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Amy Weiskittel, Principal Researcher, LyondellBasell Industries and Dr. Susan Matz, Retired Analytical Manager, LyondellBasell Industries Puzzling Polymer Properties Interactive Workshop Session (1.5 hour session) K-12 Teachers, Curriculum Managers (Grade Level: 2 - 8) Why can’t all plastics be recycled? Do all plastics repel water? Find the answer to these questions and more as you “explore and experiment” in a hands-on workshop designed to investigate puzzling polymer properties. The session will provide students (teachers) with experiences that build on their natural interest in and stimulate their curiosity about their environment. Hands-on activities will investigate the physical properties of polymers (plastics). These activities will aid students in appreciating that science and technology influence people and our environment. Biodegradable plastic, recycling, waste reduction efforts and litter prevention including increased efforts to reduce, reuse, recycle and recover used plastics will also be discussed. 2 ( 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM) TUC 400B Jerran Orwig, Advanced Inquiry Program Manager - Education, Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, Joan Hall, Zoo Education Staff, and Katie Campbell, Zoo Education Staff Life Science Concepts with Inquiry Investigations Interactive Workshop Session (1.5 hour session) K-12 Teachers, Curriculum Managers (Grade Level: K-12) Zoo education staff will guide you in how your classroom lessons and Zoo visits can dive into inquiry-based investigations. Spend time exploring the QUEST methodology and meet a couple of our inquiry animal all-stars as well. 2 ( 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM) TUC 400A
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