Grades 7-12: Globalization 101


Globalization 101
Global Education Motivators

Sabrina Cusimano
cusimano@chc.edu
9601 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19118
United States
Phone: (215) 248-1150
Fax: (215) 248-7056

Education: Grade(s): 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, University

Globalization has changed everything, and continues doing so. Globalization has made the world smaller by substituting speed, connection and complexity for distance. It has interconnected everything with everything else in ever more effective and profound ways, linking you to the world. What does this mean for your students and the world?

Globalization 101 begins with a short (2.5 minute) movie that provides a global perspective on the problems of the world. Globalization is then defined and presented within a historical context. Various facets of globalization (economic, technologic, cultural, political, environmental) are gone over. How we measure globalization and where it is taking us are presented. Students are engaged in a discussion of what they think globalization is and what it means for them—in terms of the importance of continuing their education, global competition, jobs, friends and opportunities.

45 minutes
This program is available by request ONLY
Interactive Cost: $175.00

Grades 7-12: Exploring Kenya Through Mombasa


Exploring Kenya Through Mombasa
Global Education Motivators

Sabrina Cusimano
cusimano@chc.edu
9601 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19118
United States
Phone: (215) 248-1150
Fax: (215) 248-7056

Education: Grade(s): 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
This program delves into East Africa’s biggest economy, providing an insider’s perspective about the life in Kenya. Students will get a better understanding of the country that hosts the world headquarters of the UN Environmental Program and which has the largest number of American agencies in Africa. Particularly addressed will be the history of the Coast of Kenya, its foreign influences and the recent 2007 post-election violence that shook the foundations of the country.
45 minutes
This program is available by request ONLY
Interactive Cost: $150.00

Grades 6-12: Children’s Rights in the 21st Century


Children’s Rights in the 21st Century
Global Education Motivators

Sabrina Cusimano
cusimano@chc.edu
9601 Germantown Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19118
United States
Phone: (215) 248-1150
Fax: (215) 248-7056

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

An interactive presentation with a children’s rights expert on the human rights treaty for children – the Convention on the Rights of the Child - that few students or citizens in the United States understand. Students will learn a brief history of the Convention, understand the components of the treaty now 20 years ratified, and explore the challenges of full implementation and ratification by the United States. The presenter will focus on certain areas of children’s rights upon request.

45 minutes

This program is available by request ONLY
Interactive Cost: $150.00

There is no charge for cancellations due to natural events.

Grade 3: Spooktacular Math and Mammals


Spooktacular Math and Mammals
East Central Ohio Educational Service Center 2007-08

Michele Carlisle
video@ecoesc.org
834 East High Avenue
New Philadelphia, OH 44663
United States
Phone: (330) 308-9939 ext. 220
Fax: (330) 308-0964

Education: Grade(s): 3

Students will learn about mammals by focusing on bats. They will also be creating a craft by way of solving math problems and they will also use problem solving skills in this 40-45 minute session.
45 minutes
This program is available by request ONLY
Interactive Cost: $75.00


purchase orders should be made to
ECOESC, Attn. Marilyn Roder, 834 East High Ave,New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663

Grades 4-8: Building of the Transcontinental Railroad : Uniting a Country (Free Program)


Building of the Transcontinental Railroad : Uniting a Country (Free Program)
Durham Museum

Mike Irwin
mirwin@durhammuseum.org
801 South 10st.
Omaha, NE 68108
United States
Phone: (402) 444-5027

Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

One day, in 1863, President Abraham Lincoln sitting at his desk in the White House in Washington DC , signed a document that fixed the eastern terminus of the proposed rail route at Omaha, Nebraska Territory. Within a short time dirt was flying in Nebraska and California.
Thousands of workers, large numbers of teams, many supply trains, and vast quantities of equipment and supplies were employed in caring this stupendous project forward. Each month the gap between the two construction forces became shorter, and finally , on May 10 1869, after six years of strenuous effort, the rails were joined at Promontory, on the Utah desert.
This endeavor was the 1800's equivalent to the United States putting a man on the moon 100 years later.
This session is loaded with original documents, photos and artifacts from the Union Pacific Museum to provide your students with historical accurate “primary” information. Each teacher will receive a packet of resources and activities to use to prepare students for the connection as well as provide you with “follow-up” support material to help you to continue to explore the building of the Transcontinental Railroad as well as Westward Expansion.
45 Minutes
This program is available by request ONLY

