NORT2H Content Provider Updates: 8/24/08

Grades 7-12: Election Watch 2008: Global Perspectives

Dates: September 24 – December 10, dates vary

Times: See time slots for videoconferences belowGrades: 7-8, 9-12

Theme: Global Geopolitics

Cost: (includes 2 videoconferences): Forthcoming Sign up

As America votes for a new president in this November’s monumental election, other democracies worldwide are undergoing competitive electoral races of their own.

In this special extended PULSE series, students will examine the meaning of democracy through the lens of campaigns both at home and abroad. Students will have the opportunity to discuss and debate aspects of American democracy, all while putting the U.S. presidential race in the context of the international community. After the U.S. elections, students will have the unique opportunity meet their peers in Ghana, which is in the midst of presidential campaigning as well in preparation for its December election. Over a period of three conferences, students will get to know one another and discuss the similarities and differences between American and Ghanaian democracy.By connecting face-to-face with their peers around the country and around the world and a host of experts on political participation, election observing and more, students will assume a unique role in this year�s elections as local citizens with a distinctly global perspective.

Dates, Topics, and Sessions:
Wednesday September 24: Election Watch Part 1 – Only in America: Examining Democracy in the U.S. Students will compare democracy in the U.S. to democracy in other parts of the world, specifically the UK, Kenya, and Egypt. In a lively exchange, students will discuss their “ideal” democracy.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

Wednesday, October 1Election Watch Part 2 – What Happened in Zimbabwe?Students will discuss the events surrounding this summer’s election and related violence with a special guest speaker from the UN and possibly former candidate Morgan Tsvangirai. Students will discuss whether a similar conflict could ever occur in the U.S.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

Wednesday, October 8Election Watch Part 3 – Barack Obama vs. John McCainStudents will engage with the candidates themselves or representatives from their campaigns on the battle for presidency.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

Wednesday, October 15Election Watch Part 4 – Inside Election ObservationStudents will speak with an election observer from the United Nations on what it’s like to monitor an election, particularly a recent one, whether Azerbaijan, East Timor, Kenya, or another.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

Wednesday, October 22Election Watch Part 5 – Political Participation and YOUStudents will discuss the ways they’ve gotten involved in this year’s elections and what the best way is to get your voice heard and effect political change.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

Wednesday, October 29Election Watch Part 6 – Republicans and Democrats (and the Rest of the World) Students discuss the unique bi-party system of the U.S. and particularly examine the two parties’ positions on foreign policy and perceptions in the world.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

Tuesday, November 4Election Watch Part 7 – This Is It: Election Day 2008Around the country, students gather to talk about polling in their hometowns and the big day with special political correspondent.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

Wednesday, November 12Election Watch Part 8 – Now What? In the aftermath of the historic election, students debrief and discuss the big election and its (yet unknown) results.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

Wednesday, December 3Election Watch Part 9 – Welcome to GhanaWith Ghana’s election approaching, students in the U.S. connect directly to their counterparts in Ghana to discuss meet one another face-to-face and discuss democracy and their respective elections.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

Wednesday, December 10Election Watch Part 10 – Election Day in GhanaStudents delve into the Ghanaian election by hearing firsthand accounts of the progress on their ground from their peers and new friends.
Available Times: 11:00 – 12:00 pm 12:30 – 1:30 pm EDT

The Election Watch program is aligned with these national standards:
Civics and Government Standards
Topic II: What are the foundations of the American political system?
Topic IV: What is the relationship of the United States to other nations and to world affairs?
Topic V: What are the roles of the citizen in American democracy?
Social Studies Standards
Strand III: People, Places, and Environments
Strand IV: Individual Development and Identity
Strand V: Individuals, Groups, and Institutions
Strand VI: Power, Authority, and Governance
Strand IX: Global Connections
Strand X: Civic Ideals and Practices
World History Standards
Era 8: A Half-Century of Crisis and Achievement, 1900-1945
Era 9: The 20th Century Since 1945: Promises & Paradoxes
What to expect from The PULSE Back to List of Fall 2008 Programs

Grades K-12: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo FREE

The summer just flew by and it’s time to focus on the school year and your video conferencing needs. Sending out a friendly reminder that registration for the Fall/Winter 2008 Distance Learning Programs will begin on Tuesday, September 2nd starting at 8:30am EST. Please visit Cleveland Metroparks Zoo - Distance Learning Programs for program descriptions, outlines and dates.

