Workshop Overview

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In this workshop we will introduce instructors to newly created teaching modules on Ecological Forecasting.These materials take a structured approach to helping undergraduate students learn to apply the iterative forecasting cycle to develop an ecological forecast for a NEON site and practice creating forecasts that are effectively designed and communicated to managers and the public.

Goals

The goals of this experience are to:

  • Connect with colleagues with a shared interest in teaching inquiry with open data
  • Learn about strategies for teaching with large datasets that improve quantitative reasoning in students
  • Integrate ecological forecasting into course materials
  • Gain experience in working with education materials delivered through R Shiny applications

Workshop Meeting Date:

This workshop will take place in conjunction with the Joint Aquatic Sciences Meeting, at 1-5pm on May 15, 2022.

Expectations

By applying to this experience, participants agree to do the following if they are accepted:

  • Participate fully in the entire workshop.
  • Bring a laptop for engaging in the activities.
  • Follow the Code of Conduct –The Project EDDIE Workshop will be taking place within the Carleton Community and participants are expected to abide by Carleton's Policy on Sexual Misconduct.

Location

DeVos Place - Monroe C, DeVos Convention Center, Grand Rapids, MI.

Program

All materials (e.g. powerpoint files, links to R Shiny apps) will be available here.

Additional Resources

For More Information

For more information about this workshop please contact Tadhg Moore (tadhgm[at]vt.edu), Mary Lofton (melofton[at]vt.edu)