Grade 5-12: From Jerusalem! Understanding Modern-Day Israel through the Study of Current Events


From Jerusalem! Understanding Modern-Day Israel through the Study of Current Events
Distance Learning Solutions LLC

Yitzchak Schwartz, M.Ed
yschwartz@yschwartz.com
6 Pear Tree Lane
Lafayette Hill, PA 19444
United States
Phone: (610) 572-4050

Education: Grade(s): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, Public Library: Library Patrons, Content Providers: Content Providers

News from Israel can be found in the media on an almost daily basis. Our students, as Americans, often find the news somewhat confusing due to a lack of understanding of life in the Middle East in general, and life in Israel in particular.

Through a review and discussion of Israeli current events, complete with analysis of online media clips and newspaper articles, students will share in the day-to-day Israeli experience. Under the guidance of a Jerusalem-based Israeli educator, students will unravel the intricacies of the Israeli political system, sense the great joys and challenges of Israeli life, and begin to understand Israeli society and the forces that mold it.

50 minutes

This program is available by request ONLY
This program is available beginning November 2, 2009.
$200.00

Grades 3-8: Geology Rocks


Geology Rocks
Discovery Center of Springfield

Hayley Budd
hbudd@discoverycenter.org
438 East St. Louis Street
Springfield, MO 65806
United States
Phone: (417) 862-9910 ext. 726
Fax: (417) 862-6898

Education: Grade(s): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

How do rocks form? This interactive program will allow the students to classify rocks, talk about the rock cycle, and learn how rocks change over time. Learn the difference between rocks and minerals. Students will even make a rock they can eat!

60 minutes

This program is available by request ONLY
Interactive Cost: $150.00
By Request Cost: $150.00

Grades K-2: Bugs? Insects?


Bugs? Insects?
Discovery Center of Springfield

Hayley Budd
hbudd@discoverycenter.org
438 East St. Louis Street
Springfield, MO 65806
United States
Phone: (417) 862-9910 ext. 726
Fax: (417) 862-6898

Education: Pre-K Students, Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2
Learn the difference between bugs and insects. The Very Hungry Caterpillar will be read in a whole new way. New science words will be introduced when talking about the changes "bugs" go through.

60 minutes

This program is available by request ONLY
Interactive Cost: $150.00
By Request Cost: $150.00

Grades 5-10: Copland and the Common Man: Abraham Lincoln


LIVE from the stage of Bass Performance Hall!
Copland and The Common Man: Abraham Lincoln
Grades 5th-10th
$150.00 per site

Aaron Copland was the quintessential American composer who captured the optimistic spirit and rhythm of his homeland in music and used it in homage to our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. We repeat what was one of our most warmly received programs of last season. Music played: “Fanfare for the Common Man,” “John Henry” and “The Lincoln Portrait,” all written by Aaron Copland.

Connections: American historical and cultural heritage and evaluation of musical elements.


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SET SAIL WITH REDUCED PRICING FOR OUR 2009 CURRENTS PROGRAM!


Reduced Prices for 2-Day and 3-Day CURRENTS Programming

Greetings from GNG! We hope that your semester is going well and that you are getting ready for some new and innovative GNG programming this semester.

We wanted to share with you some exciting news- The CURRENTS program prices have been reduced and are now as follows:

• For all one country, 3-part programs, the total cost is $700 + membership discount. (a $200 discount!), this includes:
• Ghana
• South Africa
• Vietnam


• For all one-country, 2-part programs, the total cost is now $500 + membership discount. (a $100 discount!), this includes:
• India
• Hong Kong/China


For those of you who have already signed up for CURRENTS programming, we will be sending you a new invoice reflecting the reduced price.