A few procedures have changed; please review the FAQ’s before registering. Due to the demand of our programs across the United States, all registration information fields need to be completed at the time of registration, including valid IP number. Incomplete registrations will result in a cancellation.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact me. I look forward to our upcoming connections.

Cathy Ryan
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Education Specialist
Distance Learning Coordinator
(216) 661-6500 Ext. 4479
cmr@clevelandmetroparks.com

Grades 9-12: Issues Facing Presidential Candidates FREE

ISSUES FACING PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES: A New Exchange Program from the National Constitution Center!

DATE: September 23, 2008

TIME: 1-3 p.m. EDT

TARGET AUDIENCE: High School Students

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
In order to be an interactive videoconference site for this event, your site must have H.323 videoconferencing capabilities. Your site must also be connected to your national high speed research and education network (i.e. Internet2 in the United States).

DESCRIPTION:
The National Constitution Center is excited to invite your school to participate in the latest installment of its national student program, The Exchange: A Marketplace of Student Ideas. This event will take place on Tuesday September 23, 2008 from 1pm-3pm EDT. This installment of The Exchange, Setting the Student Platform 2008, asks students to consider the issues facing the presidential candidates in 2008 and work together to create a political platform for the nation’s students. This Exchange will follow up on the work done by students in May 2008 to create a student agenda. The discussion will be hosted by SuChin Pak from MTV and Dr. Michael Hogan from the Center for Democratic Deliberation and Pennsylvania State University.

The Exchange allows students all over the country to converse with one another about current constitutional issues using Internet-2 videoconferencing. It is an exciting way for students to explore issues with their classmates and peers in other parts of the nation.

Schools that participate in The Exchange will be asked to use the provided curriculum to prepare their students to be part of the conversation. Students will also have the opportunity to create and post their own media include art, video, and websites in The Exchange online community, which can be accessed from the National Constitution Center’s website at: http://www.constitutioncenter.org/ncc_edu_TheExchange.aspx. Some student created media may be selected to be displayed during the video conference. If your students decide to create any video or audio clips, we ask them to not exceed 2 minuets in length.

If your school chooses to participate in The Exchange, you will be asked to select one student to be part of the videoconference round table. During the videoconference, students will have an opportunity to interact with each other and share their thoughts on numerous issues facing the country. Students will use this deliberation to assess each issue, and create a student platform for the upcoming presidential election. Additionally, students who are not taking part in the discussion will be able to send questions and comments to SuChin and the participating students via a simultaneous online chat.

Participating schools must have connectivity to the INTERNET2 network and the ability to do H.323 videoconferencing.

While there is no cost to participate in this event, we do will ask schools to work to make sure this event is a success. Schools will be responsible for the following:
• Selection of student representative
• Preparation of students through the use of the provided Exchange curriculum
• Support student created materials and submit them to our new social networking site being developed for this project
• Participation and successful completion of videoconference testing prior to the event with the National Constitution Center

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
I hope you are able to participate in this remarkable opportunity. If interested, please contact Jason Allen at either jallen@constitutioncenter.org or 215.409.6644 by September 12, 2008 for registration and information. Mandatory videoconference testing will be the following Friday, September 19, 2008.

Heather Weisse Walsh
MAGPI Applications Coordinator
3401 Walnut Street, Suite 233A
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6228
phone: 215-573-6417
email: hweisse@magpi.net
http://www.blogger.com/www.magpi.net

Grades 1-2: U.S. Symbols

This content session was created for 1st or 2nd grade students and is aligned with Ohio Content Standards involving U.S. Symbols. Your children will be asked to design a class flag. They will learn about the bald eagle, White House, Liberty Bell, Statue of Liberty and the flag. Children will be introduced to Washington D.C. as our nation's capital, and experience serveral short video clips that will familiarize the students with these symbols. This session is 45 minutes.

Contact:
Michele Carlisle, Program Manager
michele.carlisle@tchesc.org
330.308.9939 x220
Tuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison
Educational Service Center
834 E. High Avenue
New Philadelphia OH 44663\

$75.00 per Session

To see additional content offerings and to book a videconference session, visit http://www.cilc.org

Grades K-1: Santa and his Elf

Tis interactive video conference is for Kindergarten and 1st grade students. This session is highly engaging with Santa taking time to make sure he knows what your children are wishing for this holiday season. Santa and his elf sing and dance with the kids. Santa spends time sharing facts about reindder and white-tailed deer. When Santa is not available, his elf will host the videoconference. This session is 40-minutes.

