K-1: Living & Non-Living




Presented by Tuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison ESC


Am I living? Do I breathe? Can I think or even sneeze? Or must I sit and wait to see. what a child will do with me?


Contact: Marrily@tchesc.org or michele@tchesc.org


Grades 9-12: Pandemic / Superbug


Science in the Cinema: Pandemic
Dates: November 13, 2008 or November 19, 2008
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET
Grade Levels: 9-12
Join Dr. Peter N. Wenger, MD, Associate Professor in the School of UMDNJ Public Health, for a discussion of the science behind the PBS American Experience program, INFLUENZA 1918: The worst epidemic the United States has ever known . Students should be familiar with the documentary (at minimum, the portions listed below) and should prepare questions ahead of time for Dr. Wenger.
More information: http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.magpi.net/programs/sciencecinema.html
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Science in the Cinema: Superbug
Dates: November 12, 2008 or November 20, 2008
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET
Grade Levels: 9-12
Join Dr. Pauline Thomas, Associate Professor at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ- School of Public Health, for a discussion of the science behind the PBS NOVA program Rx for Survival: Rise of the Superbugs Students should be familiar with the documentary (at minimum, the portions listed below) and should prepare questions ahead of time for Dr. Thomas.
More information: http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.magpi.net/programs/sciencecinema.html

Heather Weisse Walsh
Applications Coordinator
MAGPI
3401 Walnut Street, Suite 233A
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6228
Email: hweisse@magpi.net
Phone: 215-573-6417

www.magpi.net

Grades 9-12: Global Passport: Moving the World Toward Achieving Safe Drinking Water


MAGPI STUDENT PROGRAMS
Global Passport: Moving the World Toward Achieving Safe Drinking Water and Sanitation for All
Project Dates and Times:
· Global Passport Kick-Off Videoconference: Understanding the Global Water Crisis Friday, October 24, 2008 * 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET
· Teacher Workshop: Working with your students to launch a clean water action planFriday, January 23, 2009 * Time TBD
· World Water Day Presentations: This is How WE Took Action Friday, March 20, 2008 * 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET
Target Grade Levels: Students in Grades 9-12
One of the eight United Nations Millennium Development Goals agreed upon by the world’s countries and leading development institutions is to reduce by half the number of people without sustainable access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation by the year 2015. This year-long program will introduce students to the facts about the world water crisis, allow students to investigate and support various water-related projects, take an active role in moving the world toward the millennium goal and publicize their efforts through a video collaboration.
The project kicks off on UN Day, with an interactive videoconference featuring an engaging panel of experts that will challenge and motivate students. Following the kick-off, students will begin their own research into issues surrounding clean water in various parts of the world and select projects they would like to support. Mid-way through the project, teachers will attend a virtual professional development event with Fairmount Waterworks Interpretative Center staff that will help them support their students in their clean water action projects and video development projects. Following the implementation of their projects, students will produce a video highlighting their efforts and share their projects in a culminating videoconference on World Water Day in May.
More information: http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.magpi.net/programs/globalpassport.html
Heather Weisse Walsh
Applications Coordinator
MAGPI
3401 Walnut Street, Suite 233A
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6228
Email: hweisse@magpi.net
Phone: 215-573-6417

www.magpi.net

Grades 1-3:BOO-tiful Pumpkins!


The MVESC is offering a SPECIAL OCTOBER MATH LESSON titled: BOO-tiful Pumpkins! This will be offered from Tuesday October 14th- Thursday October 31st at the following times:
9:00am EST, 10:00am EST and 1:00pm EST. These will be multi-point connections, so if you have a class interested, please email or call to reserve your spot. Session description follows:

BOO-tiful Pumpkins! (Grades 1-3)
This interactive math session focuses on the Halloween tradition of jack-o-lanterns. By working collaboratively in groups, students will estimate and judge the reasonableness of their answers using various aspects of a pumpkin. The story, “The Ugly Pumpkin” will be shared for student enjoyment, and interactive games will solidify the concepts discussed! Don’t miss out on this entertaining yet educational event!

