The Art & Science
of Coral Reefs
3 graduate credits
Castleton State College
Field Course for K-12 educators
South Water Caye, Belize
Marine Research Station
February 18-24, 2006

Venture into the tropics!
Learn inspiring ways to engage your students in scientific inquiry with Liza Myers, artist/educator, and Cynthia Moulton, ecologist/educator as they again collaborate to offer this fascinating course. Cynthia has been teaching at Castleton State College since 1997, and has taught courses in the tropics for five years. Liza has taught adults and children for 29 years including four years in Latin America.
In this beautiful outdoor classroom you will:
  • Observe a variety of species of tropical birds, fish, and other creatures in their natural environment.
  • Explore the complexities of coral reefs and their associated habitats.
  • Become a naturalist as you draw, paint & identify the details of nature.

Through your observations and sketches you will discover your area of scientific interest. From there you will develop an in-depth investigation aided by the field station's reference resources, and our studies of the island's ecology. Foster your ability to observe, inquire, and learn in these unique surroundings and bring this new skill and insight back to your classroom to share with your students.

In this intensive learning experience we will be journaling, sketching, painting, and snorkeling. No previous snorkeling experience is necessary, but do bring sunscreen and a hat!

Enroll through Castleton State College class code: SED 5710

Course cost is $1,500. This includes:

  • 3 graduate credits from Castleton State College
  • Instruction from two experienced professors.
  • Lodging – 6 nights at South Water Caye Marine Research Station, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner while at the field station.
  • Minimum 8 students, maximum 12 students
Detailed travel options will be provided by the instructors as well as a list of essential supplies and equipment. Students will arrange for their own air transportation and airport transfer to Belize City.

For more information please contact Dr. Cynthia Moulton at cynthia.moulton@castleton.edu

To view Liza Myers' artwork, see www.lizamyers.com
Liza Myers Gallery & Studio
22 Center Street
Brandon, Vermont 05733
Phone & Fax: (802) 247-5229
Email: Liza@lizamyers.com