Contact:
Michele Carlisle, Program Manager
michele.carlisle@tchesc.org
330.308.9939 x220
Tuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison
Educational Service Center
834 E. High Avenue
New Philadelphia OH 44663\

$75.00 per Session

To see additional content offerings and to book a videconference session, visit http://www.cilc.org

Grade 1: Spending Time with a Pilgrim

In the month of November, the TCHESC presents an interactive videoconference session about the Pilgrims' voyage to the New World and their first year in the new world. This story is told through the eyes of Mary Allerton, an actual child of the original Mayflower passengers. It is designed for the 1st grade level, but can be adapted. This is a 45-minute session.

Contact:
Michele Carlisle, Program Manager
michele.carlisle@tchesc.org
330.308.9939 x220
Tuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison
Educational Service Center
834 E. High Avenue
New Philadelphia OH 44663\

$75.00 per Session

To see additional content offerings and to book a videconference session, visit http://www.cilc.org/

Grades 5-6: Irish Immigration

This conference discusses the Irish potato famine, what caused it and what the effects were that resulted in the Irish immigration. We discuss immigration customs that were developed at Ellis Island's entrance and obstacles faced. We will share the students' travel suitcase. Students will have to defend two positions, that of the landowner and that of the Irish tenant. This session is 45 minutes to one hour and grade levels are 5th or 6th.

Contact:
Michele Carlisle, Program Manager
michele.carlisle@tchesc.org
330.308.9939 x220
Tuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison
Educational Service Center
834 E. High Avenue
New Philadelphia OH 44663\

$75.00 per Session

To see additional content offerings and to book a videconference session, visit http://www.cilc.org/

Grade 3: Fairly Fractured Tales

Fairy tales are a part of every students' early reading experiences and are rich with language skills! Join us as we use fairy tales, both familiar and fractured, to help your students better understand language skills. Your students will be actively engaged in an interactive session. This conference was developed for the 3rd grade level and aligns with Ohio & national content standards. This session is 40 minutes.

Grades 3-5: The Constitution

Join the TCHESC as we present a 40-minute interactive videoconference about our Nation's most important document, the United States Constitution. This session is offered on Constitution Day or can be provided any time throughout the year. This conference is appropriate for grades 3-5.

To see additional content offerings and to book a videconference session, visit http://www.cilc.org/

Grade 3: Spooktacular M & Ms (Math & Mammals)

Spooktacular M&Ms centers on the very interesting mammal, the bat. This content rich videoconference combines problem solving, creative crafts and science facts. We learn characteristics of the bat and at the same time create a bat craft. This content session is designed for 3rd grade students and is 40 minutes.

Grades 4-5: Canals

Canals had an impact on rural America by allowing increased transportation of goods, services and people. Discover a method of transportation that no longer exists by studying with us the importance of water canals to the development of rural America through commerce, economics and increased access to transportation. This session is written for 4th or 5th grade students.

Grades K-1: Living vs. Non-Living

Is it living or is it not? You kindergarten or 1st grade students will develop an understaning of living things and non living things using engaging video, photos and other resources.

Contact:
Michele Carlisle, Program Manager
michele.carlisle@tchesc.org
330.308.9939 x220
Tuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison
Educational Service Center
834 E. High Avenue
New Philadelphia OH 44663\

$75.00 per Session

To see additional content offerings and to book a videconference session, visit http://www.cilc.org

Grades K-8: Interactive Student Lessons

Contact:
Leslie Charles
Distance Learning Coordinator
lcharles@mvesc.k12.oh.us
740.452.4518 X133
740.455.6702 Fax

Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
205 North Seventh Street
Zanesville, Ohio 43701

Please go to http://www.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/content.asp for a complete list of Interactive Student Lessons.

$75 per Session

Details will Follow!

Grades K-12: Connect to Texas

All "In the News" programs are FREE!!!

Education Service Center Region XI proud sponsor of www.Connect2Texas.net is gearing up for another great year of video conferencing programs. We would like to take this opportunity to let you know our "In the News" program dates are already scheduled so mark your calendars. These programs will be from 9:00-9:30 AM on Fridays. September 5, 2008, October 3, 2008, November 7, 2008, December 5, 2008, January 9, 2009, February 6, 2009, March 6, 2009, April 3, 2009 and May 1, 2009
Remember these programs are offered FREE for all Texas schools that connect through their local Education Service Center. Most sites will be "view only".

See the web site for details: http://www.connect2texas.net/ .

