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Report of a workshop on education and research in the International Polar Year
The "Bridging the Poles" workshop of June of 2004, hosted by Stephanie Pfirman and Robin Bell, brought educators, scientists and media specialists together to focus on building stronger partnerships between arctic and antarctic communities, and between education and polar research. The workshop goals were to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and leaders, and engage and educate the general public. The subsequent report and website identify strategies that enable polar scientists to conduct meaningful education and outreach, and educators to include polar research in their classrooms and outreach activities.
It is hoped that this resource will be useful in developing future directions for polar education, and will be used to maximize the educational impact of the International Polar Year beginning in 2007. The contributed ideas section lists individuals who are interested in continuing to develop concepts in specific areas. E-mail contact information for individuals is included in the Participant Contact List listed as a sidebar on the Introduction Page.
The Workshop Report "Bridging the Poles: Education Linked with Research" is available Online at: http://www.ldeo.columbia.edu/res/pi/polar_workshop/
Some paper copies of the report are available: contact -
Margie Turrin
Education Coordinator
Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University
Route 9W
Palisades, NY 10964
Email: mkt@ldeo.columbia.edu
Phone: 845-365-8494
Fax: 845-365-8179
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