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Engaging Minds, Building Community : Facilitating community engagement in the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources

Creator:: Westdijk, Kate
Abstract:: Handout included: Communication Document from the Office of Experiential Learning. Presentation delivered at the 7th Biennial University Education in Natural Resources conference. Handout included: "Engaging Minds, Building Community: An Action Plan for Facilitating Community Engagement in the Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources."
Resource Type:: Presentation

Fostering engagement in natural resources through research : a case study of a high school summer employment program

Creator:: Grotta, Amy T. and Erickson, Ara
Abstract:: WSU Extension launched the Summer Youth Forestry Institute (SYFI) in 2007 as a way to engage youth in meaningful outdoor summer employment, teach science and natural resource skills, raise awareness of the functions and values of working forest lands, encourage natural resource-related careers, and enhance the management of public forest...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Transferring learning to work : making learning real for natural resource leaders and their employers

Creator:: Ashton, William, Needham, Ted, and Jaeger, Dirk
Abstract:: Investing in leadership development for natural resource professionals increasingly means linking learning for participants to performance for their employer. We were challenged to develop meaningful learning outcomes and their assessment, which included making the learning ‘real’ for the participants and their employer. Working collaboratively with the Ontario Ministry of Natural...
Resource Type:: Presentation

The educational values of trees and forests

Creator:: Sharik, Terry L. and Frisk, Stacey
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, held March 13-15, 2008 at Oregon State University. Learning is a complex phenomenon, involving three major modes, i.e., affective or emotional, cognitive or intellectual, and evaluative or values-laden (Kellert 2002, 2005). The environments in which this learning takes...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Preparing natural resource professionals for an uncertain world

Creator:: Franklin, Jerry F.
Abstract:: Keynote presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Video

Using Lego Blocks to Demonstrate Concepts of SDI and Relative Density

Creator:: Spicker, Monica
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, held March 13-15 2008 at Oregon State University.
Resource Type:: Conference Proceeding

Out Standing in Left Field: Disciplinary Boundaries in Undergraduate Forestry & Natural Resources Education

Creator:: Vonhof, Sarah
Abstract:: “Left field” implies something far from mainstream. In forest and natural resources education, biophysical science is the mainstream discipline. Biophysical sciences provide the knowledge to achieve desired forest and natural resource management goals. But an education that prepares students for successful careers must also provide understanding of the social context...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Literature review workshops for graduate students : helping students on the journey to becoming successful researchers

Creator:: Rempel, Hannah
Abstract:: Poster presented at 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources.
Resource Type:: Poster

Higher forestry education under the auspices of the Bologna Process

Creator:: Lewark, Siegfried
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Collaboration in Campus-Wide Assessment : Defining Undergraduate Information Literacy Competencies for Oregon State University

Creator:: Deitering, Anne-Marie
Abstract:: Colleges and universities across the country are feeling pressure from accrediting agencies and others to measure just what it is their students learn. Librarians at Oregon State University saw this as an opportunity to being information literacy into a campus-wide conversation about what all OSU graduates should know. Working directly...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Faculty mentoring faculty program [College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences Faculty - California Polytechnic State University]

Creator:: Gill, Samantha
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Improving student writing skills

Creator:: Baker, Fred A.
Abstract:: Presented at the 6th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources. March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Reasons and Reservations for Enrolling in Forestry Degree Programs: A Survey of Undergradaute Students

Creator:: Sharik, Terry L. and Frisk, Stacey
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 15-17, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Presentation

The Florida Master Naturalist Program : Innovations in Conservation Education

Creator:: Main, Martin
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, held March 13-15, 2008 at Oregon State University.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Opportunities and limitations in teaching forest resource continuing education : experiences with southern bottomland hardwood workshops and shortcourses (an update)

Creator:: Lockhart, Brian Roy, Ezell, Andrew W., and Hodges, John D.
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources. March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Education technology to "discuss" controversial topics in large-enrollment classes within the natural resources

Creator:: Dunning, John B.
Abstract:: Introductory natural-resource courses at Purdue University are often taken by undergraduates from a wide variety of backgrounds to satisfy general science requirements. These courses therefore have large enrollments (>400 students per semester) of individuals with little background in the natural resource field. It is difficult to teach large groups of...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Writing a teaching philosophy : simplifying the seemingly impossible

Creator:: Jensen, Edward C.
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Conference Proceeding