To be removed from this list e-mail either Laurie Hogle lhogle@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 4-12: The Tobacco Plant FREE

"People have smoked the leaves of the tobacco plant for hundreds maybe thousands of years. Today, thanks to modern medical technology there is definite proof that smoking is dangerous to your health, in fact, in many cases, deadly. However, smoking, sniffing, or chewing the plant is the killer not the plant itself if left alone. This plant like many others can be used for our benefit rather than our demise. Join BRIT as we share the latest news of a Danish biotech company called Aresa who has developed a tobacco plant that can actually detect the location of land mines! We’ll take a closer look at tobacco as a beneficial plant and how scientists have developed the many ways it can save lives! Disclaimer: BRIT does not condone the use of tobacco in any other form than what we are presenting on Sept. 5th.

9:00 - 9:30 AM
Grades 4-12

Pam Chamberlain
Contact Phone
(817) 332-4441 x231
Contact Email
pchamberlain@brit.org

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

To be removed from this listserv e-mail either Laurie Hogle lhogle@esc11.net or Lori Hamm lhamm@esc11.net .
Connect2Texas is a service offered by Education Service Center Region XI 3001 North Freeway Fort Worth, TX 76106 (817) 740-3607

Grades 6-12: RACE for the PRESIDENCY Series

Program Flyer: RACE For the PRESIDENCY series
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Content Provider
Vanderbilt University Virtual School
Contact Information
PATSY PARTIN
chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu
2007 Terrace Place
Nashville, TN 37203
United States
Phone: (615) 322-6511
Fax: (615) 343-1145

Program Type
Individual Program

Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.

Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Primary Disciplines
Best Practice, Social Studies/History, Political Science
Secondary Disciplines
Social Studies/History, Civics

Program Description
As presidential nominees crisscross America in pursuit of votes, this journey to the White House provides "teachable moments" for your students. Vanderbilt Virtual School presents 16 videoconferences with classroom-ready lesson plans in the Race for the Presidency series. These lessons will inform and engage your students in the presidential election process.Click on the title of each videoconference to find classroom-ready lessons that provide clear educational objectives, vocabulary, straightforward directions, national standards, pre-activities, post-activities, assessment strategies, and opportunities for reaching learners of all styles and abilities.By participating in the 16 “Race For the Presidency” videoconferences, teachers will have a unique opportunity to teach about presidential elections and the election process, the electoral college, current issues, the importance of making informed decisions, and the importance and privilege of voting.Seize these "teachable moments" and register early for the videoconference sessions as we encourage critical thinking on issues of the day and journey together in this Race For the Presidency.

Program Format
The presenter will discuss for 30 minutes using graphics as appropriate, and students will ask questions for 15-20 minutes.

Objectives
Students will:•Become aware of current political issues and arguments •Be able to understand generalizations about Democrats, Republicans, and Independents •Compare and contrast the platforms of the 2008 presidential candidates•Investigate the candidates and main issues from a previous election (2004) in American history

National Standards to which this program aligns
United States History Standard 31- Understands economic, social, and cultural developments in the contemporary United States. Benchmarks: Understands various influences on American culture; Understands how different groups attempted to achieve their goalsCivics Standard 11- Understands the role of diversity in American life and the importance of shared values, political beliefs, and civic beliefs in an increasingly diverse American society. Benchmarks:Knows a variety of forms of diversity in American societyKnows major conflicts in American society that have arisen from diversityKnows ways in which conflicts about diversity can be resolved in a peaceful manner that respects individual rights and promotes the common goodKnows basic values and principles that Americans shareKnows why it is important to the individual and society that Americans understand and act on their shared political values and principlesCivics Standard 18- Understands the role and importance of law in the American constitutional system and issues regarding the judicial protection of individual rights. Benchmarks: Understands the importance of the rule of law in establishing limits on both those who govern and the governed, protecting individual rights, and promoting the common good; Knows historical and contemporary examples of the rule of law; Understands current issues regarding judicial protection of the rights of individualsLanguage Arts Standard 8- Demonstrates competence in speaking and listening as tools for learning. Benchmarks: Plays a variety of roles in group discussions; Asks questions to seek elaboration and clarification of ideas; Listens in order to understand a speaker's topic, purpose, and perspective; Conveys a clear main point when speaking to others and stays on the topic being discussedUnited States History Standard 31- Understands economic, social, and cultural developments in the contemporary United States. Benchmarks: Understands the influence of social change and the entertainment industry in shaping views on art, gender, and culture; Understands major contemporary social issues and the groups Civics Standard 11- Understands the role of diversity in American life and the importance of shared values, political beliefs, and civic beliefs in an increasingly diverse American society.Benchmarks: Knows examples of conflicts stemming from diversity, and understands how some conflicts have been managed and why some of them have not yet been successfully resolved; Knows why constitutional values and principles must be adhered to when managing conflicts over diversity; Knows beliefs that are common to American political cultureCivics Standard 18- Understands the role and importance of law in the American constitutional system and issues regarding the judicial protection of individual rights. Benchmarks: Understands how the rule of law makes possible a system of ordered liberty that protects the basic rights of citizens; Knows historical and contemporary illustrations of the idea of equal protection of the laws for all persons; Understands the effects of Americans relying on the legal system to solve social, economic, and political problems rather than using other means, such as private negotiations, mediation, and participation in the political process; Knows historical and contemporary instances in which judicial protections have not been extended to all persons and instances in which judicial protections have been extended to those deprived of them in the pastLanguage Arts Standard 8- Demonstrates competence in speaking and listening as tools for learning. Benchmarks: Asks questions as a way to broaden and enrich classroom discussions; Adjusts message wording and delivery to particular audiences and for particular purposes

