| ontent Provider | Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center | |
| Contact Information | Leslie Charles lcharles@mvesc.k12.oh.us 205 North 7th Street Zanesville, OH 43701 United States Phone: (740) 452-4518 ext. 133 Fax: (740) 455-6702 | |
| Program Type | Individual Program | |
| Program Rating |   based on 4 evaluation(s). | |
| Target Audience | Education: Pre-K Students, Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2, 3 | |
| Maximum Number of Participants | 30 | |
| Minimum Number of Participants | 0 | |
| Primary Disciplines | Gifted & Talented, Language Arts/English, Reading, Sciences, Special Needs, Technology/Information Science, Writing | |
| Program Description | Students will finally get the answers to those brain burning questions like…”Why do pigs roll in the mud?”, and “Why are some eggs white, and others are brown?”. Experiments and farm artifacts will take kids on a virtual field trip to the farm! Don’t miss the opportunity for your students to find the answers to these questions and more! It is definitely a connection that they will not soon forget! | |
| Program Format | 1.Begin with a “Barn Animal Slideshow” 2.Students will brainstorm a list of farm animals with presenter 3.Students discuss “curious farm related questions” 4.Observe science experiments with farm products 5.Experience an animated story – Pigs by Robert Munch 6.Interactive game: Animal Squares | |
| Objectives | As a result of this interactive lesson, students will: 1.Gain answers to farm related questions 2.Identify farm animals, and their unique characteristics 3.Explore the purpose of farm animals 4.Observe science experiments with farm products | |
| National Standards to which this program aligns | NS.K-4.3 LIFE SCIENCE As a result of activities in grades K-4, all students should develop understanding of . The characteristics of organisms . Life cycles of organisms . Organisms and environments NL-ENG.K-12.3 Students apply a wide range of strategies to comprehend, interpret, evaluate, and appreciate texts. They draw on their prior experience, their interactions with other readers and writers, their knowledge of word meaning and of other texts, their word identification strategies, and their understanding of textual features (e.g., sound-letter correspondence, sentence structure, context, graphics). NL-ENG.K-12.4 Students adjust their use of spoken, written, and visual language (e.g., conventions, style, vocabulary) to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes. NL-ENG.K-12.12 Students use spoken, written, and visual language to accomplish their own purposes (e.g., for learning, enjoyment, persuasion, and the exchange of information). | |
| State/Regional Standards to which this program aligns | Ohio Standards: Science: Life Sciences Standard Kindergarten: 3. Describe how plants and animals usually resemble their parents. 4. Investigate variations that exist among individuals of the same kind of plant or animal. First Grade: 2. Explain that food comes from sources other than grocery stores (e.g., farm crops, farm animals, oceans, lakes and forests). Second Grade: 4. Compare similarities and differences among individuals of the same kind of plants and animals, including people. Technology Standards: Kindergarten: d.K.1 Explore different types of media formats used to communicate information (e.g., e-mail, TV, newspapers, film, phones, Web pages). d.K.2 Examine digital images in learning (e.g., students select pictures of community helpers from teacher-identified materials). d.K.3 Engage in teacher-directed online learning activities (e.g., 100th day of kindergarten activities, online field trips). First Grade: d.1.1 Explain media formats used to communicate information (e.g., e-mail, newsletters, TV, phones, newspapers, Web pages). d.1.4 Identify and explore different forms of electronic communication (e.g., written documents in electronic form, e-mail, Web pages, video, multimedia). Second Grade: d.2.1 Use media to view information. d.2.2 Participate in the creation of media products (e.g., use appropriate communication tools with teacher assistance). d.2.4 Compare digital graphic images used to portray a topic (e.g., students are given images on the same topic from two different sources and explain why one may be better for the assignment than another). d.2.8 Participate in communication sessions (e.g., e-mail, video conferencing, phones, interact with other classes in teacher-directed online project). | |
| Program Length | 50-60 minutes | |
| By Request | This program is available by request ONLY | |
| Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees | Interactive Cost: $75.00 Interactive Cost with Premium Service: $75.00 What's this? | |
| Cancellation Policy | Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center Distance Learning Cancellation Policy The Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center (MVESC) understands the occasional need to reschedule programs due to changing schedules, inclement weather, or technical difficulties; however, MVESC commits resources to a program the moment a reservation is received and presenters are scheduled. Presenters must be paid for their preparation, time, and travel. Please note the Distance Learning Cancellation Policy below. 1. The school will: • Have an audience for the time and date the district scheduled the session and coordinate with teachers, technicians, coordinators, treasurers, and other parties prior to submitting the request; • MVESC asks that anyone making a reservation please check school calendars for holidays, professional development days, and testing dates to avoid potential conflicts. 2. Failure of a school to have the audience available for the scheduled session will result in a $25 charge for the session. Scheduled events must be cancelled at least 24 hours in advance of the session to avoid the $25 cancellation fee. This fee is nonreturnable and may not be applied toward a future session. 3. MVESC strongly recommends performing a test connection at least two 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. In such a case, MVESC will not charge the $25 cancellation fee. If technical reasons prevent a successful connection on the day of the session, the $25 fee also will be waived. The $25 fee applies to all MVESC sponsored programming. 4. Taping of sessions is prohibited. 5. All MVESC distance learning programs will only be scheduled upon receipt of a signed purchase order. These may be mailed or faxed to Leslie Charles at MVESC (740-455-6702). If you regularly schedule programs with MVESC, please provide a number for us to reference when invoicing for sessions completed. Invoices will be sent at the end of each month, and payment is required in U.S. dollars within 30 days of receipt. | |
| Is recording allowed? | No | |
| The Provider broadcasts over | IP | |
| Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider | Schools must dial into the MVESC. Connection over IP is preferred, however, ISDN schools can arrange for your own bridge. LAB 1A (IP 204.9.145.244) LAB 1B (IP 204.9.146.155) PLEASE arrange for a test connection prior to your actual event. Test connections can be completed Monday-Friday 8am EST-12pm EST. Please contact Chris Shafer to arrange your testing time. cshafer@mvesc.k12.oh.us (740-452-4518 x 164) Please forward a copy of your external IP to the MVESC prior to your connection. |
