June 4th - June 15th 2008

The Center for African Studies at the University of Florida is offering a two-week Summer Institute for ten K-12 teachers. The objective of the institute is for participants to increase their knowledge about Africa, including its geography, history, and culture. Participants will develop lesson plans for use in their classrooms. Participation in the summer institute is free. In addition participants will receive a stipend of $500. Alachua county teachers will receive continuing education credit. Participants are responsible for their accommodation.

HOW TO APPLY
Complete the application below and include the following items:
1. A brief statement of at least one page outlining
       i). What you teach     ii). How you would benefit from the institute    iii). How you would incorporate those benefits in your teaching.
2. A complete curriculum vitae
3. A letter supporting your application from your school.

                                       APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 18th, 2008.
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TEACHERS' SUMMER INSTITUTE APPLICATION

Name________________________________________ DOB _______________________

Telephone: Office________________Home_______________E-mail________________

School Affiliation & Address________________________________________________

Grade & Courses you teach_________________________________________________

Home Mailing Address __________________________________________________________

Highest Degree_____________Discipline_____________Institution_________________

SEND APPLICATIONS TO: Dr. Agnes Ngoma Leslie, Outreach Director
427 Grinter Hall, P.O. Box 115560, University of Florida, Gainesville,
FL 32611-5560. (352) 392-2187. Fax (352) 392-2435. E-mail: aleslie@africa.ufl.edu