Program Length
45 minutes

Dates/Times
9/17/08 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. EDT
Registration Deadline is 9/15/08

The 16 videoconferences in this Race For the Presidency series are by date and time only (NOT by request/on demand).RACE FOR THE PRESIDENCY series – FALL, 2008 – WED. September 17 – “Voting: What’s It All About?” – Ray BarrettTHURS. September 18 – “Parties and Platforms” – Representatives from the Democratic Party and the Republican PartyWED. September 24 – “Analyzing Campaign Ads” – Pat NolanTHURS. September 25 – “Electoral College: Benefits and Drawbacks” - Brook ThompsonWED. October 1 – “The Power of ONE Vote” – Carol BucyTHURS. October 2 – "Targeting the Youth Vote: the Role of Web 2.0 and Technology in the 2008 Presidential Election" - Young Republican Aaron Dorn and Young Democrat Addison PateWED. October 8 – “Benefits of Negative Ads” – John GeerTHURS. October 9 – “UNCOUNTED: is there integrity in the U.S. election process?" - David Earnhardt, filmmaker of “Uncounted: The New Math of American Elections”WED. October 15 – “How Will the ECONOMY Affect the 2008 Presidential Election?” - Tennessee Representative Beth HarwellTHURS. October 16 – “Dividing Lines: The Politics of Immigration in the 2008 Presidential Election” – Tim ChavezWED. October 22 – “Race and Gender in the 2008 Presidential Election”- Tony BrownTHURS. October 23 – “The Spin Zone: Media and Elections” – Carol SwainWED. October 29 – “Banking on Becoming President: Does Campaign Money Raised Equal Votes?” – Larry WoodsTHURS. October 30 – “Key Issues of the Presidential Election” – Lou Dobbs12:00 NOON (ONE special One-Hour session: with 6 schools from 6 different states)TUES. November 4 – Mock Presidential Election on actual United States Presidential ELECTION DAY

Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Interactive Cost: $75.00

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Program Fee Notes
Please make sure a purchase order is in place after you receive confirmation and send a copy to: Vanderbilt Virtual School, Attention: Chandra Allison, 2007 Terrace Place, Nashville, TN, 37203 or fax it to 615-343-1145 . This is to assure that funds are available and invoices are processed in a timely manner.

Cancellation Policy
CANCELLATION POLICY: The full $75 fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice of the program date except for weather emergencies or catastrophic events. "NO SHOWS" will incur the $75 fee.

Is video taping allowed?
No, videotaping of Virtual School videoconferences is strictly NOT allowed due to legal issues such as informed consent, jurisdiction, confidentiality, standards of practice, and supervision.

The Provider broadcasts over
IPInternet 2

Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
1) Schools will dial in to our bridge at the Virtual School fifteen minutes before the videoconference. 2) A completed Videoconference Equipment Testing form AND a "test call" prior to a school's first videoconference are required each school year to be certified with the Virtual School bridge. Email our Virtual School Media Tech, Mike Majett, at mike.majett@vanderbilt.edu to schedule a test call. ALL test calls should be completed on the FRIDAY before your videoconference from 9 - 11 AM (CENTRAL time). The number to call for technical assistance during your actual videoconference is 615-343-1018 . The IP number for the Virtual School is 129.59.139.23. Once you have a successful test call, there is no reason to schedule a test call for future videoconferences during the same school year.

