Grades: 9-12 Forensic Entomology: The Real CSI

COSI Columbus
Electronic Education

electroniceducation@mail.cosi.org

333 West Broad Street

Columbus, OH 43215

United States

Phone: (614) 228-2674 ext. 0

Fax: (614) 228-6363

Education: Grade(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Career Education, Problem Solving, Sciences

What is forensic science and why should criminals beware of bugs, bones and botany? It’s the battle of fact vs. T.V. as you get a closer look at the world of forensic entomology. Students will develop an understanding of how science is applied in the courtroom and used as a forum of scientific debate. Dr. Jason Byrd, a Board Certified Forensic Entomologist at the University of Florida, describes how forensic science is actually conducted, and not how it is portrayed by the popular media. Through his video presentation students will see how a variety of different sciences are linked together to improve methods for the detection and apprehension of criminals. Dr. Byrd is currently a Bureau Chief with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and is the Director of Development for the Maples Center for Forensic Medicine at the University of Florida.Students should prepare questions in advance, based on the information sent to the teacher.
Objectives

- Introduction of the expert- Presentation by the expert (format varies, usually about 20-30 minutes in length)- Student discussion and Q&A with the expert, in a round-robin fashion through all the schools connected
National Standards to which this program aligns

Specifics vary according to program.Science content standards for grades 5-8:A. Understandings about scientific inquiryE. Understandings about science and technologyF. Science and technology in societyG. Science as a human endeavor, and the nature of science.Science content standards for grades 9-12:A. Understandings about scientific inquiryE. Understandings about science and technologyF. Science and technology in local, national, and global challengesG. Science as a human endeavor and the nature of scientific knowledge
Program Length

60 minutes
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3/19/2008
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
12:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Please visit COSI's website to make your reservation. http://www.cosi.org/educators/videoconferencing/
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $145.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy

The school has the right to cancel any program the day of the test if a successful connection cannot be made and COSI will refund all but the $25 processing fee. If a school declines the test connection, or reschedules the program or test connection within the two-week period, COSI reserves the right to charge the full dollar amount for the program.
Is video taping allowed?

The Provider broadcasts over ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 512 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

We require ISDN schools to dial into us. However, we can dial out to the schools and reverse line charges if special arrangements are made. We strongly recommend a connection speed of 384 or higher.

Grades: 8-12 Forensic Computing: The Intersection of Law and Technology

COSI Columbus

Electronic Education

electroniceducation@mail.cosi.org

333 West Broad Street

Columbus, OH 43215

United StatesPhone: (614) 819-2674 ext. 0

Fax: (614) 228-6363

Education: Grade(s): 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Career Education, Economics/Business, Problem Solving, Sciences, Technology/Information Science

The nightmare began when local and state police broke through the front door of the suburban home of a doctor and his family in a pre-dawn raid. Police analyzed the computer used by the doctor's seventeen-year-old son, an honors student halfway through his senior year of high school. This led to charges against the boy of four felonies and a misdemeanor. Father and son discussed the situation and vowed not to bow to pressure to enter into a plea bargain requiring the boy to admit guilt in a crime he did not commit. This is the story of how forensic computer analysis of the son's machine led the prosecutor to drop the charges and expunge the boy's record.Forensic computer scientist, Matt Curtin, performed the analysis and prepared expert testimony for the court. He is the founder of Interhack Corporation, a pioneering forensic computing and information assurance firm based in Columbus, Ohio. http://web.interhack.com
Program Format

- Introduction of the expert- Presentation by the expert (format varies, usually about 20-30 minutes in length)- Student discussion and Q&A with the expert, in a round-robin fashion through all the schools connected
Objectives

By participating in this program, students will:- be exposed to science and technology applications in the real world- face a challenge that scientists have- explore various career paths in science and technology- learn what they want to know about science and technology fields by directing questions at experts
National Standards to which this program aligns

Specifics vary according to program.Science content standards for grades 5-8:A. Understandings about scientific inquiryE. Understandings about science and technologyF. Science and technology in societyG. Science as a human endeavor, and the nature of science.Science content standards for grades 9-12:A. Understandings about scientific inquiryE. Understandings about science and technologyF. Science and technology in local, national, and global challengesG. Science as a human endeavor and the nature of scientific knowledge
Program Length

60 minutes
All times below are displayed in Eastern Standard Time, as specified by the Content Provider. To view times in your time zone, login or create a profile.
1/14/2008
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
12:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $145.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy

We ask that anyone making a reservation please check school calendars for holidays, professional development days and testing dates. We also ask that the person making the reservation please coordinate with teachers, technical coordinators, bridges and other interested parties prior to submitting the request. COSI will retain a $25 processing fee for ALL reservations and test connections: the processing fee and test connection are included in the price of the program. If you need to cancel a reservation, you must reschedule your program two weeks prior to the show. COSI will reschedule your program or test connection one time before an additional $25 rescheduling fee is added to the price. This $25 rescheduling fee applies to both program and test connections and will be added every time a schedule change is made beyond the first reschedule. COSI understands the occasional need to reschedule programs due to changing schedules, inclement weather or technical difficulties. However, COSI begins to commit time and resources to a program the moment a reservation is received. COSI strongly recommends performing a test connection at least 2 days prior to the event. The school has the right to cancel any program the day of the test if a successful connection cannot be made and COSI will refund all but the $25 processing fee. If a school declines the test connection, or reschedules the program or test connection within the two-week period, COSI reserves the right to charge the full dollar amount for the program.
Is video taping allowed?

The Provider broadcasts over ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 512 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

We require ISDN schools to dial into us. However, we can dial out to the schools and reverse line charges if special arrangements are made. We strongly recommend a connection speed of 384 or higher.

Grades 8-12: Forensic Anthropology

COSI Columbus

Electronic Education

electroniceducation@mail.cosi.org

333 West Broad Street

Columbus, OH 43215

United States

Phone: (614) 228-2674 ext. 0

Fax: (614) 228-6363

Education: Grade(s): 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Career Education, Problem Solving, Sciences

Dr. Nancy E. Tatarek, an Assistant Professor at Ohio University, will discuss forensic anthropology, a field that deals with the identification of human remains in situations which generally result in litigation. Problems of personal identification arise from instances of suicide, homicide, missing persons and mass disasters. Forensic anthropologists endeavor to identify the deceased and render opinions about the time and manner of death. The field blends the skills and knowledge of archaeology, skeletal biology and pathology and factors of personal identification. Dr. Tatarek has participated in over 50 cases with local Central Ohio coroner's and law enforcement agencies. Included in the information for the show is a challenge for students to try to identify bodies through forensic anthropology. Students should also prepare questions in advance, based on the information sent to the teachers.For more information about Dr. Tatarek and her work, please visit: http://news.research.ohiou.edu/perspectives/archives/0302/story4.html

Introduction of the expert- Presentation by the expert (format varies, usually about 20-30 minutes in length)- Student discussion and Q&A with the expert, in a round-robin fashion through all the schools connected
Objectives

By participating in this program, students will:- be exposed to science and technology applications in the real world- face a challenge that scientists have- explore various career paths in science and technology- learn what they want to know about science and technology fields by directing questions at experts
National Standards to which this program aligns

