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Rose Deeter O’Connor Department of Biological Sciences 2006-2007 Delaware GK-12 Fellowship: A Learning Experience for Teachers, Scientists, and Students Rose Deeter O’Connor Department of Biological Sciences 2006-2007 Funded by National Science Foundation Graduate Teaching Fellows Program in K-12 Education (GK-12) DGE 0538555

Goals Relate science subject matter to an area of interest for high school students Gain a better understanding of the challenges of science education Improve communication skills and ability to present scientific ideas to a general audience

Accomplishments Developed Problem Based Learning (PBL) strategies to help students think critically Created and revised engaging activities and Transfer Tasks Implemented “Cell Poster Project” to reinforce cellular organelles

Cell Poster Project

Cell Poster Project

Meiosis Lab

Working hard...

Perspectives Deep appreciation for educators and the complexities of teaching high school students Keeping students engaged is difficult and requires perseverance Observing a student overcome an obstacle in his/her learning is extremely rewarding