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Carbon Cycle and Climate Modeling Teacher Workshop

When: July 14th - 16th
Tuesday & Wednesday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm & Thursday from 8:30 am to noon

Where: Atmospheric, Oceanic and Space Science Building
Room 1411, 1225 W. Dayton, Madison WI

Who: G6-12 Science and Math Teachers

To Apply: Download this application form
A non-refundable registration fee of $25.00 is required with your application, otherwise the workshop (and lunches) is free to all educators with lodging provided for teachers residing outside of Dane County. A limited number of $100 tuition off-set stipends are available for teachers who opt to enroll for college credit through the UW Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Department (Course # 508).

This workshop will provide an overview of climate mechanisms and climate change by focusing on the carbon cycle. Expert presentations, group discussions and interactive computer training, including classroom applications of the EdGCM (Educational Global Climate Model) with be central activities in this 2.5 day workshop. Participating teachers will develop the skills and knowledge necessary to incorporate carbon cycle and climate modeling tools into their classrooms while simultaneously deepening their overall comprehension of the climate system.