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Lawrence Hall of Science
MARE

www.lawrencehallofscience.org/MARE

Organization Type:
School/University

Mission:
Lawrence Hall of Science is a resource center for preschool through high school science and mathematics education, and a public science center for learners of all ages. Marine Activities Resources and Education (MARE) is a whole-school, interdisciplinary curriculum and professional development program for grades K-8.

Contact:
Roberta Dean
Lawrence Hall of Science- MARE
UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA 94720
Phone: (510) 642-5008
Fax: (510) 642-1055
rdean@berkeley.edu

Geographical Focus:
Local, Regional, State, National, International

Counties Served:
All

Activities:
Education

Topic:
Wetlands, Kelp Forest, Islands, Beaches, Rocky Intertidal, Wildlife, Endangered Species, Bay & Estuary Habitats, Marine/Estuary Reserves and Sanctuaries, Open Ocean/Oceanography, Ponds

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Activity/Learning Kit, Posters, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Field Trips, Guidebooks, Exhibits/Displays, Website, Library/Lending Materials

Education Programs:
Programs:
•  Summer Leadership Institutes for teachers (2 weeks long)
•  Whole staff professional development inservices
•  Consulting, coaching
•  In-class teaching/science demonstrations
•  Ocean Month/Week at schools
•  Habitat workshop series for teachers
•  Introductory workshops for teachers

Materials/publications:
•  Marine Science Field Trips: Central California
•  Teachers Guide to Ponds (K)
•  Teachers Guide to the Rocky Seashore (K-1)
•  Teachers Guide to Sandy Beachers (2)
•  Teachers Guide to the Wetlands (3)
•  Teachers Guide to the Kelp Forest (4)
•  Teachers Guide to the Open Ocean (5)
•  Teachers Guide to Islands (6)
•  Teachers Guide to Coral Reefs (7)
•  Teachers Guide to Polar Seas (8)
•  On Sandy Shores
•  Only One Ocean
•  Ocean Currents

Target Audiences:
K-9th Grades, Teacher, Non-Formal Educator

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 30, varies by program

Other Languages:
Spanish:
Rocky Seashore curriculum guide for 1st grade, misc. translations of materials across grade levels.

Internship Opportunities

  Program:
MARE Intern
  Description:
Assisting with all programs, especially giving presentations to school groups during Ocean Month/Weeks and helping to conduct Summer Leadership Institute
  When Needed:
Year-round
  Qualifications:
Background in Marine Science or related field, experience teaching, working with kids and or teachers
  Application:
Letter and resume to MARE
  Number of Interns:
1-2
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
Yes
  Credit:
No
  Contact Name:
Roberta Dean
(510) 642-5008
rdean@berkeley.edu


Service Fee:
Varies by program

General Services:
Restrooms, Picnic Area, Bookstore/Gift Shop, Telephone

Parking Availability:
Yes

Public Transit Access:
AC Transit

Disabled Access:
LHS is accessible to disabled visitors, most MARE activities are located at schools, most workshops have disabled access with advance notice.



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