Earthwatch education fellowships for field research projects worldwide.(news notes)(Brief Article)

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EARTHWATCH EDUCATION FELLOWSHIPS FOR FIELD RESEARCH PROJECTS WORLDWIDE: Earthwatch Institute, an international nonprofit organization that funds field research in support of environmental conservation and cultural preservation, offers fellowships that allow K-12 teachers to assist a professional field research team and make a contribution to global sustainability. By collaborating with scientists and community groups through service learning and research, these 1- to 3-week field r...

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