Specifics vary according to program.Science content standards for grades 5-8:A. Understandings about scientific inquiryE. Understandings about science and technologyF. Science and technology in societyG. Science as a human endeavor, and the nature of science.Science content standards for grades 9-12:A. Understandings about scientific inquiryE. Understandings about science and technologyF. Science and technology in local, national, and global challengesG. Science as a human endeavor and the nature of scientific knowledge
Program Length

60 minutes
All times below are displayed in Eastern Standard Time, as specified by the Content Provider. To view times in your time zone, login or create a profile.
2/4/2008
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
12:30 PM - 2:15 PM
01/28/2008

Please visit COSI's website to make your reservation. http://www.cosi.org/educators/videoconferencing/
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $145.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy

We ask that anyone making a reservation please check school calendars for holidays, professional development days and testing dates. We also ask that the person making the reservation please coordinate with teachers, technical coordinators, bridges and other interested parties prior to submitting the request. COSI will retain a $25 processing fee for ALL reservations and test connections: the processing fee and test connection are included in the price of the program. If you need to cancel a reservation, you must reschedule your program two weeks prior to the show. COSI will reschedule your program or test connection one time before an additional $25 rescheduling fee is added to the price. This $25 rescheduling fee applies to both program and test connections and will be added every time a schedule change is made beyond the first reschedule. COSI understands the occasional need to reschedule programs due to changing schedules, inclement weather or technical difficulties. However, COSI begins to commit time and resources to a program the moment a reservation is received. COSI strongly recommends performing a test connection at least 2 days prior to the event. The school has the right to cancel any program the day of the test if a successful connection cannot be made and COSI will refund all but the $25 processing fee. If a school declines the test connection, or reschedules the program or test connection within the two-week period, COSI reserves the right to charge the full dollar amount for the program.
Is video taping allowed?

The Provider broadcasts over ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 512 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

We require ISDN schools to dial into us. However, we can dial out to the schools and reverse line charges if special arrangements are made. We strongly recommend a connection speed of 384 or higher.

Grades: 7-12 Forensic Handwriting Identification

COSI Columbus


Electronic Education

electroniceducation@mail.cosi.org

333 West Broad Street

Columbus, OH 43215

United States

Phone: (614) 228-2674 ext. 0

Fax: (614) 228-6363

This program has not yet been evaluated.

Education: Grade(s): 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Career Education, Problem Solving, Sciences, Technology/Information Science, Writing
Program Description

Kathleen Stuebe will present information on forensic document examination and handwriting identification as performed in crime laboratories. Using mock evidence, Ms. Stuebe will challenge your students to help solve a “crime” by analyzing handwriting. She will then demonstrate how this handwriting is examined in order to determine the identification of the writer. Ms. Stuebe has been a Forensic Document Examiner since 1999 and is a Criminalist at the Columbus Police Crime Laboratory. Students should prepare questions in advance, based on the mock crime and other information sent to the teacher.

Introduction of the expert- Presentation by the expert (format varies, usually about 20-30 minutes in length)- Student discussion and Q&A with the expert, in a round-robin fashion through all the schools connected

By participating in this program, students will:- be exposed to science and technology applications in the real world- face a challenge that scientists have- explore various career paths in science and technology- learn what they want to know about science and technology fields by directing questions at experts

Specifics vary according to program.Science content standards for grades 5-8:

A. Understandings about scientific inquiryE. Understandings about science and technology

F. Science and technology in societyG. Science as a human endeavor, and the nature of science.Science content standards for grades 9-12:A. Understandings about scientific inquiry

E. Understandings about science and technologyF. Science and technology in local, national, and global challenges

G. Science as a human endeavor and the nature of scientific knowledge


60 minutes

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4/10/2008
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
10:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $145.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy

We ask that anyone making a reservation please check school calendars for holidays, professional development days and testing dates. We also ask that the person making the reservation please coordinate with teachers, technical coordinators, bridges and other interested parties prior to submitting the request. COSI will retain a $25 processing fee for ALL reservations and test connections: the processing fee and test connection are included in the price of the program. If you need to cancel a reservation, you must reschedule your program two weeks prior to the show. COSI will reschedule your program or test connection one time before an additional $25 rescheduling fee is added to the price. This $25 rescheduling fee applies to both program and test connections and will be added every time a schedule change is made beyond the first reschedule. COSI understands the occasional need to reschedule programs due to changing schedules, inclement weather or technical difficulties. However, COSI begins to commit time and resources to a program the moment a reservation is received. COSI strongly recommends performing a test connection at least 2 days prior to the event. The school has the right to cancel any program the day of the test if a successful connection cannot be made and COSI will refund all but the $25 processing fee. If a school declines the test connection, or reschedules the program or test connection within the two-week period, COSI reserves the right to charge the full dollar amount for the program.
Is video taping allowed?

The Provider broadcasts over ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 512 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

We require schools connecting ISDN to dial into us. However, we can dial out to the ISDN schools and reverse line charges if special arrangements are made. We strongly recommend a connection speed of 384 or higher.

Grades: 9 - 12 Advanced Energy Technology: Alternative Energy Sources

COSI Columbus
Contact Information

Electronic Education
electroniceducation@mail.cosi.org
333 West Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43215
United States
Phone: (614) 228-2674 ext. 0
Fax: (614) 228-6363

This program has not yet been evaluated.

Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 9, 10, 11, 12

Career Education, Problem Solving, Sciences, Technology/Information Science

Solar energy, Wind energy, Biofuel, and Hydro energy… Join Jerrold Hutton to learn how these technologies are being used today and their potential in the future. Learn how these renewable energy technologies work, and how they can fit into your daily lives. How can we create, in both the short and long term, a better balance between the needs of people, the planet, and profit to build a global future?Jerrold has 29 years experience in the advanced energy field now serving as Dean of Energy and Transportation Technologies at Hocking College and is a doctoral candidate at Capella University as well.

Introduction of the expert- Presentation by the expert (format varies, usually about 20-30 minutes in length)- Student discussion and Q&A with the expert, in a round-robin fashion through all the schools connected
Objectives

By participating in this program, students will:- be exposed to science and technology applications in the real world- face a challenge that scientists have- explore various career paths in science and technology- learn what they want to know about science and technology fields by directing questions at experts.

