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                National Science & Technology Symposium
                ******* PRELIMINARY REGISTRATION *******

        Community Partnerships for Literacy in Science & Technology
                Imagining & Maximizing Possibilities
                Orlando, Florida - January 17-21, 1996

A NATIONAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY SYMPOSIUM is provided through the efforts
of the Cooperative Extension System, its National Network for Science &
Technology, the National Center for Science Teaching and Learning, the
Eisenhower National Clearinghouse, and the Triangle Coalition.

                ******  SYMPOSIUM GOALS  ******

Provide Opportunities to gain knowledge, greater awareness and capacity in:

        * Content       * Deliveries    * Resources     * Networks

Symposium Participants Will:

* Learn about model community programs nation wide.
* Learn strategies for partnering with community resources.
* Learn strategies for facilitating learning in science & technology.
* Participate in "action" workshops.
* Participate in national networking.
* Learn strategies for diversity in teaching.

                ******  ABOUT THE SYMPOSIUM  ******

Community partnerships for literacy in science and technology can greatly 
impact young people.  Communities can coordinate and work together to 
provide greater opportunities for young people to learn and experience 
science & technology in non-formal and formal settings.  Resources of the 
community can be used more effectively to help prepare young people for 
the workplace and to develop positive and productive citizens.

On January 17, 1996 individuals representative of communities will meet 
in Orlando, Florida for four days of focus on resources and opportunities 
for teaching and learning science & technology.  How to plan, facilitate 
and "make things happen" within the community will be an important 
outcome for attendees. There will be opportunities to learn about "real" 
examples of successful community action.  As the African proverb states, 
"It takes an entire village to raise a child", so will states, counties, 
and local communities be better able to affect the education and 
development of young people.  Formal and non-formal educators, business, 
industry, local and state government, civic organizations, and others 
will become better able to work together toward common interests in 
America's youth.

                        A PRECONFERENCE

An electronic preconference is being explored for the 1996 National 
Science & Technology Symposium to be held during Fall 1995.  A moderated 
forum for discussion of the various topics related to the symposium will 
be facilitated for several weeks prior to January 17, 1996.  There will 
be no registration for this service, but participants with email 
capability would benefit from registering for the symposium by the August 
15, 1995 early deadline.

                        FIELD TRIPS AND WORKSHOPS

As you review the agenda you will see that field trips are scheduled for 
the first full day.  The field trips are designed to help participants 
expand their vision of the resources available for education.  Orlando is 
a city where imagination is used quite extensively.  Symposium 
participants will have opportunities to "Imagine" Possibilities for 
utilizing community resources for the development and education of young 
people.

Workshops are scheduled for the second full day and part of the last 
day.  Sixty (60) workshops are possible for the symposium with a wide 
range of topics related to science education.  After "Visioning" and 
"Imagining" possibilities, participants will have opportunities to 
"Maximize" possibilities in hands-on and action oriented workshops.  This 
will be a unique time to participate in field trips, then workshops.  
Opportunities will be available to interact with presenters during 
scheduled consultations.

Field Trip and Workshop selection materials will be sent to early 
registrants and others in September.  ALL SYMPOSIUM PARTICIPANTS are 
encouraged to pre-select field trips and workshops and to PLAN their time 
effectively.

The closing program will focus on "Actualizing" the possibilities at an 
attraction known throughout the world for its innovativeness and imagination.

                        WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

* Teachers and Other Youth Educators.
* Youth Organization Staff.
* Extension Professionals.
* Teen Leaders.
* Volunteer Leaders.
* Business and Industry.
* Community Leaders.
* Science Centers/Museums.
* Others interested in Youth Development and Education.

                ******  PRELIMINARY AGENDA  ******

Wednesday, 1/17         VISIONING the POSSIBILITIES

 1:00 - 5:00 pm                 Registration Open
 5:00 - 6:30                    Opening Session; Welcome, introductions,
                                keynote speaker
 6:30 - 8:00                    Reception
 8:00 - 8:30                    Field Trip Orientations
 8:30 - 9:00                    Regional Meetings

Thursday, 1/18          IMAGINING the POSSIBILITIES

 6:30 - 8:00 am                 Continental Breakfast
 7:00 - 8:30                    Buses leave for field trips

                                Inspiring Aerospace Resources
                                Discovering Disney
                                Humans and the Environment
                                Tapping Local Resources
                                (possible 5th field trip)

 4:00                           Buses return from Field Trips
                                Shuttles begin to Sea World
 6:00 - 9:00                    Evening at Sea World
 8:00 -10:00                    Shuttles continue from Sea World to Hotel

Friday, 1/19            MAXIMIZING the POSSIBILITIES

 7:00 - 8:00 am                 Continental Breakfast
                                Exhibits Open
 8:00 - 9:30                    Workshop Session I.
                                Twelve Breakouts Each Workshop, 30-50 
                                people per session.
 9:30 -10:00                    Break
10:00 -11:30                    Workshop Session II.
11:30 - 1:30 pm                 Box Lunch. Presenters Available 
                                for Consultations in Breakout Rooms.
 1:30 - 3:00                    Workshop Session III.
 3:00 - 3:30                    Break
 3:30 - 5:00                    Workshop Session IV.
 5:00 - 7:00                    Workshop Presenters Available for
                                Consultations in Breakout Rooms.
                                Exhibits Close for the Day.

