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A close up of the naked sea butterflies collected from the Outer Banks. Photo by Jeff Lewis\/University of North Carolina Coastal Studies Institute<\/em><\/p>\n Welcome to the newest online issue of Scotch Bonnet<\/em>. This marine education newsletter also is available as a PDF<\/a> \u2014 if you\u2019re like me and want to keep a hard copy!<\/p>\n We had an extremely hot summer here on the Outer Banks! With those warm air temperatures, low water temperatures (in the 60s), a swarm of naked sea butterflies (Clione limacina<\/em>) visited our beaches at least twice! This invasion was driven by strong southerly and southwesterly winds that caused a process known as upwelling.<\/p>\n You can learn more about this coastal event by reading my post about these creatures<\/a> in Coastwatch Currents<\/em>, the North Carolina Sea Grant blog.<\/p>\n A few issues ago, I shared a blog post that Buzz Hoot Roar<\/a> did on sharks<\/a>. I\u2019m a big fan of this science blog! Their premise is one reason; their humor, illustrations and insight are others. According to the About Us section on their website, Buzz Hoot Roar is a graphics-driven blog that shares and\/or explains a scientific concept in 300 words or less.<\/p>\n This sounds like what all educators should strive for when talking to the public, minus the graphics, of course. Enjoy their recent blog post on how to talk to your parents about climate change<\/a>.<\/p>\n Thanks to Windy Arey-Kent, Melissa Dowland, Andy Gould, Jennifer Metzler-Fiorino, Elizabeth Overcash, Lee Peoples and David Sybert for their contributions to this issue. Wishing you all a wonderful fall!<\/p>\n Explore this issue of Scotch Bonnet<\/em>. There are professional-development opportunities and family explorations for everyone. Take advantage of these wonderful conferences, workshops and more, especially if you\u2019re working on your environmental education certification. Keep reading for those unique opportunities and ideas for educators. There is a lot going on in North Carolina and beyond!<\/p>\n www.thesciren.org<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n The Scientific Research and Education Network (SciREN) is a nonprofit organization founded and led by graduate students that connects educators and researchers in North Carolina. The strength of the network builds on the passion of educators and researchers, the generosity of sponsors and the commitment of the SciREN administrative teams. SciREN aims to connect local STEM researchers and educators to foster the dissemination of current research and ultimately enhance the science literacy of today\u2019s youth.<\/p>\n SciREN\u2019s goals are to 1) Establish a lasting network of researchers and educators; 2) Facilitate cooperation and collaboration among members of the network; 3) Bring current research and researchers into local communities and classrooms; and 4) Support researchers in developing broader impacts, strengthening outreach efforts and improving communication skills.<\/p>\n SciREN aims to achieve these goals and its mission through annual networking events and lesson-plan workshops. The networking events bring researchers and teachers to the table for face-to-face interaction and exchange of ideas and materials. The lesson-plan workshops help researchers translate their work into classroom-ready exercises that meet state and national standards.<\/p>\n What:<\/strong> SciREN Triangle What:<\/strong> SciREN Greenville jcra.ncsu.edu<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Come celebrate the joy and value of playing outdoors at the J.C. Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University during Take a Child Outside week.<\/p>\n Linda Kinney, education specialist and manager of Playful Pedagogy at the N.C. Zoo, will present two opportunities for learning how to become a more playful, inspired, engaged adult who can expand a child’s potential to explore and experience nature through play!<\/p>\n For more about Playful Pedagogy, go to www.nczoo.org<\/a> and select Education. At the bottom of the page, choose Playful Pedagogy.