Fuchs Foundation Antarctic Expedition 2009
Wanted: Practicing [Real] teachers for serious science in the Arctic
The Fuchs Foundation is announcing plans to recruit teachers for a unique expedition to the Arctic. This is the second Fuchs Foundation Expedition involving teachers. The expedition will help to fulfil the long term aim of The Fuchs Foundation to inspire a new generation of teachers and so inspire young scientists.
Applications are invited from Secondary teachers teaching Geography, Science and Sport Science. Teachers need to be practising at present and at the time of the expedition.
The teachers selected will develop (in conjunction with polar scientists) a science project linked to their subject. One that is simple, effective and can contribute a real difference to polar science. Pupils will be able to follow their teacher’s progress on the expedition and the science project. On return to the UK the teachers will need to follow up their field work in the local and national educational community.
The expedition will depart UK for the High Arctic in the school summer holidays of 2009 and will be away for a maximum of 5 weeks. Prior to this, full training will be given to the teachers in the UK and an overseas location.
How to Apply
- Letter of application:
Applicants are to complete a letter of application which will include the following:
- Ideas for a viable science project
- Support from their school
- Ability to impart the science and their experiences to a wider audience on return
- Ability to raise between £6 000 and £8 000 towards expedition costs
- Reasons for undertaking the expedition
- Completion of the enclosed questionnaire
Applications must be typed and double spaced.
Following the Application Letter applicants will be short listed for a Selection & Recruitment session from 11 th- 14 th February 2008
Deadline for Completed Applications is: December 31 st 2007
Letters of application should be sent to:
Bull Precision Expeditions Ltd (BPE) at stevebull @ bullexpeditions.com enquires are welcome via e-mail or 01623 626559 / 07813 812030
Potential applicants are welcome to contact BPE for more information.