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T121. Educating the Next Generation of Geoscientists: Effective Strategies That Engage Students, Invest in the Future Geoscience Workforce, and Increase Participation of Members of Historically Underrepresented Communities in the Geosciences

 
WOMEN IN THE GEOSCIENCES: THE AMAZING POWER OF ONE
Abstract ID#: 227101
HALLOCK, Pamela, College of Marine Science, University of South Florida, 140 7th Ave South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, pmuller@usf.edu
 
PROJECT-ORIENTED SCIENCE INSTRUCTION INVOLVING GENERAL-EDUCATION & UNDERGRADUATES SERVING AS MENTORS TO UNDERPRIVILEGED MIDDLE-SCHOOLS STUDENTS
Abstract ID#: 227778
BOROWSKI, Walter S.1, FRISBIE, M.P.2, SHEPPERSON, T.L.3, FROST, L.4, COYNE, L.E.5, and JECK, A.D.5, (1) Department of Geography and Geology, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY 40475, w.borowski@eku.edu, (2) Department of Biological Sciences, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY 40475, (3) Department of Educational Leadership, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY 40475, (4) Honors College, University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN 37403, (5) Honors Program, Eastern Kentucky University, Richmond, KY 40475
 
CHALLENGES OF TEACHING GEOSCIENCE IN UNDER-RESOURCED URBAN HIGH SCHOOLS
Abstract ID#: 228193
IVERSEN, Eve Helene, Sustainable Agriculture/Natural Resources Ecology and Management, Iowa State University, 731 Walnut St, Story City, IA 50248, eiversen@iastate.edu
 
USING THE MATH YOU NEED TO CHANGE CLASSROOM DYNAMICS AND SUPPORT STUDENT SUCCESS IN INTRODUCTORY GEOSCIENCE CLASSES AT A TWO-YEAR COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Abstract ID#: 230244
BRADFORD, Kristie, Geology, Lone Star College - Tomball, 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375, christine.d.bradford@lonestar.edu
 
THE MATH YOU NEED WHEN YOU NEED IT:  ONLINE TUTORIALS TO SUPPORT QUANTITATIVE SKILLS IN INTRODUCTORY GEOSCIENCE CLASSES
Abstract ID#: 232959
HAMS, Jacquelyn, Earth Science, Los Angeles Valley College, 5800 Fulton Avenue, Valley Glen, CA 91401, hamsje@lavc.edu
 
EXPLORING GEOSCIENCE PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR ELEMENTARY-AGED UNDERREPRESENTED STUDENTS: LESSON LEARNED FROM A 2-YEAR PROJECT
Abstract ID#: 226387
VERMA, Geeta1, LEONARD, Jacqueline2, HOUSEAL, Ana K.3, and LEWIS, Karlise2, (1) School of Education and Human Development, University of Colorado Denver, Denver, CO 80210, geeta.verma@ucdenver.edu, (2) University of Wyoming, 1000 E. University Ave, Dept. 3992, Laramie, WY 82071, (3) Science and Mathematics Teaching Center, University of Wyoming, 1000 University Ave, Laramie, WY 82071
 
MINORITY EDUCATION THROUGH TRAVELING AND LEARNING IN THE SCIENCES: A MULTI-YEAR COLLABORATIVE NSF PROJECT PROVIDING GOSCIENCE FIELD EXPERIENCES FOR MINORITY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Abstract ID#: 226803
MAYGARDEN, Diane F., Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of New Orleans, GP 1065, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA 70148, dmaygard@uno.edu, GILL, Ivan P., College of Education, University of New Orleans, Department of Curriculum and Instiruction, Education Bldg, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA 70148, and SMITH, Romell L., Walker-Landry High School, 2832 General Meyer Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70114
 
GEOARCHAEOLOGICAL AND PALEOANTHROPOLOGICAL RESEARCH AND SCIENCE OUTREACH IN NYC HIGHSCHOOLS:  THE RFK SCIENCE RESEARCH INSTITUTE'S IMPACT
Abstract ID#: 227629
BLICKSTEIN, Joel1, BLACKWELL, Bonnie A.B.2, SKINNER, Anne R.2, and MONTOYA, Andrés3, (1) RFK Science Research Institute, Box 866, Glenwood Landing, NY 11547-0866, jblicks@schools.nyc.gov, (2) Department of Chemistry, Williams College, Williamstown, MA 01267, (3) RFK Science Research Institute, Box 866, Glenwood Landing, NY 11547-0866
 
