This institute will engage teachers in learning Earth Sciences via hands-on, geol-

ogy field trips in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan described in a new publication

Exploring the Geology of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula: A Field Trip Guide for Grades

4-12 Educators (all participants will receive). Expert geologists and well seasoned edu-

cators will use the guide to introduce teachers to major geologic features and processes,

including glaciology, sedimentary, metamorphic, and volcanic rocks, fossils, faulting,

folding and erosion, and a history of copper and iron ore mining. Natural outcrops of

rock have created spectacular waterfalls and ancient oceans leave their story in the

abundant fossil record .

Michigan's Upper Peninsula boasts more than 150 collectible rocks and minerals

which draw rockhounds from across the nation. Sometimes as many as 20 kinds can be

identified in a single area. The Keweenaw Peninsula is the heart of some of the best rock

collecting ground in the North Central States. Gain valuable content knowledge and expe-

riences that you can take back to your classroom. Discover the fun of earth-caching and

how to hook your students into unlocking geologic secrets and enhancing their enjoyment

for Earth science concepts.

Teacher Professional Development

Exploring the Geology of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Teacher Institute July 23 - 27, 2012

Registration includes

2 graduate credits!

$495

Registration Deadline June 1, 2012

Course Credit Receive 2 graduate credits from MTU.

Bring geology into your classroom!

Funding provided by the Michigan Space Grant Consortium.

Coordinated by the Center for Science & Environmental Outreach

Cost

The $495 registration includes 2 graduate credits from Michigan Tech University, most meals, 4 nights lodging, transportation during the institute, and museum/excursion fees. Payment is due June 1st by check payable to: Michigan Tech University D93725, or by credit card (Visa, MC, Discover) by calling the MTU Cashier’s Office at 906-487-2247. Refunds only if space filled. [Generous support from the Michigan Space Grant Consortium helps reduce the official cost of Michigan Tech tuition for both Michigan and out-of-state residents (official 2011-12 Michigan Tech Applied Science Education Graduate Tuition for Residents and Non-Residents is $457 per credit)].

Financial Aid

The Michigan Space Grant Consortium (MSGC) K-12 Educator Incentive Program will provide up to $400 for Michigan teachers to attend workshops on math and science. For an application:

http://mi.spacegrant.org/index.

To Apply/More Information

Application forms and updated information available at: http://wupcenter.mtu.edu

Application deadline is: June 1, 2012

Submit applications to: Joan Chadde, Institute Coordinator Center for Science & Environmental Outreach

105 Dillman Hall - Michigan Tech University

1400 Townsend Dr., Houghton, MI 49931

Tel: 906-487-3341 Fax: 906-487-1620

Email: jchadde@mtu.edu

Accommodations & Meals

Registration includes meals and 4 nights lodging M-Th (double occupancy) at hotels in Silver City, Marquette, and Munising, and one night on MTU’s campus.

Investigate the Geology of Michigan!

View the Keweenaw fault at Bete Gris in the Keweenaw Peninsula where sandstone lies next to lavas thrust upward thousands of feet.

Examine lava flows in the Keweenaw Peninsula, some forming great cliffs, as seen near Phoenix and the Cliff Mine, where one flow is more than 1,200 feet thick!

Observe Jacobsville sandstone and serpentinized

peridotite at Presque Isle Park near Marquette.

Investigate the shoreline processes and glacial

features of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore..

Explore glacial features, such as striations, erratics, and glacial lakes throughout the U.P.

Visit beautiful Tahquamenon Falls State Park and observe exposed layers of bedrock at the Upper Falls and learn how bedrock is formed.

Visit Seaman Mineral Museum and several other area mines.

Instructors

Dr. Bill Rose, Professor, Geological & Mining Engineering & Sciences, Michigan Tech University Invited

Emily Gocchis, PhD. candidate, Michigan Tech University

Erika Vye, PhD candidate, Michigan Tech University

Kathleen Clough, Teacher in National Parks Program

David Kronk, Training Instructor, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Invited

Bob Wild, Park Interpreter, Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park