Grades 6-12: The Kansas Comet's Roommate

Program Flyer: The Kansas Comet's Roommate
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Content Provider
Pro Football Hall of Fame 2007-08

Contact Information
Jerry Csaki

jerry.csaki@profootballhof.com

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.

Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Primary Disciplines
Character Education, Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History

Secondary Disciplines
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

Program Format
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.

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

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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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.

Is video taping allowed?
No

The Provider broadcasts over
IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

Connections speeds of 384K, 512K, or 768K

Grades 4-12: African American Trailblazers

Program Flyer: African American Trailblazers
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Content Provider
Pro Football Hall of Fame 2007-08
Contact Information
Jerry Csaki

jerry.csaki@profootballhof.com

2121 George Halas Dr.

NWCanton, OH 44708

United States

Phone: (330) 456-8207 ext. 148

Program Type
Individual Program

Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.

Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Primary Disciplines
Fine Arts, Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History

Secondary Disciplines
Character Education, Community Interests

Program Description
This program examines the contributions of African American pioneers in pro football, beginning in 1904 with the signing of Charles Follis to modern day players and coaches. A 10-minute segment from the documentary Black Star Rising will be shown to reinforce the topic. The 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with national standards of education and is recommended for Elementary School, Middle School and High School

Program Format
5 minutes - Welcome25 minutes - Discussion on African American Pioneers in Pro Football10 minutes - Black Star Rising Video 10 minutes - Question and Answer

Objectives
By participating in this session students will:- learn about the history of African Americans in pro football.- learn about the on the field "color barriers" faced by these pioneers.- learn about how these pioneers impacted future players and as well as our society.

National Standards to which this program aligns
Standards ParaphrasedLanguage Arts: 1-Comprehend, interpret, evaluate, and appreciate texts; 7-Conduct research and gather, evaluate and synthesize data; 4 - Communicate effectively.History: 1-Chronological thinking.Technology: 1-Basic operation and concepts; 5-Research tools.Visual Arts: 1-Understanding and applying media, techniques, and processes; 4-Understanding the visual arts in relation to history and cultures.

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

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.

Is video taping allowed?
No

The Provider broadcasts over
IP

Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
Connections speeds of 384K, 512K, or 768K

Grades K-12: Ham it Up: Amateur Radio FREE

Program Flyer: HAM It Up: Amateur Radio
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Content Provider
NASA's Digital Learning Network (Johnson Space Center) 2007-08 Honorable Mention

Contact Information
Event Coordinator

jsc-dislearn@mail.nasa.gov

2101 NASA Parkway

Houston, TX 77058

United States

Phone: (281) 244-7325

Program Type
Individual Program

Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.

Target Audience
Education: Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Primary Disciplines
Mathematics, Problem Solving, Sciences, Technology/Information Science, space science

Program Description
You see it on television: NASA officials contact astronauts on the Space Station through radio hookups. There's another way to keep in touch with crewmembers, though, and anyone with a ham radio system can participate. And just for the record, the conversations don't start with "Breaker, breaker one-nine." Amateur radio, also called ham radio, has become the fun way for average folks to communicate with Space Shuttle and Space Station astronauts. Anyone with a scanner can listen to the communications that take place between Earth and space, and if you have a transmitter, you can get in on the conversations.While individuals can monitor Space Station transmissions from home, school groups can make it a class project and work closely with ham radio operators and NASA staff members to schedule a conversation with the astronauts. The ARISS project was started with that goal in mind: classes of students interacting directly with astronauts through ham radio linkups.

Program Format
Join the Digital Learning Network as we explore how astronauts on the International Space Station communicate using amateur, or HAM, Radio. Learn how amateur radio works, its purpose on the International Space Station, and how educators and students can participate in radio downlink events with astronauts through ARISS.