ENGAGING UNDERREPRESENTED COMMUNITIES IN THE GEOSCIENCES THROUGH AMS DIVERSITY PROJECTS
Abstract ID#: 228533
BREY, James A.1, GEER, Ira W.1, MILLS, Elizabeth W.2, and NUGNES, Kira A.1, (1) Education Program, American Meteorological Society, 1200 New York Ave NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005, brey@ametsoc.org, (2) Education Program, American Meteorological Society, 1200 New York Ave NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005
 
URBAN AGRICULTURE AND BEHAVIORAL DISABILITIES: JUST IMAGINE THE GROWTH
Abstract ID#: 228733
PETERS, Darwin G., Riverside University High School, Milwaukee Public Schools, 1615 E. Locust St, Milwaukee, WI 53211, petersdg@milwaukee.k12.wi.us and HUPPERT, Michele L., Spring Valley Middle-High School, S1450 County Road CC, Spring Valley, WI 54767
 
WEBQUESTS, CSI GEOLOGY, AND VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS.  DEVELOPING AN ACTIVE AND INQUIRY BASED CLASSROOM TO ENGAGE FIRST GENERATION STUDENTS
Abstract ID#: 229615
PALSOLE, Sunay Vasant, The University of Texas at San Antonio, One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX 78249, sunay.palsole@utsa.edu and SERPA, Laura F., Geological Sciences, University of Texas at El Paso, 500 W. University, El Paso, TX 79968
 
GEOSCIENCE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AT UNAVCO: EXPANDING ON THE SUCCESSES OF RESESS
Abstract ID#: 230870
MORRIS, Aisha R. and CHARLEVOIX, Donna, Education and Community Engagement, UNAVCO, Inc, 6350 Nautilus Drive, Boulder, CO 80301, morris@unavco.org
 
GROWING ROOTS FOR THE GEOSCIENCES IN MIAMI, FLORIDA, A PROGRAM AIMED AT HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS TO INCREASE AWARENESS OF CAREER AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES IN THE GEOSCIENCES
Abstract ID#: 231046
WHITMAN, Dean, HICKEY-VARGAS, Rosemary, DRAPER, Grenville, GEBELEIN, Jennifer, and REGO, Rodolfo, Department of Earth and Environment, Florida International University, 11200 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33199, hickey@fiu.edu
 
AN INNOVATIVE UNIVERSITY-PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION PARTNERSHIP BROADENING PARTICIPATION IN GEOSCIENCES
Abstract ID#: 231187
BOSS, Stephen K., Department of Geosciences, University of Arkansas, 216 Ozark Hall, Fayetteville, AR 72701, sboss@uark.edu and KVAMME, Jo Ann, Environmental Dynamics Program, University of Arkansas, 216 Ozark Hall, Fayetteville, AR 72701
 
IT TAKES A COMMUNITY: THE CRITICAL ROLE OF  2YR FACULTY IN EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCE WORKFORCE PREPARATION
Abstract ID#: 231217
LOW, Russanne, Institute for Global Environmental Strategies, 1600 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22209, rusty_low@strategies.org, COBABE-AMMANN, Emily, University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, Boulder, CO 80307, SCHULTZ, Greg, Astronomical Society of the Pacific, San Francisco, CA 52112, and GROSS, Nicholas, Boston University, Boston, MA 02215
 
EFFECTIVE OUTREACH TO ACHIEVE COLLEGE SUCCESS IN STEM FIELDS: GEOFORCE TEXAS
Abstract ID#: 231429
SNOW, Eleanour, Jackson School of Geosciences, University of Texas, Austin, 10100 Burnet Rd, BLDG 196, R2200, Austin, TX 78758-4445, esnow@jsg.utexas.edu
 
INCREASING NATIVE AMERICAN INVOLVEMENT IN GEOSCIENCE THROUGH INTERDISCIPLINARY COMMUNITY-BASED INVESTIGATIONS
Abstract ID#: 231514
GOCHIS, Emily E.1, GIERKE, John S.1, HUNGWE, Kedmon2, MAYER, Alex1, and MATTOX, Stephen R.3, (1) Geological and Mining Engineering and Sciences, Michigan Technological University, 1400 Townsend Dr, Houghton, MI 49931, eegochis@mtu.edu, (2) Cognitive and Learning Sciences, Michigan Technological University, 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931, (3) Department of Geology, Grand Valley State Univ, Allendale, MI 49401-9403
 
