Kara Haas

Learning in Nature.

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Defending My Dissertation: A Reflection

Yesterday I successfully defended my dissertation*. It was a wonderful day and one I have been daydreaming about for a very long time. I’m still processing my feelings and…
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Michigan Teachers Exploring Nature

The second year of our Michigan Teachers Exploring Nature (MiTEN) Program has come and gone!  For three weeks, an incredible group of 12 future elementary teachers from MSU’s teacher prep…
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Michigan Raptor Migration Teaching Network

Michigan Raptor Migration Teaching Network (MRMTN) is a new program of Hawk Migration Association of North America which will support K-12 educators in experiencing and sharing the science of…
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About me

Hello! I’m a Michigan-based educator with a passion for learning about nature, in nature. I work with teachers, finding creative ways to teach science that are place-based and community-engaged. Through my work at MSU’s W.K. Kellogg Biological Station I connect teachers and scientists so we can learn about current research and science communication together.