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Interpretive Naturalist Certification Program of Alaska Opportunities - Standard 2Please note: The events listed below are either opportunities for INCPA credit that are available on an ongoing basis or individual events such as workshops that are regularly offered by INCPA partner organizations. There are no specific dates. For specific information, please contact the organizations listed. This is by no means a complete list of community opportunities available for INCPA credit. The opportunities listed here are, for the most part, those offered by the INCPA partners. There may be additional training opportunities within the larger community. It is up to participants in this program to fulfill category components outlined in the Certification Standards. Remember to contact the INCPA partner organizations regularly, and continue to consult local newspapers, community calendars and bulletin boards, local organizations' newsletters and web sites, and university course listings. Some Additional Sources:
II. Education Knowledge and Techniques
Required Workshop - Education Techniques
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Alaska Mineral and Energy Resource Education Fund (AMEREF) Title: Alaska K-12 Curriculum Alaska Mineral and Energy Resource Education Fund (AMEREF) is a partnership between the State of Alaska Department of Education and private industry to provide Alaska students and teachers with the knowledge and skills to make informed and objective decisions relating to mineral, energy, and forest resources. This is a free K-12 curriculum covering Alaska's history, geology, mining, minerals, economics, ecology, energy, and forestry. When: Various dates. Where: Various locations statewide. Who to contact: Check www.ameref.org or call 276-0700. | Alaska Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry Title: Project Learning Tree Workshop Project Learning Tree is an award winning environmental education curricula that uses the natural world to help students understand the relationships that exist between living things, and about wise use of natural resources. The activities are integrated, standards based, and fun for both teachers and students. The cost for these workshops is $30 to ANROE for materials. Graduate credit is available through UAA but is not required for participation. $94 to UAA for credit (course number 580Q). When: Various dates. Where: Various locations statewide. Who to contact: Matt Weaver, 269-8481; matt_weaver@dnr.state.ak.us |
Alaska Department of Natural Resources Title: Fire In Alaska The spread of the Spruce Bark Beetle in Alaska, and particulary in the Anchorage hillside, has continued over the last decade at a level unprecedented to scientific observers. This outbreak has created an extreme wildfire hazard. The crisis also creates an opportunity to educate Alaskan children about the physics and chemistry of fire, its natural role in Alaskan ecosystems, forest and fire managment, and how to assess fire danger to homes and act to reduce the risk of catastrophic life and property. This very popular class is aimed at but not limited to educators, grades 5-8. Credit will be FREE- sponsored by Western State Fire Managers. The course, ED 580R, features dynamic curriculum that provides educators with the knowledge and materials to teach fire ecology, fire behavior, and fire safety. The class is hands on and completion entitles participants to check out fire trunks loaded with teaching materials. This 15 hour credit course includes a curriculum guide and a complete classsroom kit. The curriculum is action oriented and centers around three core concepts:
Fire in Alaska is certified by ASD/MSBSD for salary schedule placement and attending the workshop qualifies participants for credit towards INCPA Standard II.. Cost: Credit free/materials $20.00 Credit: UAA/1/graded When: Various dates. Where: Various Locations statewide. Who to contact: Matt Weaver, 269-8481, matt_weaver@dnr.state.ak.us | Alaska Department of Fish and Game Title: Project Wild workshop Project WILD and Project WILD-Aquatic are K-12 interdisciplinary conservation education programs consisting of hands-on activities that focus on awareness, appreciation, values clarification, ecological principal, decision making and action. The cornerstone of Project WILD is to "teach students how to think, not what to think". Activities are hands-on and correlated to state standards. Project WILD materials are ONLY available through workshops. The cost for these workshops is $30 to ANROE for materials. Graduate credit is available through UAA but is not required for participation. $94 to UAA for credit (course number 580Q). When: Various dates. Where: Various locations statewide. Who to contact: Elizabeth Manning , 267-2168, elizabeth_manning@fishgame.state.ak.us |
Site-Specific Training
