| Content Provider | Greenville Zoo | |
| Contact Information | Lynn Weisner zooed@greenvillesc.gov 150 Cleveland Park Drive Greenville, SC 29601 United States Phone: (864) 467-4850 | |
| Program Type | Individual Program | |
| Program Rating | This program has not yet been evaluated. | |
| Target Audience | Education: Grade(s): 5, 6, 7, 8 | |
| Maximum Number of Participants | 30 | |
| Minimum Number of Participants | 10 | |
| Primary Disciplines | Sciences, Standards | |
| Program Description | Although we strive to explain why so many of the earth’s habitats are endangered, we also emphasize how individuals can solve the problems facing the Earth and its inhabitants. Find out what you and zoos can do to make a difference. | |
| Program Format | Introduction and discussion to 5 reasons animals and habitats experience an imbalance. Students will participate in an activity during the program to help retain the information. Live animals during the program will help emphasize the relationship between people and animal’s survival. | |
| Objectives | Students will learn what they can do individually, locally, and globally to save our endangered species. | |
| National Standards to which this program aligns | NS.5-8.3 Life Science | |
| State/Regional Standards to which this program aligns | SC state standards 5-2.5 Life Science | |
| Program Length | 1 hour | |
| By Request | This program is available by request ONLY | |
| Date/Time Notes | Our availability includes: Year-round Programs must be scheduled 3 weeks in advance | |
| Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees | Interactive Cost: $100.00 | |
| Program Fee Notes | Each teacher will receive a packet upon receipt of full payment | |
| Cancellation Policy | CANCELLATION POLICY: In the event that a program must be cancelled due to weather, technical issues, or other circumstances beyond the control of the Zoo or program recipient, the program may be rescheduled at a later date agreeable to both parties for no additional charge (dependent of availability). RESCHEDULING POLICY: In the event that a program needs to be rescheduled for any reason other than those listed above, then the Zoo must be notified at least three weeks before the date of the program. We do not reschedule inside the three weeks of the scheduled program date. REFUND POLICY: Once registration is confirmed, the Greenville Zoo adheres to a no-refund, no-credit policy. If a program is canceled at any time for any reason other than those listed above, no refund or credit will be given. Substitution of another group of participants of the same age is permitted with prior notification given at least three weeks before the date of the program. | |
| Is recording allowed? | No | |
| The Provider broadcasts over | IP | |
| Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider | Must have access to two-way audio/video teleconferencing equipment that runs at a speed of 384 kbps or higher. The zoo currently connects through IP technology. A test call is required within 24 hours of programming. |