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            Pacific Education Institute Guides


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Field Investigations: Using Outdoor Environments to Foster Student Learning of Scientific Practices Helps students learn the skills of field science methodologies and understand that science doesn’t only happen in a laboratory or classroom. Outdoor field investigations in natural settings increase students’ problem solving abilities and motivation to learn science.



Project Based Learning Model Provides resources and examples through an 8 step model for how to conduct project-based learning. Aligns with Next Generation Science Standards Engineering Practices.
NEEF PBLM webinar using stormwater as an example


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Landscape Investigation Guidelines Challenges K-12 students to integrate science and social science in geographic inquiry - by applying spatial thinking, which mirrors what scientists practice as they make decisions that impact natural resources on landscapes.

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Schoolyard Biodiversity Investigation Educator Guide Targeted to elementary and middle schools, these guidelines teach students about biodiversity in their own schoolyard using field investigation methodologies.
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Technology for Field Investigations: Scientist-Driven Technology Practices This guide provides technology resources for students and teachers using the environment as a learning laboratory. The resources are divided into four sections: technologies used to observe the natural environment; websites to prepare for field work; field mobile units - apps and software for field studies; and geospatial literacy through GIS.

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Fostering Outdoor Observation Skills The first step in conducting field investigations is learning how to observe. This guide helps teachers connect students by observing the “book of nature.”


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Sustainable Tomorrow-Applying Systems Thinking to Environmental Education Curricula for Grades 9-12 Demonstrates how to apply systems concepts and problem solving tools used by natural resource managers using lessons from Project Learning Tree, Project WILD, and Project WET
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