Frontiers in Physiology Section A: Teacher Application

Complete the information requested in the Word document file below and save it. Type only in the text boxes provided. Please do NOT remove the questions. Use11-12 point fonts.Remember to proofread and spell-check your document before submission. Please note:This program is only for those teachers who have previously completed the Six Star Science Online Professional Development Fellowship.

  1. How many years have you been teaching in the classroom?
  1. What is the highest degree you have earned at the time of this application?
  1. Are you currently enrolled in courses toward another degree? If so, please describe and provide expected graduation date.
  1. What subject(s)/course(s), grade level(s), and number of students do you currently teach?

Subject(s)/course(s) / Grade level(s) / Number of students
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  1. Did you complete theFrontiers in Physiology OnlineProfessional Development Program? You were asked to try new teaching strategies and/or transform a new lesson for use in your classroom.Give one example of how you implemented the teaching strategy or lesson in your teaching practice. (1 paragraph)

Yes, No, Not Sure(If not sure contact Margaret Stieben )
Example (Up to one page)
  1. Have you participated in previous summer research programs? (Yes or No) If yes, list the program(s) and sponsoring organization(s), and describe briefly (one paragraph) your activities in the program(s). NOTE: If you have recently conducted research, please contact Margaret E. Stieben() to discuss your eligibility.

Yes or No / Describe your experience (1 paragraph)
  1. What do you feel are some of the most important needs in science education at your school and at your district/county level?
  1. During your Online Professional Development Fellowshipyou were introduced to Six Star Science. Over the past year(s), which of the Six Stars have you used to transform your teaching? Briefly describe how you used three of the Six Stars (student-centered learning, integrating technology, valuing equity/diversity, up-to-date content, authentic assessment, and reflecting on teaching).

Which of the Six Stars did you use? / Example (1 paragraph):
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  1. What kinds of results have you seen using more inquiry-based teaching in your classroom?
  1. Why do you want to participate in a hands-on research experience? Explain some possible ways you might integrate a Frontiers in Physiology research lab experience with your teaching.

WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED SECTION A:

1)Save your document as a PDF file. This is required to upload the application materials to the APS Online Awards Application System.Your file should not be larger than 10MB; this should not be a problem since you are not adding graphics to this file. Due date: No later than March 15, 2019.

a)If you do not have a “PDF Writer” printer option on your computer, you can convert your documents to PDFs online free at either of these sites or

b)If you have tried both sites and still have difficulties saving your document as a PDF file, contact Margaret E. Stieben () for assistance. Please DO NOT wait until the last day of submission to do so!

2)Upload your file on the APS Online Awards Site as directed in the Application Instructions.

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