Program Flyer: The Kansas Comet's Roommate
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Content Provider
Pro Football Hall of Fame 2007-08
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Content Provider
Pro Football Hall of Fame 2007-08
Contact Information
Jerry Csaki
Jerry Csaki
2121 George Halas Dr. NW
Canton, OH 44708
United States
Phone: (330) 456-8207 ext. 148
Program Type
Individual Program
Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Education: Grade(s): 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Primary Disciplines
Character Education, Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History
Character Education, Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History
Secondary Disciplines
Community Interests, Problem Solving
Community Interests, Problem Solving
Program Description
This program examines the relationship between Hall of Famer Gale Sayers and his teammate Brian Piccolo. Not only will students examine the historical implications of being one of the first black/white roommates in the NFL, but also the character traits each of these players displayed in order to overcome adversity both on and off the field. A 10-minute segment from the Emmy award winning movie Brian’s Song will be shown during this program
This program examines the relationship between Hall of Famer Gale Sayers and his teammate Brian Piccolo. Not only will students examine the historical implications of being one of the first black/white roommates in the NFL, but also the character traits each of these players displayed in order to overcome adversity both on and off the field. A 10-minute segment from the Emmy award winning movie Brian’s Song will be shown during this program
Program Format
5 minutes - Welcome25 minutes - Discussion on Gale Sayers and Brian Piccolo 10 minutes - Brian's Song Video 10 minutes - Question and Answer
5 minutes - Welcome25 minutes - Discussion on Gale Sayers and Brian Piccolo 10 minutes - Brian's Song Video 10 minutes - Question and Answer
Objectives
By participating in this session students will:-learn about Brian Piccolo and Gales Sayers.-learn about the social implications involved with the movie Brian's Song.-learn about character traits and how they can be applied to everyday life.
By participating in this session students will:-learn about Brian Piccolo and Gales Sayers.-learn about the social implications involved with the movie Brian's Song.-learn about character traits and how they can be applied to everyday life.
National Standards to which this program aligns
Standards ParaphrasedHistory: 1-Chronological thinking; 5-Historical issues-analysis and decision-making Language Arts: 3-Comprehend, interpret, evaluate, and appreciate texts; 4-Communicate effectively; 8-Use a variety of technological and information resources; 12-Use spoken, written, and visual language
Standards ParaphrasedHistory: 1-Chronological thinking; 5-Historical issues-analysis and decision-making Language Arts: 3-Comprehend, interpret, evaluate, and appreciate texts; 4-Communicate effectively; 8-Use a variety of technological and information resources; 12-Use spoken, written, and visual language
Program Length
50 minutes
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
By Request/On Demand Cost: $50.00
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50 minutes
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
By Request/On Demand Cost: $50.00
Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!
Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy
There is no charge to cancel or reschedule your videoconference more than 48 hours prior to your confirmed date and time. If you cancel your program within 48 hours of the confirmed date of the videoconference session, you will be charged for the full price. If you need to reschedule your session within 48 hours before the confirmed date of the program, you can do so one time free of charge. Rescheduling a confirmed program more than once will result in a $20 administrative fee for each rescheduled program. Inclement weather, technological problems on our end, and any other uncontrollable factors will be taken into account.
Cancellation Policy
There is no charge to cancel or reschedule your videoconference more than 48 hours prior to your confirmed date and time. If you cancel your program within 48 hours of the confirmed date of the videoconference session, you will be charged for the full price. If you need to reschedule your session within 48 hours before the confirmed date of the program, you can do so one time free of charge. Rescheduling a confirmed program more than once will result in a $20 administrative fee for each rescheduled program. Inclement weather, technological problems on our end, and any other uncontrollable factors will be taken into account.
Is video taping allowed?
No
No
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Connections speeds of 384K, 512K, or 768K
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Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
Connections speeds of 384K, 512K, or 768K