Table 7 Scientists’ recommendations for future RETs

1. More diversity of educators (regionally and subjects taught)

2. Teachers from states where fossil digs occur

3. Develop a cohesive story for the program and experience

4. Focus on the science and engage the teachers in the discussion

5. Engage teachers in professional talks and experience

6. Find a way to allow teachers to take fossil samples back to their classroom

7. 25% returning teachers; have them present their experience to the new teachers

8. Consider pairs of teachers from the same school

9. Present webinars prior to the face-to-face for sharing information, covering preliminary topics, etc

10. Track collaborations and teach teachers how to prepare a professional poster and talk