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Dirk Baron
Department of GeologyCalifornia State University, Bakersfield
Dual-Credit Geology Classes at High Schools as a Recruiting Tool for University Geoscience Programs
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The Problem
• Due to the lack of Geology or Earth Science AP classes, few rigorous classes in these fields are taught at high schools.
• If Earth Science is taught, it is usually not taken by college-bound students.
• High school students are therefore rarely aware of the geosciences and the career opportunities in the field.
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One Solution – Dual-Credit Classes
• Universities support geology classes at high schools and give students university credit.
• The opportunity to earn university credit attracts college-bound seniors.
• Schools benefit through expanded opportunities for students and professional development for teachers.
• Students benefit through exposure to a field that offers excellent career opportunities and through transferable college credit.
• Universities benefit through increased enrollment and recruiting opportunities.
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CSU Bakersfield – Kern High School District– Dual-Credit Geology Program
• Started 15 years ago with one school, entirely on a volunteer basis.
• Expanded to six schools in 2012 with funding from the NSF and Chevron. About 350 high school seniors now complete the classes annually.
• Cost for students is $21 for 5 units of transferable college credit for our introductory Physical Geology class.
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Enrollment Growth in CSUB Geology Programs2006 - Present
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Lower Division FTES
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More Information: Topical Session at2013 GSA Meeting
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Acknowledgements
• National Science Foundation, Opportunities for Enhancing Diversity in the Geosciences program
• Chevron
• Kern High School District