The mission of the Iowa
Science Teaching Section of the Iowa Academy of Science is to
advocate for excellence in science education by promoting professionalism,
influencing policy, and enhancing learning.
The mission of the Iowa Academy
of Science is to further scientific research and its dissemination,
education in the sciences, public understanding of science, and
recognition of excellence in these endeavors.
Iowa Science Teaching Section
of the
Iowa Academy of Science
Changing Iowa Classrooms:
One-Room Schools to One-World Education
Scheman Building
ISU Campus,
Ames
Thursday, October 7
ISTS/SCI evening event at Gateway Hotel
Telescope/Binoculars
Observing event (if weather permits) with Galileo
Friday, October 8
Interest Area breakfasts
Concurrent Sessions
exhibit hall
Galileo presentation
in auditorium Scheman Building
Saturday, October 9
Field Trip:
Martin Marietta Materials, Ames Mine - go 250'
below the surface! Learn how important limestone and
aggregate is to Iowa's economy. Learn how the sedimentary
rock limestone is formed
Ada Hayden Heritage Park - visit
the reclaimed quarry pit mine
learn about our water
resources
learn how Iowans are able to have working
landscapes (economics, habitat, recreation)
Resource Recovery
Plant - learn how all of the trash and garbage from Story
County residents becomes a renewable energy source
get
the facts and figures of recycling and protecting the
environment
Reiman Gardens - tour ISU Reiman Gardens and
enjoy an educational program; learn about Dr. Griffith
Buck's Iowa Buck Roses; take home your very own Buck
Rose
Keynote Speaker
Galileo as played by Michael Francis
Interactive presentation
where you'll learn about the man and his science
Up to two individuals, groups, businesses,
or corporations will be recognized at the Fall Conference luncheon
for supporting science education in your building, school district,
region, or the state of Iowa.