Socrates goes to the woods

Creator:: Millenbah, Kelly and Nelson, Michael
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, held March 13-15, 2008 at Oregon State University. In 2005, the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife (FW) at Michigan State University engaged in intensive curriculum discussion. The result of this discussion was a radical revision of the FW...
Resource Type:: Presentation

21st Century Fish and Wildlife Curricula

Creator:: Wolter, Bjørn and Millenbah, Kelly
Abstract:: Demands by employers for well-rounded individuals are increasing. Potential employers of fish and wildlife graduates are looking for staff that can communicate effectively, work autonomously, and who can problem-solve (Northwest Center Sustainable Resources 1998). There has been a paradigm shift in curriculum development driven by the requirements of agencies and...
Resource Type:: Conference Proceeding and Presentation

Top ten tips for teaching online

Creator:: Baker, Fred A.
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Poster and Presentation Abstracts : 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources

Creator:: 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources and Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources
Abstract:: List of abstracts for posters and papers presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, held March 13-15 2008 at Oregon State University. Contact the author(s) for more information on papers is listed here for which no entry appears in the conference collection at: http://ir.library.oregonstate.edu/dspace/handle/1957/7138
Resource Type:: Conference Proceeding

Conference Brochure

Creator:: 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources
Abstract:: Brochure for 7th Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13-15, 2008 (Corvallis, OR).
Resource Type:: Other

Fusing Science and Ethics: Tools for Natural Resource Educators

Creator:: Nagel, Linda, Nelson, Michael, and Vucetich, John
Abstract:: Natural resource educators are beginning to appreciate that formal critical thinking and ethical reasoning skills are not only important but absolutely necessary tools for the 21st century natural resource professional (both scientist and manager). However, given a historic lack of formal ethical reasoning within natural resource curricula combined with the...
Resource Type:: Presentation

It’s the Holes: On Teaching about Soils

Creator:: Warkentin, Benno P.
Abstract:: Poster presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources.
Resource Type:: Poster

Distance Learning Development in The College of Natural Resources [North Carolina State University]

Creator:: Hess, George
Abstract:: This symposium consists of presentations and discussions looking to the future of natural resources distance learning concepts. Key issues that will be discussed include: faculty development, technology roles - from remote imaging transmitted to the classroom to iPod lecture series and field assignments, credit transfer among Consortium members, faculty recruitment,...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Preparing future natural resource leaders

Creator:: Gordon, John C.
Abstract:: Keynote presentation for 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Video

Library course assignment pages : helping students with research skills

Creator:: Mellinger, Margaret and Gronemyer, Kate
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, held March 13-15, 2008 at Oregon State University.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Distance Education and Active Learning: One approach to support succession planning

Creator:: Attarian, Aram
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, held March 13-15, 2008 at Oregon State University.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Recruiting Isn't Rocket Science So Why Shoot for the Moon?

Creator:: Goggans, Rebecca, Green, Cary, and Allen, Nancy
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Using forest ecology exercises in science fairs to increase interest in forest resources education: an example from a stand development study.

Creator:: Lockhart, Brian Roy and Cronk, Buddy
Abstract:: Presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13-15, 2008, Corvallis, Oregon.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Community Forestry Research Fellowship: Ten Year Assessment and Future Prospects

Creator:: Bliss, John C., Christoffersen, Nils, Abrams, Jesse, and Fischer, A. Paige
Abstract:: Prepared for the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources. March 13 -15, 2008, Oregon State University.
Resource Type:: Presentation

A Pain in the Assessment? Teaching Evaluations and the Tenure Track

Creator:: Vonhof, Sarah
Abstract:: Teaching assessment can be a pain. But it can also be an opportunity. This poster describes my experience with student course evaluations and the development of a supplemental assessment tool. I teach two courses required for the college’s general education curriculum: Western Civilization and the Environment, and Natural Resources in...
Resource Type:: Poster

An Experiential Learning Approach to Graduate Education

Creator:: Bliss, John C., MacTavish, Kate, Christoffersen, Nils, Abrams, Jesse, and Guillozet, Kathleen
Abstract:: Prepared for the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources, March 13 -15, 2008, Oregon State University.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Trials and tribulations from a hardwood forestry literature junkie : the hardwood information project

Creator:: Lockhart, Brian Roy
Abstract:: This presentation and paper were presented at the 6th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources. Proceedings of that conference were not disseminated. As further work by this author was presented as an update in the 7th Biennial Conference, we have included this supplementary material in this collection as...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Comparison of Student Success in F2F Versus Online Soil Science Lab-based Courses

Creator:: Reuter, Ron
Abstract:: Traditional soil science courses, especially with a hands-on lab component, have been face-to-face events. CSS 205, Soils: Sustainable Ecosystems, an introductory soil course with a lab for non-majors, has been taught via online delivery for four years. Skeptics of online science lab classes abound. The question remains: how does an...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Teaching writing within Forestry

Creator:: Kolb, Thomas, Friginal, Eric, Lee, Martha Eugenia, Tracy-Ventura, Nicole, and Grieve, Jack
Abstract:: 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources. In 2005 faculty in the Northern Arizona University School of Forestry initiated a project to replace the required sophomore-level writing course taught by the English Department with a new course, “Writing in Forestry,” taught within the School. The goal of the...
Resource Type:: Conference Proceeding

Oregon forests : pathways to K-12 student success

Creator:: Dimeo-Ediger, Norie and Woodward, Julie
Abstract:: The conference, Oregon Forests: Pathways to Student Success was used to bring natural resource professionals and school district educators together to discuss what is needed to ensure the sustainability of forestry education in Oregon’s K-12 classrooms and to make plans for it to happen in their school districts. Using this...
Resource Type:: Presentation

The Next Aldo Leopold: A Place for Moral Reasoning in Natural Resource Education

Creator:: Moore, Kathleen Dean, Nelson, Michael, Swanson, Fred, and Johnson, Carly
Abstract:: Workshop presented at the 7th Biennial Conference on University Education in Natural Resources.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Natural Resources Distance Learning Consortium

Creator:: Evans, Gary R.
Abstract:: Presented at the Natural Resources Distance Learning Consortium Symposium. First of four presentations in this Symposium.
Resource Type:: Presentation

Wallowa Mountain Institute

Creator:: Harker, Donald
Abstract:: Wallowa Resources is focused on land and community stewardship – the opportunity to fulfill our responsibilities to land, community and future generations, and enjoy the resulting benefits. It is synonymous with husbandry, care and conservation. Within our work, it requires the integration of social, economic and ecological issues to identify...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Oregon Explorer : Natural resources information for current and future decision-makers

Creator:: Wirth, Andrea A. and Salwasser, Janine
Abstract:: Oregon Explorer (www.oregonexplorer.info), a natural resources digital library developed by Oregon State University Libraries and the Institute for Natural Resources, was created for Oregon’s natural resource decision-makers to promote informed and streamlined public and private decision-making. Examples of projects and successes of the Oregon Explorer include a basin portal for...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Distance Education: Wildland Fire Courses, Masters of Natural Resources [University of Idaho]

Creator:: Morgan, Penny and Cole, Cheri
Abstract:: This symposium consists of presentations and discussions looking to the future of natural resources distance learning concepts. Key issues that will be discussed include: faculty development, technology roles - from remote imaging transmitted to the classroom to iPod lecture series and field assignments, credit transfer among Consortium members, faculty recruitment,...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Graduate Certificate Program in Sustainable Natural Resource Management [Oregon State University]

Creator:: Bishaw, Badege, Radosevich, Steven R., and Morre, Susan K.
Abstract:: Presented at the Natural Resources Distance Learning Consortium Symposium.
Resource Type:: Presentation

The value of recurring intradisciplinary meetings for preventing stagnation in natural resources education

Creator:: Loewenstein, Edward F., Lockhart, Brian Roy, Long, James N., and Ezell, Andrew W.
Abstract:: Most of the forces in academia work to develop highly specialized individuals. Training comes primarily from a single person, the dissertation advisor. Detailed field study of various forest types or physiographic provinces is often limited to where we trained and where we work (sometime both are in the same location...
Resource Type:: Presentation

Zen and the Art of Chainsaw Maintenance

Creator:: Bartholomay, G. Andrew
Abstract:: Just as Pirsig’s (Pirsig, R.M. 1974. Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. William Morrow and Company, New York. 412pp.) account of his motorcycle adventure explores the dichotomy of holistic and reductionistic philosophies, so too does a short course in chainsaw safety and tree felling incorporate these seemingly disparate viewpoints...
Resource Type:: Other

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