Science Education Network
Nearly 400 members of the microbiology community have volunteered to be a part of a unique resource for K-16 students and teachers – the Science Education Network (SEN). These microbiologists volunteer their time to mentor students and teachers in elementary, middle and high school and undergraduate colleges and universities. As content experts, they volunteer their time to evaluate resources for teaching and learning, and student applications for travel grants, research and teaching fellowships.
Interested in helping out? Sign up and become a critical resource for the community.
Scientists Helping Out in the K-12 Classroom
The ASM Committee on K-12 Education provides practical tips and resources to help scientists participate more fully with youth groups, community organizations and classroom teachers and students in kindergarten through high school (K-12). Scientits share their understanding and passion of the microbiological sciences with others in the community.
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Scientists Reviewing Educational Resources
ASM provides peer-reviewed educational resources including visual and multimedia programs, classroom activities for K-16 education, teaching tips and tools, laboratory protocols, and scholarly papers. The ASM provides reviews of books and multimedia programs commenting on scientific accuracy, instructional use and appropriateness in science teaching and learning. The ASM recommends resources for graduate students and post-doctoral scientists in developing professional skills such as grantwriting, publishing, teaching and career planning. All reviews are conducted by members of the microbiology community, at their convenience and without leaving the office. Selection criteria and guidelines for preparing reviews are provided. Sign up with the Science Education Network to volunteer to review. Check out the resources:
Scientists Reviewing Travel Grants and Fellowships
Prospective reviewers are selected for their scientific expertise, training experience and commitment to excellence in education. Applications are reviewed throughout the year. If you would like to review the ASM fellowships, please send a current 2-page resume and statement describing your involvement with students, the number and type of previous and current student advisees, and the current placement of your advisees. Send information to:
Reviewer Network- Student Programs
Education Department
American Society for Microbiology
1752 N Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036 Email: Fellowships-CareerInformation@asmusa.org
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Scientists Mentoring Undergraduate Students in Microbiology Research
ASM seeks a partnership with microbiologists are at research intensive institutions to mentor undergraduate students interested in microbiology. In this partnership, the ASM provides students who are competitively selected a stipend and expenses for travel and lodging. The ASM mentor provides a research experience for a minimum of 10 weeks during the summer. Application deadline for research mentors: August 15, 2009. More information. |
