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Interdisciplinary Collaborations for Environmental Science Education

Explore how interdisciplinary collaborations in environmental science education can shape partnerships both on and off campus. Learn about the program advisory committee and partnerships with various entities to enhance learning experiences and create pathways for academic and professional growth.

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Interdisciplinary Collaborations for Environmental Science Education

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  1. “Can we talk, and talk, and talk…?” Building partnerships through interdisciplinary collaborations Ann C.H. Hadley Manchester Community College Manchester, CT June 2010

  2. Environmental Science A.S. Degree • Collaborations on campus – all science department members (plus…) www.mcc.commnet.edu • Geosciences • Chemistry • Physics • Biology • Sustainable energy • Math • Economics

  3. Program Advisory Committee for Environmental Science A. S. Degree • Environmental consultants/corporations • USGS • State DEP • State colleges and university • Local communities • Utility companies • Institute for Sustainable Energy

  4. Building partnerships off campus • Transfer agreements with state colleges and university • Curriculum development • Field trips • Grant applications for shared equipment • Guest speakers

  5. Partnerships with high school programs • Connecticut Envirothon: www.ctenvirothon.org • Steering Committee of State, Federal, local government staff, corporate staff, educators, commissioners • Workshops for students and teachers • Field day competition • Connecticut Pre-Engineering Program • Transfer agreements- credit for Advanced Placement courses at high schools

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