The Highlands Biological Station offers field-based courses every summer and is pleased to offer as part of that series “Mountain Biodiversity for Science Educators” this June 25 – 29. Science educators may take the course for three CEU’s or two graduate credits through Western Carolina University, or just for fun! We invite educators of all levels to enroll in this engaging study of the biogeography and biodiversity of the southern Appalachian Mountains. Mountain Biodiversity focuses on the theory and practice of conservation biology as it relates to this unique regional environment. Topics include southern Appalachian historical geology, regional biogeography, principles of ecology and evolution, biodiversity assessment, and conservation biology.
Prerequisites: none. Course credit: can be taken for two graduate credits or three CEU’s Registration and credit fees: The registration fee for teacher education courses at the Highlands Biological Station is $150. Graduate credit may be obtained through Western Carolina University (WCU) for an additional $85 per course. Non-WCU students will also be charged an additional $50 application fee. If there’s anyone you know who may be interested in taking Mountain Biodiversity, please forward this information to him or her! For more information, or to register, visit *www.highlandsbiological.org/* or call *(828) 526-2602*. We’d love to hear from you! Best, Michelle -- Michelle Ruigrok Highlands Biological Station and Foundation 265 N. Sixth Street | Highlands, NC 28741 tel: Station 828.526.2602 | Foundation 828.526.2221 fax: 828.526.2797 highlandsbiological.org