Saturday, 1/20          ACTUALIZING the POSSIBILITIES
 
 7:00 - 8:30                    Continental Breakfast
                                Exhibits Open
 8:30 -10:00                    Workshop Session V.
10:00 -10:30                    Break
10:30 -11:30                    Planning Workshops
11:30 - 1:00                    Box Lunch. Presenters Available 
                                for Consultations in Breakout Rooms.
 1:00 pm                        Shuttles begin to Epcot
                                Afternoon FREE
                                Exhibits Close by 4:00 pm
 5:00                           Epcot Evening Begins with 
                                Reception/Buffet meal.
                                Keynote Speaker
 8:00 - ??                      Shuttles run to Hotel

                        ******  REGISTRATION  ******

Symposium Registration Fees are being kept as low as possible and will be 
used with other sources of funds to offset expenses related to the 
various activities of the symposium.  Individual expenses covered by the 
fee may include: receptions and other meal functions, bus transportation 
for field trips, fees for various field trips and evening activities, and 
breaks.

Early registration is encouraged due to limited capacity for the 
symposium and to take part in the possible preconference.  Fees of 
$125.00 per person are due August 15, 1995.  Teams of five or more people 
representing a state or organization may claim a fee waiver for a sixth 
person.  Please send team registration materials together.

CONFIRMATION of registration and fee payment will be sent within three 
weeks of receipt.

CANCELLATIONS.  Prior to October 15, 1995 the entire registration fee 
will be refunded.  Between October 15 and December 15, 1995 half the 
registration fee will be refunded.  No requests for refunds will be 
honored after December 15, 1995.

ACCOMMODATIONS.  The 1996 National Science & Technology Symposium will be 
headquartered at the OMNI/ROSEN HOTEL, 9840 International Drive, 
Orlando, Florida 32819-8114.  Phone 1-800-800-9840 to make reservations.  
Room rates are $89.00 plus tax for single/double/triple/ or quad.  
Reservations must be secured by a deposit equal to one night's room and 
tax.  Individuals are responsible for making their own reservations.  
Deposits are refundable if reservations are cancelled no later than 
three days prior to arrival.  Please identify the name of the symposium 
when making reservations.  A limited number of rooms are available so 
please call early.

FOR INFORMATION CONTACT:
1996 Sci-Tech Symposium
c/o Dr. Tony Cook                       334/844-2233  VOICE
211 Duncan Hall - ACES                  334/844-9650  FAX
Auburn University, AL 36849-5620        EMAIL st96-reg@acenet.auburn.edu

        ******  PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION FORM  ******
National Science & Technology Symposium - January 17-21, 1996

NAME:_______________________________________________________________

Title/Organization:_________________________________________________

Part of a State Team?________________Team Leader Name:______________

Address:____________________________________________________________

City:__________________________State:____________Zip:_______________

Daytime Telephone Number:___________________FAX NUMBER:_____________

Evening Telephone Number:___________________County:_________________

EMAIL address:______________________________________________________

Special Requirement (please call or describe - eg., dietary, 
accessibility, special a/v requirements, etc.):______________________

____________________________________________________________________

FIELD TRIP AND WORKSHOP SELECTION MATERIALS WILL BE SENT IN SEPTEMBER

Registration Fee:
Before Aug. 15, 1995....................................$125.00  
Between Aug. 15, 1995 and Oct. 15, 1995.................$150.00
After Oct. 15, 1995.....................................$165.00

ALL REGISTRATION FORMS AND PAYMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY DEC. 15, 1995
                                
                EXHIBITOR APPLICATION FORM

An exhibition period will be scheduled for Fri. 1/19 & Sat. 1/20.  (See 
Agenda).  There will be approximately 40 - 8X10 exhibit booths available.  
Table top exhibits will also be allowed.  Exhibits should be of model 
programs, science & technology education products, and resources for 
science & technology education, etc.

Title of Exhibit:______________________________________________________

Representative's Name:_________________________________________________

Organization/Company:__________________________________________________

Address:_______________________________________________________________

City:__________________________State:___________Zip:___________________

Phone:__________________________________FAX:___________________________

EMAIL Address:_________________________________________________________

Proposed exhibit: (Describe purpose and relation to conference objectives. 
Attach a separate sheet if necessary)__________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________

Contract and Fee information will be sent in September.  Approximate fee 
will be $200 - 300.00 for businesses companies, etc., and $0 - 100.00 for 
educators and non-profit organizations.

EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY SEPTEMBER 1ST

If you are also presenting a workshop please list workshop title:______

_______________________________________________________________________

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MAKE CHECK OR MONEY ORDERS PAYABLE TO:

1996 Sci-Tech Symposium
211 Duncan Hall - ACES                  334/844-2233  PHONE/VOICE
Auburn University, AL 36849             334/844-9650  FAX
EMAIL: st96-reg@acenet.auburn.edu
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John A. (Tony) Cook, Ed.D.             office:  (334) 844-2233
Extension 4-H Specialist                  fax:  (334) 844-9650   
211 Duncan Hall-ACES                    email:  jacook@acenet.auburn.edu
Auburn University, AL  36849-5620
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