Winter Online Courses 2009

• Lather Up: The Science of Hand Washing
• More than Skin Deep: The Science of Skin Health

Benefits

Credit

Graduate credit requires previous completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university/college. The course may be taken for a grade or pass/fail, but may not be audited. To receive full program benefits and credit, participants must actively participate in all components and satisfactorily meet all course requirements, including completing a final project, using course materials with students or the general public, and reporting results.

Application Procedure

Complete the online application. Terrific Science does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, or sexual orientation.

A $50 application fee is required for EACH course. You can apply online and pay the fee with a credit card or by a mailed check payable to Miami University. If you must withdraw from a course, $25 of the fee will be refunded if you notify Terrific Science at least 1 week before the start of the course. After that, the application fee is nonrefundable.

Terrific Science Workshops Application

Deadline

Please submit your online application no later than January 31 to allow enough time to process your information. Late starts may still be accepted.

Questions

Have questions about the application process or course details? E-mail us at courses@terrificscience.org or call (513) 727-3392.

	Lather Up: The Science of Hand Washing What do viruses, bacteria, protozoa, and fungi have in common? They are all germs! How can we stop the spread of germs? By washing our hands, of course! According to the Centers for Disease Control, hand washing is the single most effective way to prevent the transmission of disease. You will learn about the science of hand washing, soap, and disease control through readings, web-searches, questions and answers, and lots of hands-on activities that make the topic of hand washing interesting, fun, and relevant. Science Topics: microbiology disease transmission historical perspective of disease control science of soaps and detergents hand washing drug-resistant super bugs and more Grade Level: Geared toward 5th grade and above, but applications from lower grades will be considered. Course Dates: Materials available online February 2, 2009 and must be completed by June 15, 2009. No face-to-face meetings required for this online course. Credit: 1 semester hour of graduate credit provided Required text is available for purchase at terrificscience.org/sciencestore. Course participants receive a 20% discount. Details provided upon acceptance into the course.

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	More than Skin Deep: The Science of Skin Health Many people spend a lot of time and money trying to change the color of their skin. Most of the skin lightening and darkening methods available come with dangerous side effects, so beware! Protecting the skin from damage is an important consideration for people of all skin shades. You will learn about the science of skin health, sun protection products, UV radiation, and skin bleaching through readings, web-searches, questions and answers, and lots of hands-on activities that make the topic of skin health engaging and relevant. Science Topics: genetics of skin color science of sunscreens electromagnetic radiation risk perception critical thinking skin bleaching and tanning and more Grade Level: Geared toward 5th grade and above, but applications from lower grades will be considered. Course Dates: Materials available online February 2, 2009 and must be completed by June 15, 2009. No face-to-face meetings required for this online course. Credit: 1 semester hour of graduate credit provided Required text is available for purchase at terrificscience.org/sciencestore. Course participants receive a 20% discount. Details provided upon acceptance into the course.

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