Science content standards for grades 5-8:
A. Understandings about scientific inquiry
E. Understandings about science and technology
F. Science and technology in society
G. Science as a human endeavor, and the nature of science.Science content standards for grades

9-12:
A. Understandings about scientific inquiry
E. Understandings about science and technology
F. Science and technology in local, national, and global challenges
G. Science as a human endeavor and the nature of scientific knowledge

Program Length 60 minutes

All times below are displayed in Eastern Daylight Time, as specified by the Content Provider. To view times in your time zone, login or create a profile.
4/16/2008
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM

Please visit COSI's website to make your reservation. http://www.cosi.org/educators/videoconferencing/
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $145.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy

We ask that anyone making a reservation please check school calendars for holidays, professional development days and testing dates. We also ask that the person making the reservation please coordinate with teachers, technical coordinators, bridges and other interested parties prior to submitting the request. COSI will retain a $25 processing fee for ALL reservations and test connections: the processing fee and test connection are included in the price of the program. If you need to cancel a reservation, you must reschedule your program two weeks prior to the show. COSI will reschedule your program or test connection one time before an additional $25 rescheduling fee is added to the price. This $25 rescheduling fee applies to both program and test connections and will be added every time a schedule change is made beyond the first reschedule. COSI understands the occasional need to reschedule programs due to changing schedules, inclement weather or technical difficulties. However, COSI begins to commit time and resources to a program the moment a reservation is received. COSI strongly recommends performing a test connection at least 2 days prior to the event. The school has the right to cancel any program the day of the test if a successful connection cannot be made and COSI will refund all but the $25 processing fee. If a school declines the test connection, or reschedules the program or test connection within the two-week period, COSI reserves the right to charge the full dollar amount for the program.
Is video taping allowed?

No
The Provider broadcasts over

ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 512 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

We require schools connecting ISDN to dial into us. However, we can dial out to the ISDN schools and reverse line charges if special arrangements are made. We strongly recommend a connection speed of 384 or higher.

Grades: K-4 Christmas Stories Videoconference

Format: 45-minutevideoconferences includes 30-minute storytelling or reading aloud of Christmas stories followed by a 15-20 minute interactive Q & A with students in grades K-4
Cost: $75 per site
Registration: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm
Questions: Chandra Allison, (615) 322-6511 or email Chandra at handra.allison@vanderbilt.edu
VANDERBILT VIRTUAL SCHOOL presents three "CHRISTMAS STORIES" videoconferences for students in grades K-4. Few people, even those who don't participate in the religious ceremonies of Christmas or Hanukkah, can resist participating in the spirit of love, generosity, community, and joy that pervade the holiday season. Each of the books and stories featured in our "CHRISTMAS STORIES" videoconferences will help bring that spirit to your classroom.
We present a special Christmas storyteller on December 7. Some color illustrations of her stories will be shown "full screen" to enhance a couple of the storyteller's tales on December 7 as she weaves her stories and captivates young listeners' attention. The gifts of storytelling are many, including moments filled with the wonder and excitement of stories, universal truths and morals to remember and use throughout life, and the special bond that connects the storyteller and the listener.
Two children's librarians will be reading Christmas stories aloud in the Virtual School on December 11 and 14. Full-color illustrations of each page of each book will be presented "full screen" for your students' enjoyment on December 11 and 14 as the children's librarians read aloud these holiday stories to your mesmerized students. Reading aloud to students helps them develop and improve literacy skills such as reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Since students listen on a higher level than they read, listening stimulates growth and understanding of vocabulary and language patterns.

Videoconferences: THREE "CHRISTMAS STORIES" - for students in grades K-4
Presenter # 1: Storyteller, Mrs. Jane (Jane Marshall) - for students in grades K-4
Date: FRIDAY, December 7, 2007
Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)

1) The Christmas Tree That Cried - a true story from Ms. Jane's childhood Storyteller Jane G. Marshall recalls a Christmas she'll never forget. In her neighborhood of Hilton Village, Newport News, Virginia, families gathered around a very large Christmas tree in front of their elementary school to sing Christmas songs. One year when Ms. Marshall was about eight years old something terrible happened to the tree. On Christmas morning the tree cried. What happened? Was the tree every happy again?

2) The Little Fir Tree - by Margaret Wise Brown with Pictures by Jim Lamarche Have you ever been lonely? A fir tree once was. He wished to be part of a forest - or part of anything at all. Then, a man takes the little fir tree away. Much to the surprise of the fir tree it becomes the center of a little boy's very special celebration. What was this celebration about?

3) Christmas Trolls - by Jan Brett
The magic of Christmas is revealed through the world of trolls. A young girl Treva loves Christmas. She and her family make presents for one another. One Christmas strange things happened - gifts disappeared.
Who could have taken the gifts? Treva discovers trolls who don't understand Christmas. How would you explain the meaning of gifts?
to trolls?

4) Little Elephant's Christmas - by Heluiz Washburne and illustrated by Jean McConnell Storyteller Jane G. Marshall treasures a book her Aunt Virginia gave her when she was four years old. Little Elephant's Christmas made Jane think about animals, like elephants, being part of a family.

Every Christmas Ms. Marshall reads again the story of an elephant family celebrating Christmas with a tree to decorate, meals to prepare, gifts to wrap, and games to play.
A book given as a gift to Jane when she was a child many years ago is a Christmas treasure.
Presenter # 2: Children's Librarian, Ms. Terri (Terri Thomas) - for students in grades K-4
Date: TUESDAY, December 11, 2007
Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)

1) How Santa Got His Job by Stephen Krensky.
If you think Santa Claus came into the world sporting a red suit and a white beard, think again. Santa tried his hand at all sorts of different jobs before he was lucky enough to find his true calling.

2) How Santa Lost His Job by Stephen Krensky Santa has the best job he can think of - bringing presents to children all around the world but there are always a few unexpected delays to make things a little hectic. Muckle, one of Santa's elves, thinking he can come up with a more efficient way of delivering the toys - without Santa!

3) A Creature Was Stirring: One Boy's Night Before Christmas by Carter Goodrich 'Twas the night before Christmas, and in this great house the creature who was stirring was a boy, not a mouse. As the family lives out the famous poem by Clement Moore, a young boy is unable to sleep and, in his excitement, performs several deeds bound to place him on the Naughty List, and one deed that just might save him.

Presenter # 3: Children's Librarian, Ms. Tori (Tori Ross) - for students in grades K-4
Date: FRIDAY, December 14, 2007
Time: 12:00 and 1:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone) - NOTICE this LATER time!!

1) The Polar Express / by Chris Van Allsburg The Polar Express tells the story of a young boy on Christmas Eve who is hoping for belief in the true spirit of Christmas. After falling asleep, a magical train called the Polar Express pulls up in front of his house and he is invited to journey to the North Pole. After reaching the North Pole, the boy is handpicked by Santa Claus to receive the first present of Christmas. He chooses a bright silver bell from Santa's sleigh which makes a beautiful sound. As the years go by, people around him notice that they can no longer hear the beautiful sound, even his parents and sister. But there are those who still can, those who still truly believe.

2) The Night Before Christmas / by Clement Moore, illustrated by Ted Rand Clement Moore's poem, The Night Before Christmas, has been illustrated by many talented illustrators. This one has big beautiful paintings by Ted Rand. Though in the poem Santa was called St. Nick, "'Twas the night before Christmas" is credited for creating our modern day vision of Santa Claus.

In the poem, 'Twas the night before Christmas, Moore describes events of Christmas Eve referring to stockings, visions of sugarplums, Santa, his sleigh and his reindeer. He says that St. Nick whistled and called the reindeer by name and introduces the names of Santa's eight reindeer (excluding Rudolph).

3) "King John's Christmas", from Now We Are Six: The Color Edition / by A. A. Milne "King John's Christmas" is a poem by the author of Winnie the Pooh and Christopher Robin fame, A. A. Milne.