<\/p>\n These sessions offer great information for parents, teachers, informal educators, grandparents, aspiring teachers or anyone who works with children.<\/em><\/p>\n What: <\/strong>PLAY IN NATURE: the hands-on workshop This workshop emphasizes play in nature and how to take advantage of the many benefits provided by the natural world. Participants will \u201cplay with\u201d aspects of nature and play, and explore how to combine outdoor play and learning environments. This session also will address strategies for incorporating playing outside into educational programs, classroom curriculum and everyday life.\u00a0Only 20 spaces available<\/u>.<\/em> Advance registration is required! Details and registration at jcra.ncsu.edu\/events\/details.php?ID=1371<\/a>.<\/p>\n What: <\/strong>The Importance of Play: A Parent and Teacher Lecture This is an evening lecture for parents, teachers and other engaged adults! Play is the way children explore the world around them and an ideal vehicle for establishing a relationship with nature. In this session, participants will explore the value of play and the importance of the adult in support of the playing child. We will also look at creative approaches to plan for play and practical applications of nature play. Details and registration online at jcra.ncsu.edu\/events\/details.php?ID=1368.<\/p>\n coastalstudiesinstitute.org<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n What: <\/strong>Ocean Currents and Shifting Sands: Exploring Marine Science at the North Carolina Coast<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>Friday, Sept. 30, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rx for Science Literacy<\/em>, a program supported by the N.C. Association for Biomedical Research, is partnering with East Carolina University and\u00a0the University of North Carolina\u2019s Coastal Studies Institute (UNC-CSI)\u00a0to present Ocean Currents and Shifting Sands: Exploring Marine Science at the North Carolina Coast, a professional-development workshop that explores ecosystems and processes that shape our coastline.<\/p>\n This experiential workshop will introduce teachers to current research being conducted at UNC-CSI. Workshop participants will engage in hands-on field and lab activities about coastal and estuarine systems. In addition, educators will learn how North Carolina is broadening its energy portfolio by investing in renewable ocean energy research through UNC-CSI and its partners. Standards-based lesson plans will be distributed for teachers to take back to their classrooms.<\/p>\n The workshop is open to middle- and high-school educators and will be held at UNC-CSI on Roanoke Island. Lunch is provided by the N.C. Association for Biomedical Research.<\/p>\n For questions, contact David Sybert at dmsybert@csi.northcarolina.edu<\/a>. To register, visit www.ncabr.org\/k12\/workshops\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n Right now, there is a wait list for this event. You can sign up to be notified if a space becomes available.<\/em><\/p>\n
\nUpcoming SciREN events<\/h2>\n
\nWhen:<\/strong> Friday, Sept. 9, 5:30 to 9 p.m.
\nWhere:<\/strong> NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC
\nCost:<\/strong> Free
\nLink:<\/strong> www.thesciren.org\/networking-events\/sciren-triangle\/<\/p>\n
\nWhen:<\/strong> Tuesday, Nov. 15, 4 to 7 p.m.
\nWhere:<\/strong> GO-Science, 729 Dickenson Avenue, Greenville, NC
\nCost:<\/strong> Free
\nLink:<\/strong> www.thesciren.org\/networking-events\/sciren-greenville\/<\/p>\n
\nPlayful Pedagogy at Raulston Arboretum<\/h2>\n
\nWhen: <\/strong>Thursday, Sept. 29, 1 to 3:30 p.m.
\nWhere: <\/strong>J.C. Raulston Arboretum, 4115 Beryl Road, Raleigh, N.C.
\nCost: <\/strong>$35 for members; $45 for nonmembers<\/p>\n
\nWhen: <\/strong>Thursday, Sept. 29, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
\nWhere: <\/strong>J.C. Raulston Arboreturn, 4115 Beryl Road, Raleigh, N.C.
\nCost: <\/strong>$10 for members; $15 for nonmembers<\/p>\n
\nTeacher Workshop at UNC Coastal Studies Institute<\/h2>\n
\nWhere: <\/strong>UNC Coastal Studies Institute, 850 NC Highway 345, Wanchese, N.C.
\nCost:<\/strong> Free, lunch is provided<\/p>\n
\nNOAA Workshop at N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores<\/h2>\n