Ethics in the Science Classroom
Professional Development for Secondary Science Teachers

Pictured: Our NWABR 2007 Ethics in Science Teachers

2008 Ethics in the Science Classroom Brochure (pdf)

2008 Summer Program
Special Summer Institute for Experienced Bioethics Teachers

Dates: July 21-25, 2008

Location: University of Washington Pack Forest Conference Center, Eatonville, WA
(near Mt. Rainier, 1.5 hours from Seattle)

Application Due April 14, 2008
follow up evening January 13, 2009 and day May 16, 2009

Program Description

The Northwest Association for Biomedical Research (NWABR) invites secondary science educators to join us for a week-long workshop focused on the teaching of ethics and effective strategies for incorporating ethical issues into science classrooms. For the summer of 2008 only, NWABR offers the next step to our popular week-long program for secondary science teachers – a summer institute for teachers already familiar with ethics in the science classroom. Delve deeper into the teaching of ethics using engaging classroom strategies and build community with your teaching colleagues.

Participants will receive a $350 stipend for the summer plus $50 for reunion attendance. All meals and lodging are free of charge. In addition, educators will have the option to earn 5 credits from the University of Washington or 50 clock hours from WSTA (including attendance at the follow-up meetings). Participants will also receive exemplary teaching materials in science and ethics.

Application Procedure

The Application questions and Administrative support form are available here:
Application questions and Administrative support form (pdf)

Completed Applications

• Online contact information form completed
• Application questions answered
• Administrative support/Teacher commitment form signed

Submit your application to Jeanne Chowning, NWABR Education Director, by one of the following mechanisms by April 14th, 2008.

Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status by April 30th, 2007.


Email - jchowning@nwabr.org
Fax - 206.282.2214

Mail - Attn: ETHICS APPLICATION
Northwest Association for Biomedical Research
100 W Harrison, N Tower, Ste. 430
Seattle , WA 98119

If you have any questions regarding submitting your application, please contact us.

Participants will receive:
A $400 stipend upon program completion ($350 for the summer and $50 for the reunion).
The option to earn 50 clock hours from WSTA or 5 graduate credits from the University of Washington. (40 hours/4 credits for the summer workshop, and 10 hours/1 credit for the 2009 follow-up dates).
Exemplary teaching materials in science and ethics.
Lodging and meals at Pack Forest Conference Center.

Important Dates:
• April 14, 2008 : Applications Due
• April 30th, 2008: Participants notified of their acceptance status.
• May 2008: Letter of Commitment/$100 refundable deposit due
• July 7, 2008: Last Day for Cancellation with Refund
• July 21-25, 2008: WORKSHOP DATES (participants may arrive on July 20)
• January 13, 2009: Mid-Winter Ethics Reunion
• May 16, 2009: Spring Ethics Reunion

Participants are expected to:
Attend the entire summer program.
Attend an evening follow-up dinner meeting in January and a one-day reunion in May
Design lessons that address classroom needs and that are based on the program content.
Implement workshop materials in the classroom.
Evaluate the workshop, the materials and their utility based on your personal classroom experience.
Disseminate program materials to their peers.

"This has been one of the most valuable workshops. Thanks for the lead teachers, the Primer, the guest speakers, the resources. All were amazing. I am excited to do ethics justice this term."

"This week has been one of the most enjoyable and informative that I have experienced in my 10+ years of teaching!"

"Everything was REALLY great! It was much better than I thought it could EVER be. I am structuring an ENTIRE class on this week's material."

"Lots of great info...didn't waste time on frivolous stuff! Loved the expertise of the lead teachers and their enthusiasm."

"I really appreciate how organized this workshop has been. I also love all the materials I have to use now."

Read the 2007 Teacher Action Plans and see how our Ethics in Science teachers plan to integrate materials from our summer course into their classrooms! Visit our Curriculum Page to explore Ethics Curriculum created by past workshop participants!

Contact Jeanne Chowning , Education Director, with questions or to request additional information. Phone: 206.957.3337

This program is funded by 'Collaborations to Advance Understanding of Science and Ethics', a Science Education Partnership Award from the National Center for Research Resources, National Institutes of Health, 1R25RR016284-01A2.

NWABR is a 501(c)3 organization. All contributions are tax deductible.
The NWABR web site was made possible by funding from the National Center for Research
Resources and the National Institutes of Health through a Science Education Partnership Award.

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