Tori remembers her mother often quoting this line from the poem :
"And, oh! Father Christmas, if you love me at all,
Bring me a big, red, India-rubber ball!"

4) The Three Bear's Christmas / by Kathy Duval and Paul Meisel
You may know the story of the Three Bears, and what happened to their porridge, but wait until you hear about what happened to their gingerbread on Christmas Eve. It wasn't Goldilocks who visited them that night!

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Videotaping of Virtual School videoconferences is NOT allowed due to legal issues such as informed consent, jurisdiction, confidentiality, standards of practice, and supervision. We currently do not offer On Demand, Video Recordings, DVD's, Web Streaming, or Podcasting of our video conferences.
REGISTER today!
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Patsy Partin, M.Ed
Director, Virtual School
Vanderbilt University
2007 Terrace Place
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 322-6384

Email: patsy.partin@vanderbilt.edu
Web: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool

Grades: K-7 Holiday Herbaria

Bring Art into Language Arts and Science
Holiday Herbaria
Grades K-7th
$95.00 per site

The most famous “green monster” of all, Mr. Grinch, learns from little Cindy Lou Who, who has been studying botany in school, that many of our beloved December holidays have their “roots” in plant beginnings. The program includes the reading of a poem written in “Suess” style to present the content of the broadcast and ends with a demonstration of how to make a pop-up book called “Holiday Herbaria”. The teacher packet is a down loadable pdf with background information and complete "How to" instructions for the “Holiday Herbaria” pop-up book. MOST SITES WILL BE VIEW ONLY
To register go to http://www.connect2texas.net/

Gerri Maglia gmaglia@esc11.net or Lori Hamm lhamm@esc11.net .
Connect2Texas is a service offered by Education Service Center Region XI3001 North FreewayFort Worth, TX 76106(817) 740-3607

Grades: 8-12 The Legend of King Arthur

The Legend of King Arthur

Touch the Sky Ltd (England)
Contact Information: lucienne Sharpe lucienne.sharpe@touchthesky.uk.com

323 Goring Road Goring By Sea Worthing West Sussex

Worthing, West Sussex BN124NX

United Kingdom

Individual Program

This program has not yet been evaluated.

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s): 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Public Library: Library Patrons, Business/Community: Business Member, Community Member, Government Agency
Primary Disciplines

Creating a School/Community Partnership (Vista)
Secondary Disciplines

Creating a School/Community Partnership (Vista)
Program Description

To learn the story of what happened in the court of King Arthur Who was he? Who was Sir Lancelot and who was Merlin. Did they exist? What stories do we know about them and what did King Arthur stand for.What is Glastonbury? Where is it?
Program Format

We will watch some Film about King Arthur to get the time and History of the CourtStudents should come prepared with crayons and paper
Objectives

Explore HistoryExplore LegendExplore famous People DiscussionThe Art of Story TellingStory Boards
National Standards to which this program aligns

The Historic implications of legends
State Standards to which this program aligns

Using Imagination to be Creative in the use of Language and Art through the exploration of a story
Program Length
45 minutes

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

This is an opportunity to explore the legend of King Arthur and Sir Lancelot. The Legend and the wonderful mystery that surounds this story.The Round Table and Queen Guinevere
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $200.00Interactive Cost for Premium Site Members: $200.00 What's this?View Only Cost: $200.00View Only Cost for Premium Site Members: $200.00 What's this?Point to Point Cost: $200.00Point to Point Cost for Premium Site Members: $200.00 What's this?By Request/On Demand Cost: $200.00By Request/On Demand Cost for Premium Site Members: $200.00 What's this?
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy

The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice

Grades: 3-5 Cotton: Plant of Many Uses

Students from Stamford High School researched, prepared, and produced this Virtual Field Trip. It is intended for an elementary audience, third through fifth grade level. The goal of the VFT is to reinforce some fundamental knowledge students already have in geography, history and science, while giving students who do not have first-hand access to rural agriculture some insight into the process of growing cotton and the importance of this industry.

We are now booking for the spring semester, with few confirmed yet, so we're pretty wide open. We are central time zone and our preferred time to present is 8:15 - 9:00 am (CST). We can, however, arrange for any time before 11 am or after 2:15 pm CST. Please let me know what grade level, and how many students you are planning to do the VFT with us. You can visit our teacher resource website at http://www2.stamford.esc14.net:1090/ for more information.

We'd love to do a presentation with your school and look forward to hearing from you soon!

Grades: 4-12 Beat the Streets: Gangs Aren’t the Answer

!!FREE!!
The Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office has created an initiative in partnership with Project Love to prevent youth gang involvement and delinquency through a new program called READI4Youth (Reduce Crime, Empower, Advise, Dream Initiative for Youth). READI4Youth was launched to address the startling realities faced by today’s youth.

On December 13, 2007, a special distance learning program entitled Beat the Streets: Gangs Aren’t the Answer will be available to your students. Prosecutor Bill Mason and law enforcement professionals will lead a discussion with 6th, 7th, and 8th graders aimed at educating youth on the dangers of gang membership and to encourage positive behavior. The session will be broadcast live from the WVIZ/PBS studio. Join us for this FREE program and plan to have your students participate in what will be a very dynamic and educational interactive presentation.

Featuring:

Bill Mason Cuyahoga County Prosecutor

Captain Brian Heffernan Narcotics Unit, Cleveland Police Department

Sergeant Ron Ross Gang Intelligence Unit, Cleveland Police Department

Detective Dennis Fossett Juvenile Detective, Warrensville Heights Police Department

Date: December 13, 2007

Time: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Transmission Modes: NOTA, eTech Ohio IP and ATM networks, Cleveland V-Stations

Schools interested in participating in this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by December 10th.

Grades: 7-12 A Series of Conversations with Master Artists

Special WVIZ/PBS Distance Learning Program

Program:
Dominion Master Moments
"A Series of Conversations with Master Artists"

Featuring:

Alice Walker Writer and Activist,
Author of Color Purple


Date: Thursday, December 6, 2007

Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Transmission Modes: NOTA, eTech Ohio IP and ATM networks

On Feburary 9, 1944, in the small farming community of Eatonton, GA, Willie Lee and Minnie Grant gave birth to their eighth and final child, a girl, they named Alice. Little did her parents know that their youngest daughter would become one of the most prolific, controversial and respected African-American novelists of the later-half of the 20th Century. But the potential in Willie Lee and Minnie Grant's baby may not have been recognized early on by others living in their farming community. Alice would have to overcome a number of difficulties in her lifetime that would profoundly influence the way she pictured herself and the world around her and would later help shape her views as a writer.

Schools interested in participating in this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by December 3rd. Scheduling is on a first call basis. A total of 4 school sites will be interactive for this session. Other schools may join in a "view only" mode.

A program fee of $75.00 will be charged to schools not in the NOTA member districts. Please process a purchase order to WIVZ/PBS Distance Learning, c/o John Ramicone, 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland 44115 and fax a copy or the p.o. number to 216-916-6361.