Objectives
Students will:• Understand the function and importance of amateur radio on the International Space Station through the videoconference event• Identify resources available for radio downlink participation through the videoconference event• Understand how sound travels in waves

National Standards to which this program aligns
The following standards are abbreviated for the 5-8 learning module. Due to the longevitiy of standard descriptions, expected student behaviors are listed in the Complete Educator Guides on the DLN website for this topic. Standards and expected student behaviors for grades K-4 and 9-12 can be found in the appropriate Educator Guide.NATIONAL SCIENCE EDUCATION STANDARDS (NSES)Unifying Concepts Content Standard A - Science as InquiryContent Standard B - Physical ScienceContent Standard E - Science and TechnologyContent Standard G - History and Nature of ScienceNATIONAL COUNCIL OF TEACHERS OF MATHEMATICS (NCTM)AlgebraGeometryProblem SolvingCommunicationINTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (ITEA)Standard 1 -Characteristics and Scope of Technology.Standard 17 - Information and Communcation Technologies

Program Length
50 minutes

By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

REQUESTS MUST BE RECEIVED WITH NO LESS THAN A MINIMUM 30-DAY ADVANCE LEAD TIME.PLEASE REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT AT: http://dln.nasa.gov/dln/content/catalog/details/?cid=634

Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Interactive Cost: $0.00Point to Point Cost: $0.00By Request/On Demand Cost: $0.00
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Program Fee Notes
NASA Digital Learning Network (DLN) content and connections are provided at no cost to your students.Connections by ISDN may have associated costs that your organization would pay for, directly to the provider of those services.

Cancellation Policy
We do not charge for cancelled programs, however we do appreciate at least 72 hours notice. We will make every effort to reschedule your event as soon as possible.

Is video taping allowed?
Yes
Video Taping Notes
Videotaped programs may not be used by your organization/school for any monetary gains or as a direct or indirect endorsement of product or activity by NASA.

The Provider broadcasts over
ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 56 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 768 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

NASA DLN receives ISDN or IP calls initiated by the customer. Your school or sponsoring organization initiates and funds the call to the Johnson Space Center. There are no other charges for the event.

Grades 9-12: America's Story through Art Lesson 1:America Emerging - 1700's

Program Flyer: America’s Story Through Art

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Content Provider

Cleveland Museum of Art 2007-08

Contact Information
Dale Hilton

dhilton@clevelandart.org

cguscott@clevelandart.org

11150 East Boulevard

Cleveland, OH 44106

United States

Phone: (216) 707-2491

Fax: (216) 421-9277

Program Type
Program SeriesThis is part 1 of a 5 part series. You may request all 5 parts or any one individual part.

Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.

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

Primary Disciplines
Fine Arts, Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History, Technology/Information Science

Program Description
By examining American art and artifacts from the CMA’s collection, this series promotes discussion on America’s national character and heritage. All lessons, developed by teams of teachers, are accompanied by reinforcement materials specifically designed to foster critical thinking skills. Lesson 1: America Emerging - 1700’sDeveloping American identity, folk art, the influence of the Age of Reason, the effect of the mercantilist economy, and underlying causes of the Revolution.

Program Format
not available at this time

Objectives
1.To illustrate that art may be considered as a reflection of “American” values, identity, and political culture.2.To provide various examples of the significance of global trade to the Colonial American economy.

National Standards to which this program aligns
All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards, Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards, and New York State Learning Standards.

State Standards to which this program aligns
All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards, Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards, and New York State Learning Standards.

Program Length
40-60 minutes

By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
By Request/On Demand Cost: $135.00

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Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge

Program Fee Notes
* Payment is due in full within 30 days of registration. * Purchase orders are due within 10 days of registration. *Bulk discounts available*Multi-point discounts available

Cancellation Policy
* No refunds on scheduled programs. Rescheduling is subject to availability. * Cancellations must be received 48 hours in advance to be eligible for rescheduling.

Is video taping allowed?
No

The Provider broadcasts over
IP

Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
Sites can connect to the CMA directly via IP - all other connections (ISDN, IHETS, Vision Athena) must be bridged.Schools are required to dial into the CMA. Please state connection speed on registration form. CMA can connect from 384 kbps up to 3 mbps speed.

Grades 4-10: Meet the Scientist: Mammal Diversity and Museum Collections

Program Flyer: Meet the Scientist: Mammal Diversity and Museum Collections
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Content Provider
Carnegie Museum of Natural History
Contact Information
Patrick McShea

mcsheap@carnegiemnh.org

4400 Forbes ave

Pittsburgh, PA 15213

United StatesPhone: (412) 622-3292

Fax: (412) 622-3419

Program Type
Individual Program

Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.

Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Primary Disciplines
Career Education, Sciences
Secondary Disciplines
Problem Solving, Technology/Information Science

Program Description
As members of the mammal class, we share our scientific category with some 4,000 other species. At Carnegie Museum of Natural History, the amazing diversity of this group is represented in a research collection of more than 117,000 specimens, making it one of the top ten mammal collections in the Western Hemisphere. Although this collection, which includes study skins, skeletons, and fluid-preserved tissue, is global in scope, its strength is in North American mammals. During this interactive program Collection Manager Suzanne McLaren will discuss the collection's importance and visually review some of its highlights.