CHALLENGING THE ENVIRONMENTAL LANDSCAPE OF THE GEOSCIENCES
Abstract ID#: 231765
CARROLL, Michael, Hunt Oil Company, 1900 North Akard Street, Dallas, TX 75201, mcarroll@huntoil.com
 
EMPLOYING VIRTUAL ENVIRONMENTS TO PROMOTE DIVERSITY AND IMPART A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE TO THE GEOSCIENCE CURRICULUM: AN INTEGRATED APPROACH
Abstract ID#: 231795
LEMON, Nikki N.1, ATCHISON, Christopher L.2, HITTLE, Bradley3, IRVING, Karen E.4, TOOMEY, Rickard S. III5, KERWIN, Thomas3, PRICE, Alan6, and STREDNEY, Don3, (1) Advanced Computing Center for the Arts and Design, 1224 Kinnear Road, Columbus, OH 43212, lemon.218@osu.edu, (2) Department of Geosciences, Georgia State University, P. O. Box 4105, Atlanta, GA 30302, (3) Ohio Supercomputer Center, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43212, (4) College of Education and Human Ecology, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210, (5) Mammoth Cave International Center for Science and Learning, P.O. Box 7, Mammoth Cave, KY 42259, (6) The Advanced Computing Center for the Arts and Design, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43212
 
THE COOPERATIVE DEVELOPMENTAL ENERGY PROGRAM: UNDERREPRESENTED MINORITIES' ACCESS TO CAREERS IN GEOLOGY AND GEOPHYSICS
Abstract ID#: 232744
CRUMBLY, Isaac J., Fort Valley State University, 1005 State University Drive, Fort Valley, GA 31030, crumblyi@fvsu.edu
 
MS PHD'S: DIVERSIFYING THE EARTH SYSTEM SCIENCE COMMUNITY THROUGH A SYNERGY OF MENTORING, COMMUNITY BUILDING, AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
Abstract ID#: 232889
RICCIARDI, Lois1, JOHNSON, Ashanti2, WILLIAMSON WHITNEY, Vivian3, ITHIER-GUZMÁN, Warner4, and BRAXTON, LaTanya1, (1) MS PHD'S in Earth System Science Program, Institute for Broadening Participation, P.O. Box 607, Damariscotta, ME 04543, lricciardi@ibparticipation.org, (2) Office Of the Executive Director, Institute for Broadening Participation, P.O. Box 607, Damariscotta, ME 04543, (3) East Central University / Institute for Broadening Participation, 1100 East 14th Street, Ada, OK 74820, (4) UPRRP, Rios Pedros, 23301
 
ACCELERATED STEM ACADEMIC PIPELINE (ASAP) BUILDS TEACHER QUALITY IN EARTH SYSTEMS SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS
Abstract ID#: 233409
BRAME, Roderic I., Center for Innovation, All Saints' Academy, 5001 Florida 540, Winter Haven, FL 33880, rbrame@allsaintsacademy.com and NICHOLS, Bryan, Education, University of South Florida Lakeland, 3433 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland, FL 33803
 
BUILDING PATHWAYS THAT LEAD UNDERREPRESENTED STUDENTS TO GEOSCIENCE CAREERS
Abstract ID#: 233436
RUBERG, Laurie, Center for Educational Technologies, Wheeling Jesuit University, 316 Washington Avenue, Wheeling, WV 26003, lruberg@cet.edu
 
EDUCATING THE NEXT GENERATION OF GEOSCIENTISTS BY PROVIDING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES IN GEOLOGY FOR PRE-COLLEGE AND COLLEGE STUDENTS IN FORMAL AND INFORMAL SETTINGS
Abstract ID#: 234087
BURRELL, Shondricka, Geology, San José State University, 1 Washington Square, Duncan Hall, San Jose, CA 95192, shondricka.burrell@sjsu.edu
 
THE GEOLOGY OF SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: POTENTIAL OF A CARTOON TO ENHANCE STUDENT LEARNING IN THE GEOSCIENCES
Abstract ID#: 223766
GRANDY, Trevor J. and ZALEHA, Michael J., Department of Geology, Wittenberg University, Springfield, OH 45501-0720, mzaleha@wittenberg.edu
 
TRANSITIONING TO A STUDENT-CENTERED LEARNING CLASSROOM
Abstract ID#: 224206
TEED, Rebecca, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Wright State University, 260 Brehm Labs, 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, OH 45435, rebecca.teed@wright.edu
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