Grades: 3-12 Assertiveness through Communication and Movement

Lucienne Sharpe

lucienne.sharpe@touchthesky.uk.com

323 Goring Road

Goring By Sea Worthing West Sussex

Worthing, West Sussex BN124NX

United Kingdom

Education: Pre-K Students, Grade(s): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Business/Community: Community Member, Government Agency
Primary Disciplines

Creating a School/Community Partnership (Vista)
Secondary Disciplines

Creating a School/Community Partnership (Vista)
Program Description

Through exploration of sound of Voice, Posture, Words and looking at Poetry and Films we will gain an understanding of how important it is to say what we mean in the correct way. We will look at famous people that have led the way such as Pierre Dulaine who led the Dance to be come part of Curriculum in Schools
Program Format

We will begin by watching some Film exerts and then do some Voice work and work with Words that create feelings. We will have Discussions about how to stand up for your self and the Techniques to do that with Movement and VoiceWe will work together to see how we can become more assertive through how we stand and project our Voice This could be an excellent lesson for Anti Bullying Weeks and Curriculum
Objectives

Self ConfidenceHealth CareHow to use voice to work with others in a classTo overcome shynessDevelop an appreciation for Dance, Movement and Poetry
National Standards to which this program aligns

All key Stages applicable
State Standards to which this program aligns

K.1-12 and Young Adults
Program Length

45 minutes long
By Request

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Date/Time Notes

This programme is about "Communication"It can be for Schools, individuals,or Parents or communities
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $200.00Interactive Cost for Premium Site Members: $200.00 What's this?View Only Cost: $100.00View Only Cost for Premium Site Members: $100.00 What's this?Point to Point Cost: $100.00Point to Point Cost for Premium Site Members: $100.00 What's this?By Request/On Demand Cost: $200.00By Request/On Demand Cost for Premium Site Members: $200.00 What's this?
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy

The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice
Is video taping allowed?

No
The Provider broadcasts over

IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

yes please My speed is 192

Grades: 6-12 Pine-osaur: To Extinction and Back

Karin Davidson-Taylor
kdavidsontaylor@rbg.ca
Royal Botanical Gardens
680 Plains Road
WestBurlington, Ontario, Canada
L7T 4H4Canada

Education: Grade(s): 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, Public Library: Library Patrons
Primary Disciplines

Sciences
Program Description

The Wollemi pine lived 60 - to 100 million years ago and was believed to have died out with the dinosaurs. Discover the world's rarest tree and the efforts to bring it back from the edge of extinction. How does this tree relate to modern plants and other "living fossils?" Investigate what lessons the Wollemi might have for other species on the threshold of extinction, like many North American Species-at-Risk (SAR) that make Royal Botanical Gardens their home.
Program Format

1. We examine which dinosaurs roamed the earth 100 million years ago and what plants were around then.2. We explore how the Wollemi pine was discovered and the environment in which it was found. 3. We examine the normal and not-so-normal characteristics of the Wollemi pine.4. We explore the time line of plants in particular the evolution of the Wollemi pine from the early Triassic Period to now.5. We discuss the conservation methods used with the Wollemi pine and the connection to efforts RBG is taking to restoring species-at-risk.
Objectives

The participant will:- explore how the Wollemi pine was discovered- examine the evolution of the Wollemi pine- compare plants then to plants now- engage in a discussion about human impacts on plants and the value of conserving them- develop an appreciation of the impact, positive and negative, we have on the world around us
National Standards to which this program aligns

NS.9-12.3: Life SciencesAs a result of activities in Grades 9-12, all students should develop understanding of:Biological evolutionThe behaviour of organismsNS.9-12.5: Science in Personal and Social PerspectivesAs a result of activities in Grades 9-12, all students should develop understanding of:Natural resourcesNatural and human induced hazards
State Standards to which this program aligns

OntarioGrade 6: Diversity of Living ThingsGrade 11 (SBI3U): Diversity of Living ThingsPlants: Anatomy, Growth and FunctionsGrade 12 (SBI4U): EvolutionAlberta:Grade 9: Biological DiversityBiology 30:Change in Population and Communities
Program Length

45-60 minutes with time for questions; longer session for senior students
By Request

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $125.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Program Fee Notes

$125 USD for American and other international schools$125 CDN for Canadian schoolsFull payment is expected from the participating school(s) within 30 days of the presentation.Program price is for groups of 35 students or less. A surcharge will be applied for larger groups.
Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made by telephone/ email at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled program.The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice.Programs are allowed a rescheduling date.
Is video taping allowed?

No
The Provider broadcasts over

IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) broadcasts over IP. Connecting sites using ISDN are responsible for their own bridging.Schools are required to dial in at a minimum of 384 kbps.Schools are required to make a connection test call at least 24 hours in advance of the program, especially if this is the first time a school is connecting.

Grades: 2-5 The Science of Magic and Misdirection

COSI Columbus
Electronic Education

electroniceducation@mail.cosi.org

333 West Broad Street

Columbus, OH 43215

United States

Phone: (888) 819-2674 ext. 0Fax: (614) 228-6363
Individual Program
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Education: Grade(s): 2, 3, 4, 5
Career Education, Problem Solving, Sciences
The hand is quicker than the eye as J. Randall Hicks gives a presentation of one of the world’s oldest magic tricks: The Cups and Balls. Go behind the scenes to discover the secret with step-by-step instructions on how to perform this classic effect using everyday objects. Mr. Hicks will then discuss some of the psychology of magic with a comparison to some of the visual tricks used by animals in nature. J. Randall Hicks has a B. F. A. in Theatre from Marshall University and has worked as a professional magician at King’s Island and Carowinds Theme Parks. Mr. Hicks continues to perform magic shows for parties and special occasions as "The Great Randini".The program includes a test connection, the session with the expert, and biographical and subject information that will be sent out ahead of time. Students will also be given a challenge written by the expert to try and solve prior to the program. We recommend the students prepare questions in advance of the videoconference.
- Introduction of the expert- Presentation by the expert (format varies, usually about 20-30 minutes in length)- Student discussion and Q&A with the expert, in a round-robin fashion through all the schools connected
By participating in this program, students will:- be exposed to science and technology applications in the real world- face a challenge that scientists have- explore various career paths in science and technology- learn what they want to know about science and technology fields by directing questions at experts
Specifics vary according to program.Science content standards for grades 5-8:A. Understandings about scientific inquiryE. Understandings about science and technologyF. Science and technology in societyG. Science as a human endeavor, and the nature of science.Science content standards for grades 9-12:A. Understandings about scientific inquiryE. Understandings about science and technologyF. Science and technology in local, national, and global challengesG. Science as a human endeavor and the nature of scientific knowledge
60 minutes
Program Date
Program Time
Network Time
Registration Deadline

All times below are displayed in Eastern Standard Time, as specified by the Content Provider. To view times in your time zone, login or create a profile.
12/3/2007
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
11/26/2007