Program Format
1.This program begins with a review of the physical characteristics of mammals.2.Examples of the various forms of specimens in the mammal collection will then be presented.3. A variety of unusual mammals will be presented along with information about their natural habitats.4. A discussion about how scientist use the mammal collection will conclude the formal presentation. 5.Time will be provided for questions and answers.

Objectives
As a participant in this program, a student will:- list the physical characteristis of mammals;- develop an appreciation for the role of natural history collections in biological research;

National Standards to which this program aligns
Content Standard C: Life ScienceC4. Structure and function in living systems (5-8)C5. Reproduction and heredity (5-8)

Program Length
one hour

Program Dates/Times 10/1/08 11:00 - Noon EDT

Registration Deadline 9/20/08

This is a special event offered on one date this fall.

Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Interactive Cost: $150.00

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Cancellation Policy
There is no charge for programs cancelled due to nature - i.e. snow days. 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 ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 384 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider

Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 KMaximum Broadcast Speed: 384 K

Grades K-12: Elephant Seals of Año Nuevo State Reserve FREE

Program Flyer: Elephant Seals of Año Nuevo State Reserve
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Content Provider
California State Parks, Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students (PORTS)

Contact Information
Ty Smith

tysmith@parks.ca.gov

10 Refugio Beach Road

Goleta, CA 93117

United StatesPhone: (916) 997-7468

Program Type
Individual Program

Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.

Target Audience
Education: Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Primary Disciplines
Sciences

Secondary Disciplines
Social Studies/History

Program Description
The State of California maintains 278 state parks, of unique environmental, historical, and educational interest. One of the most interesting and unique, from the biological and environmental perspectives, is Año Nuevo State Reserve, home of the largest rookery for northern elephant seals in the United States.This unit of study introduces students to the evolutionary history and adaptations of the northern elephant seals of Año Nuevo State Reserve. The highlight of the unit is a video conference between students and a park ranger. The ranger acts as guide for a virtual tour of the rookery and discusses the evolutionary history and adaptations of elephant seals with students.

Program Format
This program is given from a green=screen studio near Santa Cruz California. Great care is given to ensure the program is interactive. Students are asked questions and encouraged to participate in a variety of activities. Students view a variety of media, including live video from within the elephant seal rookery, recorded video of various adaptive behaviors, photos from throughout the area, and comparative anatomy photos. Ample time is given to students to ask questions of their own.

Objectives
1. The participants will be able to explain the role of State Parks (and National Parks)in preserving endangered animals and their habitats.2. Participants will be able to discuss how elephant seals have adapted to the extreme environments in which they live(Both on land and in the ocean.3. Students will be able to discuss the function and structure of such adaptations.4. Participants will understand that historical changes have effected and continue to effect Northern Elephant Seal populations.

National Standards to which this program aligns
Program can be adapted to any level. But unit of study coincides with NS 5-8:A. Science as Inquiry C. Structure and Function of Living Systems, Reproduction and Heredity, Regulation and Behavior, Populations and Ecosystems,Diversity and Adaptations of organisms,G. History and Nature of Science.

State Standards to which this program aligns
The unit of study was written specifically for grade 7 life science, touching on 7.2, 7.3, 7.5, 7.6 and investigation and experimentation. Although written for grade 7, both lessons and videoconference can easily be adapted for K-12.

Program Length
30 minutes for kindergarten, 45 minutes for 2nd - 4th grade, up to an hour for 4th -12th grades.

By Request
This program is available by request/on demand and by published date(s) and time(s)

All times below are displayed in Eastern Daylight Time, as specified in your profile.

9/2/08 Program Times

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

11/20/08

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Deadline is 8/29/08

Program Offered tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, five times per day. If specific listed times do not work with your bell schedule we can adjust our times slightly.
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $0.00Point to Point Cost: $0.00
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Program Fee Notes
All of the California State Parks PORTS programs are free.

Cancellation Policy
Please cancel programs no later than 48 hours before the program start-time.
Is video taping allowed?
No
The Provider broadcasts over
IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
Ability to dial public IP address and a minimum IP connection speed of 384. For more specific questions please contact PORTS IT Coordinator, Shawn Brown, at: sbrown@parks.ca.gov.