Contact Information
Melissa McCormick
Melissa McCormick
PO Box 9714200
Solomons Island Road South
Solomons, MD 20688
United States
Phone: (410) 326-2042 ext. 41
Fax: (410) 326-8217
Program Type
Individual Program
Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 5, 6, 7, 8
Primary Disciplines
Sciences
Individual Program
Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 5, 6, 7, 8
Primary Disciplines
Sciences
Program Description
Students will meet Megalodon, the largest marine predator shark that ever lived. They will talk with a paleontologist and learn how they "read" fossil clues. They will look at different types of fossils and learn how fossils are formed. They will learn what fossils teach us about the past.
Students will meet Megalodon, the largest marine predator shark that ever lived. They will talk with a paleontologist and learn how they "read" fossil clues. They will look at different types of fossils and learn how fossils are formed. They will learn what fossils teach us about the past.
Program Format
1. This program begins with an introduction to the geologic time line, helping students understand where the Miocene epoch fits in.2. We will discuss Carcharodon megalodon and compare this fierce predator, now extinct, to the modern Great White Shark.3. We will discuss what a paleontologist is, and talking with a member of the museum's paleontology staff to learn how fossils are formed, what they are made of, and how they are created.4. We will explore what paleontologists can learn about the ancient past from these fossils.5. Students will estimate the size of ancient sharks by measuring their teeth.6. Students will brainstorm the various conditions that might lead to extinction of a mighty species like Magalodon.
Objectives
1. Students will learn what paleontology is.2. Students will examine various fossils and learn about the different types of fossils.3. Students will compute the size of various sharks by measuring their teeth and applying to a formula.4. Students will extrapolate information about ancient creatures based on a comparison with similar modern counterparts.
National Standards to which this program aligns
NS.5-8.3 LIFE SCIENCEAs a result of their activities in grades 5-8, all students should develop understanding* Diversity and adaptations of organismsNS.5-8.4 EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCEAs a result of their activities in grades 5-8, all students should develop an understanding*Earth's history
Program Length
1 hour
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Interactive Cost: $100.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
1. This program begins with an introduction to the geologic time line, helping students understand where the Miocene epoch fits in.2. We will discuss Carcharodon megalodon and compare this fierce predator, now extinct, to the modern Great White Shark.3. We will discuss what a paleontologist is, and talking with a member of the museum's paleontology staff to learn how fossils are formed, what they are made of, and how they are created.4. We will explore what paleontologists can learn about the ancient past from these fossils.5. Students will estimate the size of ancient sharks by measuring their teeth.6. Students will brainstorm the various conditions that might lead to extinction of a mighty species like Magalodon.
Objectives
1. Students will learn what paleontology is.2. Students will examine various fossils and learn about the different types of fossils.3. Students will compute the size of various sharks by measuring their teeth and applying to a formula.4. Students will extrapolate information about ancient creatures based on a comparison with similar modern counterparts.
National Standards to which this program aligns
NS.5-8.3 LIFE SCIENCEAs a result of their activities in grades 5-8, all students should develop understanding* Diversity and adaptations of organismsNS.5-8.4 EARTH AND SPACE SCIENCEAs a result of their activities in grades 5-8, all students should develop an understanding*Earth's history
Program Length
1 hour
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Interactive Cost: $100.00
Premium Members enjoy many additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy
We will not charge for programs canceled due to nature, or for programs canceled due to technical problems with our equipment. We will charge the full fee for programs not canceled at least 48 hours in advance for any other reason.
Is video taping allowed?
No
The Provider broadcasts over
IP
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The schools are required to dial us.
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We will not charge for programs canceled due to nature, or for programs canceled due to technical problems with our equipment. We will charge the full fee for programs not canceled at least 48 hours in advance for any other reason.
Is video taping allowed?
No
The Provider broadcasts over
IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
The schools are required to dial us.
How to Request this Program:-->Request this Program Now
printLink("Print this Program Flyer");
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