Please visit COSI's website to make your reservation. http://www.cosi.org/educators/videoconferencing/
Interactive Cost: $145.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!
Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
We ask that anyone making a reservation please check school calendars for holidays, professional development days and testing dates. We also ask that the person making the reservation please coordinate with teachers, technical coordinators, bridges and other interested parties prior to submitting the request. COSI will retain a $25 processing fee for ALL reservations and test connections: the processing fee and test connection are included in the price of the program. If you need to cancel a reservation, you must reschedule your program two weeks prior to the show. COSI will reschedule your program or test connection one time before an additional $25 rescheduling fee is added to the price. This $25 rescheduling fee applies to both program and test connections and will be added every time a schedule change is made beyond the first reschedule. COSI understands the occasional need to reschedule programs due to changing schedules, inclement weather or technical difficulties. However, COSI begins to commit time and resources to a program the moment a reservation is received. COSI strongly recommends performing a test connection at least 2 days prior to the event. The school has the right to cancel any program the day of the test if a successful connection cannot be made and COSI will refund all but the $25 processing fee. If a school declines the test connection, or reschedules the program or test connection within the two-week period, COSI reserves the right to charge the full dollar amount for the program.
No
ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 512 KIP
We require schools dial into us. However, we can dial out to the schools and reverse line charges if special arrangements are made. We strongly recommend a connection speed of 384 or higher.

Grades: K-12 Read Across America

Read Around the Planet* 2008A Celebration of "NEA's Read Across America"Sponsored by Polycom
2008 Dates: February 25-March 4Read Around the Planet (English)Read Around the Planet (World Languages) Both events will run through the same time frame this year. TWICE invites you to participate in a celebration of reading using video conference technology!
TWICE provides a matching service for point-to-point videoconferences between schools. Teacher matching is done based on your registration information. Participating schools are responsible for making the connections work successfully.
Please have your network administrator whitelist the twice.cc domain so that you can receive email communications about the event.
Collaborations Around the Planet Login
November Verification Opens: Preparation by Coordinators & Techs
Login and set up your profile. Read more... or Watch Video
Coordinators: Go to Admin, Add My People. Read more... or Watch Video
Coordinators: Go to Admin, Add My Equipment. Read more... or Watch Video for Endpoints. Video for MCU/Bridges coming after Thanksgiving.
Recommended: Subscribe to the TWICE Blog to keep updated on RAP.
For regional coordinators: PPT for your coordinator meetings.
December 3 Teacher Registration Opens
January 9 Teacher Registration Closes
January 10-18 Leftover Registration and Fixes
January 25 Login and view your matched partner details.
February Techs do test calls & teachers talk to each other.
February 25-March 4 Connections occur.
*Disclaimer. While we are using this name to be inclusive to our international friends, this name does NOT guarantee U.S. schools an international connection. 90% of the classes that participate are from the U.S. Matching happens randomly based on the time you select, grade level, and type of connection. You can increase your chances of an international match carefully selecting your time based on the time zones.

Grades: 6-12 Race & Polictics in America

May 8 @ 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm – RACE & POLITICS IN AMERICA (Grades 6-12)Cleveland Museum of Art – Race in a Four-Letter WordWestern Reserve Historical Society – Campaigning: American Politics at its Best & WorstCleveland Institute of Music – Langston Hughes: A Legacy of Word & Ideas

University Circle Interactive Cleveland and its member content providers are offering a series of FREE themed lesson showcases from December, 2007 - May, 2008. Content providers include: The Western Reserve Historical Society, The Cleveland Museum of Art, The Cleveland Institute of Music, The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and The Temple Tifereth Israel.

Come on your own or bring a group of teachers, administrators or parents to learn about the programs we have to offer. To register for one or all of these sessions, contact Sandy Kreisman at (216) 707-5021 or skreisman@universitycircle.org The format for these showcases will include an overview of the topic and introduction to lessons that fit each theme/content area. Video clips will be shown and teacher materials shared. There will be time for questions and each participant will receive a lesson catalog in advance. These programs will be 60-75 minutes in length.

Grades: 6-12 Photography and Art & Science

April 3 @ 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm – MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE (Grades 6-12)Cleveland Museum of Natural History – Body Blueprints & Disease DetectivesCleveland Museum of Art – ART + SCIENCE = Photography and Art & Science of Natural DyesCleveland Institute of Music– Science of Sound seriesUniversity Circle Interactive Cleveland and its member content providers are offering a series of FREE themed lesson showcases from December, 2007 - May, 2008. Content providers include: The Western Reserve Historical Society, The Cleveland Museum of Art, The Cleveland Institute of Music, The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and The Temple Tifereth Israel.

Come on your own or bring a group of teachers, administrators or parents to learn about the programs we have to offer. To register for one or all of these sessions, contact Sandy Kreisman at (216) 707-5021 or skreisman@universitycircle.org The format for these showcases will include an overview of the topic and introduction to lessons that fit each theme/content area. Video clips will be shown and teacher materials shared. There will be time for questions and each participant will receive a lesson catalog in advance. These programs will be 60-75 minutes in length.

Grades: 4-9 Waves of Immigration

March 6 @ 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm – IMMIGRATION & CULTURE (Grades 4-9)Western Reserve Historical Society – Waves of ImmigrationCleveland Museum of Art – Diversity, Neighborhoods and Urban IssuesCleveland Institute of Music – Musical Geography of America
University Circle Interactive Cleveland and its member content providers are offering a series of FREE themed lesson showcases from December, 2007 - May, 2008. Content providers include: The Western Reserve Historical Society, The Cleveland Museum of Art, The Cleveland Institute of Music, The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and The Temple Tifereth Israel.

Come on your own or bring a group of teachers, administrators or parents to learn about the programs we have to offer. To register for one or all of these sessions, contact Sandy Kreisman at (216) 707-5021 or skreisman@universitycircle.org The format for these showcases will include an overview of the topic and introduction to lessons that fit each theme/content area. Video clips will be shown and teacher materials shared. There will be time for questions and each participant will receive a lesson catalog in advance. These programs will be 60-75 minutes in length.

Grades: 4-8 Body Works/Growing Up & Liking It

February 7 @ 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm – UPPER ELEMENTARY SCIENCE (Grades 4-8)Cleveland Museum of Natural History – Body Works & Growing Up and Liking ItCleveland Institute of Music – Science of Sound seriesCleveland Museum of Art – ART + SCIENCE = Photography & Art & Science of Natural Dyes
University Circle Interactive Cleveland and its member content providers are offering a series of FREE themed lesson showcases from December, 2007 - May, 2008. Content providers include: The Western Reserve Historical Society, The Cleveland Museum of Art, The Cleveland Institute of Music, The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and The Temple Tifereth Israel.

Come on your own or bring a group of teachers, administrators or parents to learn about the programs we have to offer. To register for one or all of these sessions, contact Sandy Kreisman at (216) 707-5021 or skreisman@universitycircle.org The format for these showcases will include an overview of the topic and introduction to lessons that fit each theme/content area. Video clips will be shown and teacher materials shared. There will be time for questions and each participant will receive a lesson catalog in advance. These programs will be 60-75 minutes in length.

Grades: 10-11 So You Want to Buy a Car in 1945?

