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Teachers attend Summer Science Academy at OSSM
OKLAHOMA CITY — Middle school science teachers from across Oklahoma are enhancing their science skills, as well as transferring new knowledge to classroom instruction during a five-day summer academy held this week at the Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics.
In partnership with ConocoPhillips Inc., OSSM instructors who have extensive knowledge in teacher education conduct the academy for science teachers. They provide hands-on understanding and practice in the areas of earth and space, life and physical sciences.
Activities include lectures, experiments in OSSM laboratories, demonstrations, discussions, a field trip and guest speaker at the closing luncheon. Topics are selected according to middle school science curriculum from the fields of biology, chemistry and earth science. Laboratory manuals and lecture notes are also offered, and OSSM faculty is available during the school year for consultation on materials presented.
Participants stay on campus in the Dan Little Residence Hall and receive a stipend for satisfying requirements for continuing education. All lab supplies are provided during the academy.
The Oklahoma School of Science and Mathematics was created through legislative action in 1983 and is designed as a two-year residential public high school for academically advanced junior and senior students in mathematics and science. OSSM serves all Oklahoma schools and students through research, teacher training and outreach activities.
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