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ABSTRACT INFORMATION
'Growing minds in science'

Scientists estimate the Earth will hold 9 billion people by 2050. How will we feed growing population sustainably? The answer is soil nutrients. This workshop includes resources and activities to engage middle and high school students.. The workshop includes hands-on activities about soil science that teachers can replicate in their classrooms, such as the nutrient word scramble. By the end of the workshop, educators will be equipped with materials, activities, and resources to take their soil science unit to the next level!

Workshop Session (all workshops will be 75 minutes)
Presentation:
     15471_5832DebraKearney.pdf
Handouts:
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SPEAKER(S) INFORMATION
Debra Kearney
Email: DKearney@nutrientsforlife.org
Speaker Order: 1
Author Order: 1
Person Type: Point of Contact,Primary Presenter
State: District of Columbia
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Main Phone: 6418914182
Biosketch: The Nutrients for Life Foundation is an educational non-profit that provides information and resources to educators and the public about the vital role fertilizers play in feeding our world. All of its resources are science-based, user-friendly, and utilized by educators across the country.
Organization/Affiliation: Nutrients For Life Foundation