Cost: $75.00 per site
IP connectivity


Leslie Charles
Distance Learning Coordinator
Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
205 North 7th Street
Zanesville, Ohio 43701
740.452.4518 ext 133
lcharles@mvesc.k12.oh.us
http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/

Grades 1-3: Laugh Out Loud with Idioms


October 22 - Laugh Out Loud With Idioms
Offered twice, 10:00 - 10:50 and 1:00 - 1:50Subject areas: English Language Arts Grade levels: 1, 2, 3 Description: Students will encounter idiomatic expressions sprinkled throughout both written and spoken language. Idioms can be wonderful vocabulary-enriching tools as students are made aware of both the figurative and literal meanings behind them. Students will get a chuckle as they see how the literal meaning creates a very different picture from the figurative message.

1. Questions? Contact Bob Stricker at bob@soita.org or 937-746-6333 .

2. Cost: each session is $50.

3. Click here for the Registration Form.

4. For more information and listing of Ohio Academic Content Standards, click here.

Grade 1: Pilgrims' Voyage to America



The TCHESC will be presenting an Interactive Video Conference Session about the Pilgrims' voyage to the America and their first year in the New World. This story will be told through the eyes of Mary Allerton, an actual child of the original Mayflower passengers. For a flyer,click here.
It is geared toward the 1st grade level, but can be adapted. This session is a 35-45 minute session and can be connected IP.

Registration will be accepted by visiting http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001RITOyEsC2C4dNCvMCO2dGwJlJj5aI-sx_tPvl6a96yxeM2wvfLYEMYAE3VPitufrP0PHNaLIWVPWSvOvEQ8NzkRQmTPS6mOskfMvbb0EoVk= and clicking on the VC Scheduler link. Once at the link, choose a preferred time, and fill out all requested information. There is a $75.00 for each school.
A copy of your PO can be faxed to 330.308.0964 (attn. Marilyn)
Questions? Contact:
Michele L Carlisle
Tuscarawas Carroll Harrison Educational Service Center
834 East High Ave
New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663
330-308-9939 x 220
330-340-1845
SOITABob Stricker
bob@soita.org

Grades 1-7: The Snow Show

CILC
Program Flyer: The Snow Show
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Content Provider
Amon Carter Museum 2007-08
Contact Information
Nancy Strickland
3501 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76107
United States
Phone: (817) 989-5038
Fax: (817) 989-5039
Program Type
Individual Program
Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience
Education: Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7
Primary Disciplines
Fine Arts, Mathematics, Sciences
Program Description
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Is it really true that no two snowflakes are alike? Investigate the intricacies of the individual flake as you view and discuss how American artists have depicted the beauty and wonder of snow and ice in paintings and photographs from the Carter’s collection. Then create your own winter wonders as you learn how to cut complex six-pointed snowflakes. (Snowflake instructions and demonstration provided.)
Program Format
1. View and discuss the ways in which snow and ice have been depicted in fine art.2. Discover the physical composition and structure of ice crystals and snow flakes (geometry and physical science connections)3. Explore the history and method for first snow flake photographs.4. View and discuss contemporary snow flake photographs.5. Uncover the truth about the symmetry and exact sameness of all snowflakes. 6. Create intricate six-point snow flakes.
Objectives
-Appreciate the beauty of winter snow scenes in fine art.-Discover the physical composition and structure of ice crystals and snow flakes.-Explore the history and methodology for micro-photography.-Apply principles of geometry in observing and duplicating the structure and symmetry of snowflakes.
National Standards to which this program aligns
Fine ArtsNA-VA.5-8.4 UNDERSTANDING THE VISUAL ARTS IN RELATION TO HISTORY AND CULTURES•Students analyze, describe, and demonstrate how factors of time and place (such as climate, resources, ideas, and technology) influence visual characteristics that give meaning and value to a work of art MathNM-PROB.CONN.PK-12.3: Recognize and apply mathematics in contexts outside of mathematics.ScienceNS.5-8.2 PHYSICAL SCIENCEProperties and changes of properties in matter
Program Length
50 minutes
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Interactive Cost: $100.00
Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy
The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice. Programs cancelled due to weather or technical difficulties may be rescheduled.
Is video taping allowed?
No
The Provider broadcasts over
ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 384 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 768 KIP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
We require schools to dial our bridge, Education Service Center Region XI. We are IP to Region XI. Region XI can dial ISDN or IP. For Region XI, contact Lori Hamm at 817-740-7516 or email lhamm@esc11.net
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Grades 8-12: The Crucible; Stage West


