
Barbra Sobhani
13300 W. 6th Ave, Science
University of Colorado at Boulder
I have taught physics, geology and astronomy at Red Rocks Community College for 20 years. I have focused on curriculum and program development, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary study. I have led interdisciplinary study abroad courses and regional field courses. I was the developer and Director of the Trefny Honors Program. A community college, STEM Honors program focused on the Wicked Problem of the Future of Water. Visit our webpage at http://www.rrcc.edu/honors. I was the Dean over the STEM division for two years. I am currently the statewide Director for NASA Space Grant, based out of University of Colorado Boulder.
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Conference Presentations (9)
Campus as Conservation Classroom part of Earth Educators Rendezvous:Previous Rendezvous:Rendezvous 2021:Program:Oral Sessions:Oral Session I
Place-based learning develops a sense of belonging for the student and an investment in the local community. By drawing upon regional history, ecology, issues, and data, learners are shown clear ties between ...
Other Contributions (4)
Connecting with the Environment through Nature Journaling part of Earth Educators Rendezvous:Rendezvous 2023:Program:Morning Workshops:Connecting with the Environment through Nature Journaling
This workshop will guide participants through the process of incorporating nature journaling into their curriculum. We will discuss ways to blend reflective writing, field notetaking and sketching to enhance ...
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Eastern Section, Geo2YC: The Two-Year College Division
July 2022 Earth Educators' Rendezvous 2017 Attendees
July 2017 Earth Educators Rendezvous 2015
July 2015 Earth Educators' Rendezvous 2016
Earth Educators' Rendezvous 2023 Attendees
EarthConnections Interest
GETSI Community
NAGT All
Earth Educators' Rendezvous Interest Group
Measuring Water Resources Interest Group
GETSI Interest Group
Critical Zone Science Interest Group
Teach the Earth
Carbon, Climate, and Energy Resources Interest Group
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Workshop Participant (33 workshops)
July 2021 Earth Educators' Rendezvous 2019 Attendees
July 2019 Building Pathways for Success: Supporting student transfer from 2YC to 4YCU
July 2017