST and the Finger Lakes - Upstate New York Region - This year's game, titled Rack & Roll poses a new challenge to the high school teams to design and build robots that can pick-up donut-shaped pool floats and place them on a star-like ten-foot-tall structure on the playing field. The teams have a limited six-week period to design, build and test their robots. Rochester Institute of Technology will host the 2007 FIRST Finger Lakes Regional Robotics Competition.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Center for Initiatives in Pre-College Education (CIPCE) - RPI, through CIPCE, works with area K12 teachers and students, as well as local, statewide and national organizations, to promote the use of robotics and other technologies in the classroom. Since its inception, a series of professional development, academic and after-school programs have been created.
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