January 10 @ 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm – HIGH SCHOOL HUMANITIES (Grades 10 & 11)1945: Transition to the Home Front Lesson SeriesWestern Reserve Historical Society – So You Want to Buy a Car in 1945?Cleveland Institute of Music – 1945 – Music in a Changing WorldTemple Tifereth Israel – Witness to War - The Holocaust Wall Hangings of Judith Weinshall Liberman
University Circle Interactive Cleveland and its member content providers are offering a series of FREE themed lesson showcases from December, 2007 - May, 2008. Content providers include: The Western Reserve Historical Society, The Cleveland Museum of Art, The Cleveland Institute of Music, The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and The Temple Tifereth Israel.

Come on your own or bring a group of teachers, administrators or parents to learn about the programs we have to offer. To register for one or all of these sessions, contact Sandy Kreisman at (216) 707-5021 or skreisman@universitycircle.org The format for these showcases will include an overview of the topic and introduction to lessons that fit each theme/content area. Video clips will be shown and teacher materials shared. There will be time for questions and each participant will receive a lesson catalog in advance. These programs will be 60-75 minutes in length.

Grades: 6-8 Get Me to the Game on Time & Drawing to Scale

December 6- @ 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm – MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH (Grades 6-8)

Western Reserve Historical Society – Get Me to the Game On Time & Drawing to Scale: Recreating a 1825 LighthouseCleveland Museum of Art – Chuck Close–Up Close: Portrait University Circle Interactive Cleveland and its member content providers are offering a series of FREE themed lesson showcases from December, 2007 - May, 2008. Content providers include: The Western Reserve Historical Society, The Cleveland Museum of Art, The Cleveland Institute of Music, The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and The Temple Tifereth Israel.

Come on your own or bring a group of teachers, administrators or parents to learn about the programs we have to offer. To register for one or all of these sessions, contact Sandy Kreisman at (216) 707-5021 or skreisman@universitycircle.org The format for these showcases will include an overview of the topic and introduction to lessons that fit each theme/content area. Video clips will be shown and teacher materials shared. There will be time for questions and each participant will receive a lesson catalog in advance. These programs will be 60-75 minutes in length.

FREE: In the News - Introduction to Texas Ballet Theater's Nutcracker, Act I

Grades: 1st - 4th Go behind the scenes and learn something about what it takes to put on the Nutcracker Ballet and how all the parts contribute to make one of the best Christmas fantasies ever! Students will be able to interact with the experts that work behind the scenes!

December 7th 9:00 - 9:30 am CST 10:00 -10:30am Eastern

MOST sites will be VIEW ONLY

To register go to http://www.connect2texas.net/

FREE: In the News: Pearl Harbor in Your Backyard!

Grades: 6th - 12th During this lesson teachers/students will analyze primary source documents from the National Archives--Southwest Region, including war diaries and online photographs of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Teachers/students will read and compare the war diaries from different ships and discuss the photographs.

December 7th 9:00 - 9:30 am CST 10:00 -10:30am Eastern

MOST sites will be VIEW ONLY

To register go to http://www.connect2texas.net/

Grades: K-2 Cobwebs for Christmas

Students will learn about the all-important tradition for adding a little “bling” to their Christmas trees. Cobwebs for Christmas looks at the tradition of placing tinsel on trees. The story, Cobweb Christmas by Shirley Climo will be read, and explored in this 50 minute lesson that incorporates Science, Language Arts, and Technology standards. The charming story is set in Germany, and focuses on some curious spiders paying a visit to Grandma's tree. Students will extend learning by looking at arachnids, their similarities and differences, and their needs for survival. This lesson is intended for grades K-2.

If you have classes interested, please email, call, or auto register (detailed directions for auto registration can be found on our website: http://www.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/register.htm). December spaces are EXTREMLY LIMITED, spaces are filled on a first come, first serve basis. All connections are $60.00 per site.

Leslie CharlesDistance Learning Manager Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center205 North 7th StreetZanesville, Ohio 43701740.452.4518 ext 133lcharles@mvesc.k12.oh.uswww.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/

Grades: K-3 The Polar Express

This is a fun, informative, and very interactive math and language connection, perfect for the holidays. The Polar Express focuses on the details of this wonderful Chris Van Allsburg story “The Polar Express”, and uses them to teach various math and language concepts. This lesson is intended for grades K-3. The activities will be modified for the grade level attending the conference. Don’t miss this “jolly” time on the mythical “Polar Express”!

If you have classes interested, please email, call, or auto register (detailed directions for auto registration can be found on our website: http://www.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/register.htm). December spaces are EXTREMLY LIMITED, spaces are filled on a first come, first serve basis. All connections are $60.00 per site.

Leslie Charles
Distance Learning Manager

Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
205 North 7th Street
Zanesville, Ohio 43701
740.452.4518 ext 133
lcharles@mvesc.k12.oh.us
www.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/

Grade: 5 Applying Reading TEKS

Applying Reading TEKS for 5th grade Grades: 5thParis, France is the scene for our story and through the activities and character studies, students will work on their critical thinking skills.TEKS - 5.9, 5.10, 5.11 and 5.12

Connect2Texas introduces The Grace Museum You can now find and register for programs being offered by The Grace Museum on the Connect2Texas Web site at http://www.connect2texas.net/

All programs are $75.00 per site and include materials.Contact Pam Harman, Education Programs Coordinator, at pam@thegracemuseum.org or (325) 673-4587 for more information

Grade: 3 Applying Reading TEKS

Applying Reading TEKS for 3rd grade

Grades: 3rd

Through the adventures of two special characters, students will have the opportunity to interact with the story while improving their critical thinking skills.TEKS - 3.7, 3.9, 3.10 and 3.11.

Connect2Texas introduces The Grace Museum
You can now find and register for programs being offered by The Grace Museum on the Connect2Texas Web site at http://www.connect2texas.net/ .

All programs are $75.00 per site and include materials.Contact Pam Harman, Education Programs Coordinator, at pam@thegracemuseum.org or (325) 673-4587 for more information.

Grades: 4-8 Cultural Heritage through Art

Cultural Heritage Through Art

Grades: 4th-8th

This program highlights art works for The Grace Museum's permanent collection. It will introduce students to various artistic forms including watercolor, sculpture, and photography with emphasis on Hispanic, African-American, and Native American cultures.TEKS - Art 4.1 through 4.4; Social Studies 4.2, 4.17 and 4.23.

Connect2Texas introduces The Grace Museum You can now find and register for programs being offered by The Grace Museum on the Connect2Texas Web site at http://www.connect2texas.net/

All programs are $75.00 per site and include materials.Contact Pam Harman, Education Programs Coordinator, at pam@thegracemuseum.org or (325) 673-4587 for more information.

Grades: 3-7 Journey to the Past

Journey to the Past Grades: 3rd-7th

Students take a journey back in time between the years 1900 and 1950. They will visit rooms of the period, comparing artifacts with items used today, and study changes in domestic and commercial environments as well as social influences of the time.TEKS - Social Studies 4.5, 4.9, 4.13 and 4.23.