Bass Performance Hall presents...
The Crucible; Stage West
October 6-10, 2008
Grades 8-12
$150.00 (unlimited students per site)
Because all high school juniors and AP history students study The Crucible , we will present five days of performances in McDavid Studio and onstage at Bass Hall. For more than 25 years this local professional theater company has been recognized for its excellent productions. Jerry Russell, founder and producing director of Stage West, and his talented cast are certain to bring a new perception to this American classic.
Connections: language arts and reading comprehension, theater
The Connect2Texas programs are FREE for schools that are Title IID Cooperative members and/or RUS Grant sites. Click here to see if your district participates.

To register for programs or see what else is available 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 XI3001 North FreewayFort Worth, TX 76106(817) 740-3607

Grades 6-12: Art and the Hall of Fame Experience


CILC
Art and The Hall of Fame Experience
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Content Provider
Pro Football Hall of Fame 2007-08
Contact Information
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.
Target Audience
Education: Grade(s): 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Primary Disciplines
Fine Arts, Social Studies/History
Secondary Disciplines
Career Education, Community Interests, Language Arts/English
Program Description
This program examines the architectural features of the museum in addition to sculptures, paintings, prints, photographs, videography and commercial/graphic art. Students will learn ways these works of art help visitors understand and appreciate various aspects of historical and social contexts related to museum displays. 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 Middle School and High School.
Program Format
5 minutes - Welcome30 minutes - Discussion on art in the Hall of Fame15 minutes - Question and Answer
Objectives
Students will be introduced to the ways visual art is used to enhance the visitor’s experience at the Pro Football Hall of Fame (architecture, sculpture, photography, paintings, prints, commercial art/graphic art).
National Standards to which this program aligns
Visual Art: 4-Understanding the visual arts in relation to history and cultures; 5-Reflecting upon and assessing the characteristic and merit of their work and the work of others; 6-Making connections between visual arts and other disciplines
Program Length
50 minutes
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive 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
How to Request this Program:-->Request this Program Now

Grades K-2: Author Visit and Eggs-periments Videoconferences with Amy E. Sklansky

CILC
Author Visit and Eggs-periments Videoconferences with Amy E. Sklansky
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Content Provider
Cooperating School Districts New Links to New Learning
Contact Information
Rebecca Morrison
rmorrison@csd.org
Cooperating School Districts
1460 Craig Road
St. Louis, MO 63146
United States
Phone: (314) 692-1274
Fax: (314) 872-9128

Program Type
Individual Program

Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.

Target Audience
Education: Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2, Public Library: Library Patrons

Primary Disciplines
Language Arts/English, Sciences

Secondary Disciplines
Art, Communication

Program Description
St. Louis author, Amy E. Sklansky, has written five picture books, including the nonfiction picture book, Where Do Chicks Come From? This book, part of the well-respected Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science series, explains what happens inside an egg from fertilization through hatching. Using visuals in a highly interactive videoconference session, Amy outlines various stages of writing the book — research, revisions, artist’s sketches, etc. Student questions are encouraged.

