Submit your application today to field test the PowerSleuth curriculum unit Energy Powers Maine in the fall of 2009. Maine science teachers in Grades 7-8 interested in field testing the materials are eligible to apply. This unit is the final component in a series of purposefully designed inquiry-based units, with the goal of teaching energy concepts to Maine middle school students. It is not required that teachers or their students have familiarity with the other PowerSleuth units (Energy Lights Maine or Energy Heats Maine) to participate.

Click here to download an application. Applications are due June 1, 2009.

Key features of the PowerSleuth curricula are:
• Attention to research-based findings related to energy topics, including commonly held understandings and ideas
• Alignment with National and Maine State Standards (2007 Maine Learning Results)
• Developmentally appropriate lessons
• Inquiry-based pedagogy and rich learning contexts
• PowerSleuth companion website www.powersleuth.org
• Relevance to Maine students
• Access to professional development training, educational resources, and access to an ongoing statewide support network

10 teachers will be selected for the field test and must agree to:
• Attend a one-day summer training on Monday, August 17, 2009 at the MMSA office in Augusta during which they will be introduced to the materials and feedback protocol
• Field test materials with students in the fall of 2009 and provide feedback by December 15, 2009

Field test teachers will receive:
• A $300 stipend for attending the August training and will be reimbursed for mileage and meals. Overnight accommodations the evening before the one-day training will also be provided, if necessary
• After the fall field test is completed and feedback is submitted, teachers will receive an additional $500 stipend

PowerSleuth curriculum materials have been developed with funding from the Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC).

The Maine Energy Education Curriculum Project is funded by the Efficiency Maine, a Program of the Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC).