The Science House is a learning outreach project of NC State University. Our mission is to work in partnership with K12 teachers to increase the use and impact of hands-on learning technologies in mathematics and science.

This Mathematics and Science Partnership (MSP) program is funded by the NC Department of Public Instruction with funds from the US Department of Education.  This professional development opportunity is contingent upon arrival of these project funds.

The Modeling Institutes provide professional development in biology, chemistry, and physics content through a research-based, reform-oriented pedagogy for high school science teachers in North Carolina.

Dates, Location, & Times

The following summer institutes will be held on the campus of NC State University in Raleigh, NC. 

Dates July 9-26, 2012  (excludes weekends).

Modeling Biology

Modeling Chemistry

Modeling Physics (Mechanics)

Attendance is also expected for three 2-day follow-up sessions during the 2012-13 academic year (Friday-Saturday sessions with dates to be determined). Institute hours are anticipated to be from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM each day.

 

Who Is Eligible To Participate 

The Modeling Institutes are open to public or private high school teachers from North Carolina who will teach biology, chemistry, physics, or physical science during the 2012-13 school year.  You must anticipate teaching the appropriate content during the upcoming academic year. Physical Science teachers are eligible for either Chemistry or Physics.  Teachers and administrators will be asked to sign a document agreeing to this stipulation.  The Institutes are designed for high school science teachers.  Middle school teachers may apply, however priority will be given to high school teachers.  Out of state teachers are not eligible for this grant funded project.

Stipends, Housing, & Meals 
A stipend of $125/day will be paid (pending funding) following the conclusion of the summer institutes.  During the academic year follow-up weekends substitute teacher expenses up to $100 are covered for Fridays and a stipend is paid for Saturdays.  Campus housing is available for participants who live more than 35 miles from NC State University.  State meal per diem is paid as appropriate under university policy for participants using campus housing.  Mileage reimbursement is not avail...

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