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Article: Earth Science Education Matters! A Master's Degree Program for In-Service Teachers
- Article from:
- Journal of Geoscience Education
- Article date:
- November 1, 2008
- Author:
CopyrightCopyright National Association of Geoscience Teachers Nov 2008. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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ABSTRACT
The Master's of Earth Science Education is available to certified teachers who already have the equivalent of a minor in Earth Science. The program has 15 credits of required courses that include doing research for a professional paper and going on field trips. The other 15 credits are electives. The entire program is offered online through the Office of Continuing Education at Eastern Michigan University.
INTRODUCTION
The near complete destruction of New Orleans by Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and the ensuing discussion of how to rebuild and improve the city underscored the urgent need to educate people in the Earth Sciences. With the knowledge provided by the Earth Sciences, ...