BLM Campbell Creek Science Center Title: CCSC Staff Training Training will cover Science Center education programs (6th-grade Earth Ranger Academy and Design-A-Science Day programs for other age groups), instructional techniques, interpretive design, orientation to Science Center equipment and resources, and safety policies and procedures. When: Fall Where: BLM Campbell Creek Science Center, 6865 Abbott Loop Road Who to contact: To register or for more information, contact the Campbell Creek Science Center at 267-1247 | Eagle River Nature Center Title: Volunteer Training Volunteers will be trained to lead interpretive walks. When: Various dates Where: Eagle River Nature Center, 32750 Eagle River Road, Eagle River Who to contact: Asta Spurgis, Eagle River Nature Center, 694-2108 |
National Audubon Society Title: Audubon Bird Academy Workshop Learn how to lead active, indoor and outdoor program on the natural history of birds and their adaptations, appreciation for birds as part of our daily lives, bird survival and health. Help youth make scientific and cultural connection to birds while satisfying education standards. Learn about Important Bird Areas, bird watching tips in Anchorage habitats, and how to teach the 14 activities in the curriculum using convergent, divergent, focus, process, and evaluative questions. The 110-page curriculum includes the procedures for the 14 activities, follow-up extensions, bibliography, web resources, citizen science programs, and local resources. Shadowing and instruction opportunities will be available for workshop enrollees leading Bird Academy programs for 3-6 grade students at local parks and schools. Participants should come prepared to take a short hike - please wear sturdy shoes or boots and warm clothing/rain gear. Bring a sack lunch and water bottle. Plan to stay and work with the group through lunch - there's lots to cover. Workshop fee to non-APU students is $35, material fee $10 - total $45. Current APU students are exempt from the fee and only pay the material fee of $10 to receive the 110-page curriculum and Audubon Junior Ornithologist Field Journal. Limited to 20 enrollees. When: Various dates throughout the school year. Where: Various locations in the Anchorage area. Who to contact: Rich Capitan , Audubon Alaska: 276-7034 Email: rcapitan@audubon.org FAX: 276-5069 | Trailside Discovery Title: Day Camp Staff Training Topics will include program planning and delivery, safety, site orientation, and camp policies and procedures. When: May or June Where: Campbell Creek Science Center, 6865 Abbott Loop Road |
Shadow Experience
Anchorage Waterways Council Title: Stream Walks, Watershed Orientations, Teacher Trainings On-going programs vary from 1-6 hours in length and involve adult and mixed audiences. When: Various dates. Where: Various locations around the Anchorage area. Who to contact: Holly Kent, Executive Director | BLM Campbell Creek Science Center Title: Shadowing CCSC Education Programs Shadowing opportunities are currently available. When: Various times and dates. Where: BLM Campbell Creek Science Center, 6865 Abbott Loop Road Who to contact: Please call 267-1247 for more information |
Eagle River Nature Center Title: Interpretive Programs When: Various times. Where: Eagle River Nature Center, 32750 Eagle River Road, Eagle River Who to contact:Asta Spurgis, Eagle River Nature Center, 694-2108 Email: info@ernc.org | National Audubon Society Title: Audubon Bird Academy Experiential education about birds, their habitats and conservation needs. This is an active, indoor and outdoor program on the natural history of birds and their adaptations, appreciation for birds as part of our daily lives, bird survival and health. Youth in grades 3-6 make scientific and cultural connection to birds while satisfying education standards. When: Various dates Where: Various locations Who to contact: Rich Capitan , Audubon Alaska: 276-7034 Email: rcapitan@audubon.org FAX: 276-5069
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National Audubon Society Title: Field Trips Field trip times vary and are delivered to a mixed and adult audience. When: Various times Where: Various locations Who to contact: Sirena Brownlee, 952-5461, sirena.brownlee@hdrinc.com | Trailside Discovery Camp Title: Day Camp Week-long day camps throughout the summer focus on outdoor activities and science concepts. When: Summer months Where: Campbell Creek Science Center, 6865 Abbott Loop Road Who to contact: Tom Burek, 274-5437
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Alaska Department of Fish and Game Title: Classroom Presentations The Alaska Department of Fish and Game has ongoing classroom presentations about Alaska wildlife. Instructors make use of ADF&G kits and resources. When: This is an ongoing opportunity. Where: Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Who to contact: Elizabeth Manning , 267-2168 or e-mail at elizabeth_manning@fishgame.state.ak.us |
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