This project produces scientifically literate, environmentally aware citizens among non-science majors, and competitively educated, critically thinking environmental biology majors. The focus is a watershed-stream complex integral to the campus. The scientific method is experienced by students through hands-on data acquisition, analyses and interpretations in assigned class-cooperative research projects. To educate students in policy processes, multiple classes coordinate data to produce an environmental impact assessment, at least once a year. The project also emphasizes the importance of data quality objectives, sampling protocols, precision in the field, documentation, and adequate databases from which the students can draw conclusions. Underrepresented groups in science are addressed, and a strong component involves field practicum experiences for individuals pursuing a teaching career with an emphasis in environmental studies.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
9650702
Program Officer
Katherine J. Denniston
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1997-01-01
Budget End
1998-12-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1996
Total Cost
$14,990
Indirect Cost
Name
Chestnut Hill College
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
philadelphia
State
PA
Country
United States
Zip Code
19118