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The Society's Education Committee and the Education Foundation provide resources to promote the teaching and learning of science using plants and to encourage plant biology as a career choice.  ASPB offers this Statement on the Importance of Participation of Scientists in K-12 Science Education. In response to a recent call in Science to mobilze scientific societies, ASPB offers these inspiring, in-depth, and online instructional items culled from the full sets of resources linked below.

K-12

FEATURING:

The 12 Principles of Plant Biology
Plants are critical to education, research, and daily living. The 12 principles are integral to biology and can be explored for a better understanding of plant science.

12 Inquiry-Based Activities for Plant Biology - Engaging lab-style activities for students to explore the 12 Principles of Plant Biology.

Higher Education

FEATURING:

SURFSummer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) funds for ugrads to conduct meaningful plant biology research.

Core Concepts in Plant Biology
Key topics and objectives for undergraduate and community college plant biology programs.

Vision & Change in Undergraduate Biology
2011 Final Report  - V&C Ugrad Bio Blog

Career Development

FEATURING:

Career Workshops

How to Make a Great Poster

How to Make a Great Talk

How to Conduct a Prospective Postdoc Interview

Public Outreach

FEATURING:

Education Foundation Grants
Up to $50K for ASPB members doing education and outreach activities that advance knowledge and appreciation of plant biology.
Award cycles open in March.

Volunteer within ASPB!
Enhance your professional experience within the Society and through active outreach that promotes plant biology.


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