Connect2Texas introduces The Grace Museum
You can now find and register for programs being offered by The Grace Museum on the Connect2Texas Web site at http://www.connect2texas.net/

All programs are $75.00 per site and include materials.Contact Pam Harman, Education Programs Coordinator, at pam@thegracemuseum.org or (325) 673-4587 for more information.

TeleTech Tuesday Sessions
November 13 - Thinkfinity
Visit Distance Learning @ SOITA




Registration Details
Cost for each participating school is $50 per session. Each TeleTech is an hour long. Each session is offered twice: 1:30 and 3:30



Thinkfinity: Free Standards-based resources, formerly known as MarcoPolo, Thinkfinity
contains more than 55,000 educational and literacy resources for teachers including
standards-based K-12 lesson plans, student materials, interactive tools and web sites. Sign
up for this session to see the resources you can access for free!


Contact Information
Bob Stricker
bob@soita.org
937.746.6333

Grades: 4-12 Pop Music: The Wannabeatles

Videoconference: “POP MUSIC”: The Wannabeatles”
Presenter: WannaBeatles
Date: WEDNESDAY, November 14, 2007
Target Audience: Students in grades 4 - 12
Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)
Format: 45-minute videoconference: format is a 30-minute presentation and 15-20 minute interactive Q & A with students
Cost: $75 per site
Registration: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm
Questions: Phone administrative assistant, Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email Chandra at chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Before the videoconference, students should prepare advance questions to ask during the interactive question and answer period.

DESCRIPTION:

Meet The Wanna Beatles...
The WannaBeatles is a high energy group of four professional musicians with a passion for the songs of John, Paul, George, and Ringo - the Beatles. Students today have rediscovered the music of the Beatles which proves that great music will stand the test of time.The WannaBeatles consists of Grammy award winning and talented music producers, arrangers, studio players, and singers who have "Come Together" to play the music they grew up with. Ever since their first “all Beatles” gig together, it was love at the first note! Since then, the WannaBeatles have developed a following of regulars who look forward to the band's own special version of the “British Invasion.” It's happy music that spans the generations!!!

Please view the entire LESSON PLAN on “POP MUSIC”
at: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/VirtualSchool/programs/music/pop.htm

A 15-20 minute interactive question and answer session posed by students from the participating classes will follow each presentation.

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Videotaping of Virtual School videoconferences is not allowed due to legal issues such as informed consent, jurisdiction, confidentiality, standards of practice, and supervision.

REGISTER today!
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Patsy Partin, M.Ed
Director, Virtual School
Vanderbilt University
2007 Terrace Place
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 322-6384

Email: patsy.partin@vanderbilt.edu
Web: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool

Grades: 2-4 Native American Literature Selections

The John McIntire Library will present a program titled: Native Americans (grades 2-4) on Tuesday, November 8th from 10am-11am. If you have a class interested, please let me know so that I can register them for the program. The description of the session is below:
Native Americans
Grades 2-4
Three Site Limit

Cost: $60.00 per site

Description:

Students will explore various Native American literature selections throughout this program. Presenters will use aspects from the stories to extend student understanding of the material through student questioning, interactive problem solving, and hands in activities. Authors utilized for this content session include: Leigh Severson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Langston Hughes, Ransom, and others. Don’t miss the opportunity to expand your student’s knowledge of Native American culture told through literature and beautifully illustrated pictures.

Presenters: John McIntire Public Library Staff
Program correlations to Ohio Academic Content Standards are available upon request.


Leslie Charles
Distance Learning Manager

Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
205 North 7th Street
Zanesville, Ohio 43701
740.452.4518 ext 133
lcharles@mvesc.k12.oh.us
www.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/

Grades: 7-12 A Series of Conversations with Master Artists

Featuring:

Composer and Musical Director Marvin Hamlisch

Date: Monday, November 19, 2007

Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Transmission Modes: NOTA, eTech Ohio’s IP and ATM, Cleveland V-Station

Marvin Hamlisch’s life in music is notable for its great versatility as well as substance. As a composer, Hamlisch has won virtually every major award that exists: three Oscars, four Grammys, four Emmys, a Tony and three Golden Globe awards; and the Pulitzer Prize for his groundbreaking show, A CHORUS LINE.
He is the composer of more than forty motion picture scores including his Oscar-winning score and song for THE WAY WE WERE and his adaptation of Scott Joplin’s music for THE STING, for which he received a third Oscar. His prolific output of scores for films include original compositions and/or musical adaptations for SOPHIE’S CHOICE, ORDINARY PEOPLE, THE SWIMMER, THREE MEN AND A BABY, ICE CASTLES, TAKE THE MONEY AND RUN, BANANAS and SAVE THE TIGER
Hamlisch is a graduate of both Juilliard and Queens College (where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree). He believes in the power of music to bring people together. “Music can make a difference. There is a global nature to music, which has the potential to bring all people together. Music is truly an international language, and I hope to contribute by widening communication as much as I can.”
Schools interested in participating in this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by November 14th. Scheduling is on a first call basis. Reservations are limited to 40 remote sites.

A program fee of $75.00 will be charged to schools not in the NOTA member districts. Please process a purchase or to WVIZ/PBS Distance Learning, c/o John Ramicone, 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland 44115 and fax a copy or the p.o. number to 216-916-6361.

Grade: 1 Spending Time with a Pilgrim!

Registration is open for our Thanksgiving video conference, spending time with a Pilgrim! Please e-mail me with any questions! Thanks so much!
This conference best suits the 1st and 2nd grade audience!

You can register for this videoconference at http://www.tchesc.org/ and click on VC Scheduler.

Thanks,Michele Carlisle

Please let me know if you have any questions. Your purchase order should be made out to the following address, thank you!

Marilyn Roder
Technology Assistant
Tuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison ESC
834 E. High Ave.
New Philadelphia OH 44663

330.308.9939 x251 (phone)
330.308.0964 (fax)

http://www.tchesc.org/

Grade 2-12: The History Studio

The History Studio is one of the nations newest content providers. Programs are currently reduced to $75.00 to schools over videoconferencing. The History Studio develops interactive history programming for social studies students and teachers. Drawing on the resources of Virginia's historic triangle, staff of The History Studio will introduce students to people of the past. Check out their current offerings.

Programs are available on Tuesdays from 8:30 - 3:30pm

All programs descriptions are linked to their web pages at The History Studio

Early European Settlement of the Americas
Meet Eleanor White Dare Daughter of John White (Grade 4-8)
Meet Rebecca Rolfe, Amonute, Matoaka, and Pocahontas (Grades 2-8)
Meet Anne Burras of Jamestown (Grades 4-8)

18th Century American Culture and the American Revolution
Meet Maria Storer, Traveler in Revolutionary America (Grades 6-10)
Meet Anne Bonny,Female Pirates (Grades 4-8)
Meet Patsy Jefferson, Daughter to Thomas Jefferson,(Grades 6-10)

19th Century American Culture and the American Civil War
Meet Clara Barton, Founder of the American Red Cross (Grades 4-8)
Meet Rose Greenhow, Confederate Spy (Grades 4-8)

The Historians Craft
Roswell!, Cold War Paranoia (Grades 10-12)
Pirates Fact or Fiction (Grades 7-12)