DISCOVERING THE SCIENCE OF THE ENVIRONMENT: MOBILE EDUCATION
Organization name: IUPUI
Program Type
Academic programs
Ages Served:
12-18 Years
Overview
Brief Program Summary: Utilizing a mobile resource trailer equipped with interactive technology
tools, web interface, and GIS mapping capabilities, the Discovering the Science of the
Environment (DSE) mobile technology trailer program travels to schools to provide FREE educational programming at school ground natural areas. The mobile trailer is in schools October-
November and April-June, and also visits parks and schools during the summer.
Success Metrics: Education: Access for underrepresented populations, Information technology
and computer literacy, K-12 education, Mentoring, Professional development for teachers, STEM
education
Demographics
Number Served & Racial Distribution:
Total Number of Individuals Annually Served
N/A
Black or African Americans Annually Served
N/A
Hispanic or Latinos Annually Served
N/A
Geographic Scope:
− Central Indiana Counties: N/A
− Additional/Other Areas of Focus: N/A
Resources
Annual Operating Cost: N/A
Initial Start-Up Cost: $0
Contact Information
Organization Name: IUPUI
Website: https://www.iupui.edu/
Respondents Name: Karen Dace
Email: kdace@iupui.edu