The DD Harris Geography Teaching Scholarship

Don Harris was a highly esteemed geography teacher and author whose contribution to the study and teaching of geography in South Australia extended over six decades. In his memory, the Geography Teachers’ Association of South Australia will offer up to three scholarships annually.

Aim

The DD Harris Scholarships seek to encourage three beginning teachers, one from each of the universities – Adelaide, Flinders and the University of South Australia who possess a strong academic background in geography at tertiary level and is likely in the future to significantly contribute to  geography teaching in South Australia.

Criteria

Applicants must be entering their final year of a teacher training course at Adelaide, Flinders or the University of South Australia.

Have attained a high level of success in tertiary studies in geography/environmental studies

Intend to teach geography and/or Studies of Society and environment at middle school or senior secondary level in South Australia.

Through teaching practicums and a referee report demonstrate the potential to develop into an effective, enthusiastic and skilled geography teacher.

Renumeration

The scholarships will be valued at $500.00

In addition, the recipients will receive a one year membership of the Geography Teachers Association of South Australia.

Selection

Students who meet the criteria apply by completing an application form available from the Faculty of Education at their university or directly from the GTASA website: www.gtasa.asn.au

Applications

Applications close July 30th of each year.

Forward all applications to:

GTASA
163a Greenhill Rd
Parkside SA  5063