Ethics in the Science Classroom Professional Development Program

NWABR is pleased to offer a biomedical research-focused Ethics in the Science Classroom summer program for secondary science teachers!  This program includes a residential weekend (2.5 days) at the University of Washington Pack Forest Conference Center in Eatonville, WA, 5 days in the Seattle area, and 1.5 days of follow-up during the school year. It focuses on the research process and related ethical aspects, and provides an opportunity for teachers to learn about the work being conducted at NWABR member institutions.

Click here for a program brochure.

Credits/Clock Hours
In collaboration with UW Educational Outreach and the Washington State Science Teachers Association, teachers will be able to purchase either graduate-level credit (estimated 5 credits) or clock hours (50 clock hours) for the course.

Stipend
Teachers will receive an $400 stipend for their participation, $50 of which will be withheld until the follow-up sessions are completed.

"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 News Articles about NWABR's Ethics Workshop

August 2006 Education Week Article

October 2008 Science Journal Article

Contact Jeanne Chowning, Director of Education, with questions or to request additional information.  Phone:  206-957-3337.