The Waldron Shale Project: Fossil Identification and Analysis for K-12 Science Classrooms is one of the programs the Falls of the Ohio Foundation is proud to support. This workshop trains teachers and environmental science educators to perform hands-on inquiry-based lessons using fossils in their classrooms.
Participants will receive:
1) a day-long professional development paleontology workshop at Bellarmine University
2) a bulk sample of fossiliferous shale
3) a kit of classroom supplies including a digital microscope and
4) ongoing professional support from Dr. Bulinski and Mr. Goldstein.
Participation will be determined by the following criteria:
1) Participants must be K-12 science teachers (public or private) or environmental educators
2) Priority will also be given according to when applications are received
Participants will be expected to:
1) Attend the workshop
2) Incorporate the Waldron Shale Project in their curriculum during the 2023-2024 academic year
3) Share resources and photos with the workshop organizers
Educators who wish to learn more or registered can now do so by following the link below.