Program Format
After reading her book, Amy will also lead several hands-on eggs-periments while 1st & 2nd grade teachers do the same in their own classrooms with their own eggs. (Kindergarten classes will not use hands-on materials at their site, but rather watch Amy do the eggs-periments on camera). Amy and her class(es) will crack open an egg and identify its parts. Then Amy will incorporate terms from the scientific method, such as hypothesis, prediction, experiment, and data, as she and the classroom teachers lead students in two hands-on experiments exploring the properties of eggs. First, students will compare the properties of a ball and an egg before rolling them across a flat surface to test their hypothesis regarding the way an egg will roll. Second, students will pile several heavy books or other objects on top of two or three eggs to test their hypothesis regarding the strength of an egg.

Objectives
The participant will:- engage in a discussion about the scientific method- develop an appreciation for the creative writing process

National Standards to which this program aligns
NationalNS.K-12.4 Language ArtsStudents 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.NS.K-12.5 Language ArtsStudents employ a wide range of strategies as they write and use different writing process elements appropriately to communicate with different audiences for a variety of purposes.NS.K-12.6 Language Arts. Students apply knowledge of language structure, language conventions (e.g., spelling and punctuation), media techniques, figurative language, and genre to create, critique, and discuss print and nonprint texts.NS.K-12.8 Language ArtsStudents use a variety of technological and informational resources (e.g., libraries, databases, computer networks, video) to gather and synthesize information and to create and communicate knowledge.NS.K-12.12 Language ArtsStudents use spoken, written, and visual language to accomplish their own purposes (e.g., for learning, enjoyment, persuasion, and the exchange of information).

State Standards to which this program aligns
MissouriCommunication ArtsIn Communication Arts, students in Missouri public schools will acquire a solid foundation which includes knowledge of and proficiency in:1. speaking and writing standard English (including grammar, usage, punctuation, spelling, capitalization)2. reading and evaluating fiction, poetry and drama5. comprehending and evaluating the content and artistic aspects of oral and visual presentations (such as story-telling, debates, lectures, multi-media productions)ScienceIn Science, students in Missouri public schools will acquire a solid foundation which includes knowledge of 7. processes of scientific inquiry (such as formulating and testing hypotheses)

Program Length
45 minutes

10/7/2008, 1/13/09 & 5/12/09
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM or 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM CENTRAL STANDARD TIME

Amy's Eggs-periments are being offered three times this year, in October, January and May. Each day has two sessions, the first for kindergarten students and the second session for 1st and 2nd graders. Each videoconference has a three school limit and we ask that group sizes remain 30 students or less.

Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Interactive Cost: $175.00

Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge

Program Fee Notes
New Links to New Learning members pay $135 per program and nonmembers pay $175.

Cancellation Policy
We will not 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
IP

Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
We prefer that schools dial into us or our bridge, but if necessary, we can dial out to them. If you are making a bridge connection, we require you to validate (make a test call) with our bridge prior to the actual videoconference.

How to Request this Program:-->Request this Program Now

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


Bats are cool, Bats have wings, Bats are flying living things! It’s that time of year. It’s time for our Spooktacular M & Ms (Math & Mammals) video conference. This session is best suited for 3rd grade students. You’ll find the flyer attached that describes the program. The dates and times available will be found on VC Scheduler which is located at http://www.tchesc.org/ http://www.tchesc.org/ . If these dates and times are not suited to your schedule, you can also check listing times at http://www.cilc.org/ and search for the Tuscarawas Carroll Harrison Educational Service Center.This program can also be offered at any time during the year. Just contact us for other dates and times. Please pass this along to teachers who would be interested in participating in this program.
Marilyn Roder
Technology Assistant
Tuscarawas-Carroll-Harrison ESC
834 E. High Ave.
New Philadelphia OH 44663
330.308.9939 x251 (phone)
330.308.0964 (fax)

Grades 7-12: Fall Programs from Global Nomads

Upcoming Events from Global Nomads!


212.529.0377