We hope that you find this information helpful as you plan for your semester. Please let us know if you have any questions, or wish to sign up for one of our GNG programs, and we would be happy to assist you.

We look forward to you joining us on our next journey and “see” you soon!

Best,

The Global Nomads Group Team
tricia@gng.org


GNG offers 4 types of videoconference programs that cover a range of academic themes. To find out more, click here.

For a complete list of GNG Fall Programs, click here.

Grades 5-12: Alternative Energy Sources


Alternative Energy Sources
Request this Program Now
Texas State Aquarium

Adriana Reza
areza@txstateaq.org
2710 North Shoreline Blvd.
Corpus Christi, TX 78402
United States
Phone: (361) 654-1450
Fax: (361) 881-1257
Education: Grade(s): 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Public Library: Library Patrons
Students will research different types of energy sources and conclude which energy source is best for their community. We will take a look at different energy sources and review the benefits and drawbacks. We will discuss renewable and non-renewable resources and take a look at several energy companies.
45 minutes
This program is available by request ONLY
Interactive Cost: $150.00
Premium Service provides additional benefits. Learn more!
Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
There are two program packages available.

The pricing is based on number of students and shipping supplies.

For more information please contact Adriana Reza (361) 654-1450

Grades K-12: Ohio Historical Society


Videoconferences from the Ohio Historical Society.
Visit http://www.ohiohistoryteachers.org/05/index.shtml


The Ohio Historical Society would like to welcome you to the beginning of the 2009/2010 school year and share updated information with you in regards to videoconference program offerings and scheduling procedures. We will continue to offer our programming on a year-round, on-demand basis Monday through Friday.

The mission of the Ohio Historical Society is to help people connect with the past in order to understand the present and create a better future. As a part of that effort, our award winning distance learning programming provides an interactive, informative, and engaging experience that differs from the typical classroom activity by bringing history to life while reinforcing the importance of past events with real life experiences.

Explore a variety of cross-disciplinary programming in our three themed styles.
- Interact with first person characters from the past in our Back In Time series.
- Get the facts from a professional in our Ask the Expert series.
- Test your knowledge of social studies in our So You Know... game show series.


New for 2009/2010

So You Know the Civil War (premiering Fall 2009)
No other period in our nation's history has captured our interest like the events of 1861 through 1865. Although this struggle is distant in time, it's a period that is confusing and complex to interpret. As we observe the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, test your knowledge of the causes, conflicts, and consequences of this era by scheduling - So You Know the Civil War.
Your students will compete against each other as they answer questions about the people, places, legislation, battles and events of this War Between the States.
Show what YOU know about the Civil War by scheduling, So You Know the Civil War

So You Know the 1960s (premiering Spring 2009)
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 1960s as we test your knowledge of the people, places, news, events, and pop culture of the 1960s

Check back with us throughout the school year for new programming. Feel free to send us your recommendations for future programming topics.

Pricing for our presentations will remain $75 for Ohio schools/groups and $130 for out-of-state schools/groups. We request at least 2 - 3 week notice for all reservations.

To schedule a presentation, we offer the following options.
• You may use our online request form, which is available at: http://ohsweb.ohiohistory.org/webforms/dlrf.aspx
• You may mail or fax your request to us with the following form: http://www.ohiohistoryteachers.org/05/dl.pdf
• You may call our studio at 614.298.2965 or toll free at 1.800.640.7679.

Discover for yourself why schools, libraries, community centers, children's hospitals, and assisted living facilities across the country and continent connect to the past through a catalog of over 20 programs presented by the Ohio Historical Society. Visit our website at http://www.ohiohistoryteachers.org/05/index.shtml
for the most up-to-date listing of program offerings, promotional videos and information about our distance learning programming. If you have questions or have suggestions, email us at dl@ohiohistory.org or call us at 614.298.2965, or toll free at 1.800.640.7679.