REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR SPRING COURSES: JANUARY 2, 2009
PLEASE NOTE: These courses have been known to fill over a month before the registration deadline dates. Please register early to assure your space in the course.
Applied Environmental Education Program Evaluation (AEEPE)
This 13-week on-line course is designed to assist environmental educators and natural resource professionals in evaluating their education programs. Participants have the opportunity to develop and apply skills in designing evaluation tools such as surveys, observation forms, and interview and focus group guides. This course was developed as a cooperative effort between the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP) at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) National Conservation Training Center. Participants may obtain three undergraduate or graduate credits from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. All participants, regardless of location, are eligible for the in-state tuition rate. The course is also offered as a non-credit workshop for those who are not seeking college credit.
“I loved the way the course content was laid out. The units and course content flowed together very well. The course also provided me with ways to test/assess our programs and show results, conclusions, and recommendations in a legitimate way.” – Fall 2004 AEEPE course participant
“I thought it was a great introduction to a wide variety of tools and techniques and incredibly applicable to my current job and programs.” – Spring 2008 AEEPE course participant
To learn more, visit the course web site: http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/eetap/index.aspx or contact Angela Lemar (Angela.Lemar@uwsp.edu) for a registration form.
To learn more about EETAP visit the EETAP website at http://www.eetap.org/
Spring 2009 Dates: February 2 – May 1
Fundamentals of Environmental Education (FEE)
A 12-week online course about the fundamentals of environmental education is appropriate for both classroom teachers and for non-formal educators who work with students and/or teachers. Participants may obtain three undergraduate or graduate credits from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. All students, regardless of location, are eligible for the in-state tuition rate. The course is also offered at a reduced cost for those who are not interested in obtaining college credit.
The "Fundamentals of Environmental Education" online course was developed by the Environmental Education and Training Partnership (EETAP) in collaboration with national EE experts. It provides educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to incorporate quality environmental education into their instruction. Participants discuss the history, definition, and goals of environmental education; develop an understanding of the professional roles and instructional methods of environmental educators; and interact with other educators from across the country. Past course participants have given the course excellent reviews.
“This is a remarkable course. It is very well organized and in a way that I find models teaching organization we can all strive for. I enjoyed the opportunity to read about other people's experiences and to benefit from their knowledge and experiences. I also enjoyed reading the helpful comments the instructor gave me and others on the discussion board. What a wonderful opportunity!” – Spring 2005 FEE course participant
“The course included all the important aspects of EE and it was laid out in a manner that allowed you to learn at your own pace. The material was not too basic and it presented enough challenges to keep the learner interested.” –Spring 2008 FEE course participant
To learn more, visit the course web site: http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/eetap/index.aspx or contact Angela Lemar (Angela.Lemar@uwsp.edu) for a registration form.
To learn more about EETAP visit the EETAP website at http://www.eetap.org/
Spring 2009 Dates: February 2 – April 24
NEW COURSE!
Making EE Relevant for Culturally Diverse Audiences (MEER)
This 10-week on-line course is designed to provide participants with the basic knowledge and skills needed to make EE relevant to culturally diverse audiences. Through this course participants will broaden their perspective of EE to encompass interests and issues of concern to culturally diverse audiences, assess barriers to participation among culturally diverse audiences, and apply cultural competency skills in building relationships and partnerships with members of an audience they intend to work with in the future. Environmental educators must understand how to work with and involve diverse populations to ensure that their perspectives are heard and that they participate fully in environmental decisions being made at the local, regional, and national levels. This online course has been developed in collaboration with national EE experts who represent diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Although there are no prerequisites for this course, a working understanding of environmental education is essential for success in this course. Participants may obtain one undergraduate or graduate credit from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. It is also available as a non-credit workshop for those that are not seeking college credit. All participants, regardless of location, are eligible for the in-state tuition rate.
To learn more, visit the course web site: http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/eetap/index.aspx or contact Ali Cordie (acordie@uwsp.edu).
To learn more about EETAP visit the EETAP website at http://www.eetap.org/
Spring 2009 Dates: February 2 – April 10
Leadership Development in Natural Resources: Strategic Planning and Implementation (SPI)
During this 9-week course learn how to develop successful strategic planning and implementation models, processes and techniques. Emphasis will be placed on managing the strategic planning process to build the capacity of organizations to provide effective environmental education programs. Course participants will also have an opportunity for individual consultation time with the course instructor to discuss specific issues/questions they might have regarding strategic planning. This new course has been designed for environmental educators, natural resource professionals and graduate students who are currently involved in a strategic planning process or may become involved in one in the future. The course is available for two graduate level credits through the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point or for non-credit workshop.
If there is room you can put in this quote about the course “Strategic planning is often misunderstood, misplaced and sometimes forgotten. So this course focuses on best practices for a successful process and its implementation.” - Dr. Corky McReynolds, Strategic Planning and Implementation course instructor
To learn more, visit the course web site: http://www.uwsp.edu/natres/eetap/index.aspx or contact Angela Lemar (Angela.Lemar@uwsp.edu) to be put on the contact list for fall 2009.
To learn more about EETAP visit the EETAP website at http://www.eetap.org/
