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• Module on Teaching with Jigsaws
  Over the years, the jigsaw technique has been the most popular cooperative learning strategy among faculty who have participated in On the Cutting Edge Course Design workshops. The jigsaw technique is a simple, well-structured cooperative learning structure that emphasizes both individual accountability and achievement of group goals, both of which are critical for improved student learning in cooperative settings.
• Workshop on Preparing for Tenure
  Join us for a one-day workshop focused on making your strongest case for tenure and preparing your tenure package. This is a Cutting Edge follow-on workshop, held in association with the fall AGU meeting.
• Workshop for Heads and Chairs at Fall AGU
  This one-day workshop will provide an opportunity for experienced and new heads and chairs of Earth and Space Science departments to discuss successful strategies and challenges with others, learn about building a strong department, and meet other heads and chairs.
• Follow-up Workshop about Teaching Energy Announced
  

  In response to the large applicant pool and strong interest in the original workshop, a one-day follow up workshop about teaching energy will be held October 17, 2009 in conjunction with the GSA Annual Meeting in Portland, Oregon. Register by Sept. 30.

• Building Strong Geoscience Departments Visiting Workshop Program
  The Building Strong Geoscience Departments project is launching a Visiting Workshop Program. We'll bring our workshop to you, with programs that feature concrete examples drawn from the leaders' experience and from the collective experiences of the geoscience community. The first set of applications will be reviewed on Sept. 16.

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