Grades K-3: States Of Matter: A Solid Lesson Where Liquids can be a Gas!

States Of Matter: A Solid Lesson Where Liquids can be a Gas!
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Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Patti Overholser

poverhol@cmnh.org

1 Wade Oval Drive

Cleveland, OH 44106

United States

Phone: (216) 231-4600 ext. 3215

Fax: (216) 231-9960

Education: Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2, 3

This lesson is an introduction to the states of matter, using your classroom as both a videoconference studio and active lab area! Be prepared for some wet and wild demonstrations as your students learn about how temperature can affect the physical properties of matter and relate this information to everyday experiences. Using simple materials in a kit sent to your school, you and the class explore the physical changes of matter as they transition from solid to liquid to gas and examine the properties of each phase of matter. Our Science Instructors will carry out the same experiments in the Museum studio, so students can compare our results with their own. Bring a towel (or two)!

45 minutes for content, 15 for set-up and clean-up at your site.

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

Although the content can be delivered in 40 minutes, we suggest planning on an hour for set-up and clean-up at your site.
Interactive Cost: $120.00By Request/On Demand Cost: $120.00
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Grades 3-7: Transfer of Energy

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Challenger Learning Center (Rochester, New York)
peter robson/Rochester Challenger Learning Center

peter_robson@boces.monroe.edu

15 Linden Park

rochester, NY 14625

United States

Phone: (585) 473-7494

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

Energy is the ability to do work, or move an object. There are many different forms of energy including Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Heat, Light, Sound, and Nuclear The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy can not be created or destroyed. It can be transformed from one form into another. It is this ability to transform that allows humans to channel energy into our homes for different uses. The bi-product of all energy transformations is some amount of heat. Human activity on earth or in space requires the manipulation of energy transformations.

60 minutes or more depending on desired content

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
This is a special event and is on demand only.

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A full work/experiment package is available upon request. The kit includes worksheets, assessment materials, research tools, and energy transfer experiments. The cost for the kit is $100. Shipping fees are billed at actual cost.
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Grades 6-12: Jazz Ensemble Sectional Coaching

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Manhattan School of Music
Juliana Han

jhan@msmnyc.edu

120 Claremont Avenue

New York, NY 10027

United States

Phone: (212) 749-2802 ext. 4488

Fax: (212) 749-0562

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

Performing Arts, Music Performance

Student instrumentalists and/or vocalists will have the opportunity to work with a distinguished Manhattan School of Music faculty member on subjects ranging from improvisation, rehearsal techniques, and other areas as requested. Classroom teachers are encouraged to forward music they would like to be reviewed during the videoconference. Past instructors have included faculty members Justin DiCioccio, percussion, Peter Eldridge, voice, and Dick Oatts, saxophone. This program is part of Music Bridges.
1. Introduction of teaching artist2. Students play prepared excerpts for teacher.3. Teaching artist offers critique through interactive, dynamic music lesson exchange. 4. Teaching artist offers summary of points to students.

45 minutes or one regular class period

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

By Request/On Demand Cost: $350.00

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Grades 8-12: Classical Music NOW

Program Flyer: Classical Music NOW
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Manhattan School of Music
Juliana Han

jhan@msmnyc.edu

120 Claremont Avenue

New York, NY 10027

United States

Phone: (212) 749-2802 ext. 4488

Fax: (212) 749-0562

Program SeriesThis is a two-part presentation.

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

Performing Arts, Music

Curriculum, Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History, Standards

In 2 sessions, we debunk the popular myth that classical music is “old and boring.” Exploring music written since 1950 through the present, we discover the fresh, exciting, and outrageous sounds of what classical music really is. By introducing students to today's music, rather than the classics of 200 years ago, we swing open a backdoor of interest that can lead to a greater respect and understanding of the classical Greats. Composers discussed range from experimenters John Cage and Karl Stockhausen to pop artists Björk and Radiohead. This program is part of Virtual Music Studio.

A Manhattan School of Music teaching artist will lead an interactive discussion.

45 minutes or one regular class period

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

By Request/On Demand Cost: $250.00
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Grades 8-12: Classical Meets Pop: How the Two Fall in Love

Program Flyer: Classical Meets Pop: How the Two Fall in Love
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Manhattan School of Music

Juliana Han
jhan@msmnyc.edu
120 Claremont Avenue
New York, NY 10027
United States
Phone: (212) 749-2802 ext. 4488
Fax: (212) 749-0562

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

Performing Arts, Music

Curriculum, Language Arts/English, Social Studies/History, Standards

A 2-session exploration into what defines music to be classical or to be pop. With live and recorded examples, we compare the two styles, discuss historical contexts, and discover how the two are one of the same language. Activities include analyzing texts from both styles and discussing how the music speaks for itself. Using the music of Hip-Hop and Rock, we expand on the students' ability to relate to the music of Mozart, Schubert, and others. This program is part of Virtual Music Studio.
A Manhattan School of Music teaching artist will lead an interactive discussion.

45 minutes or one regular class period

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
By Request/On Demand Cost: $250.00

Grades 2-5: Follow your Dreams!

Follow your Dreams! (Martin Luther King) (available upon request) (NEW)

This special event takes an up close look at an American hero, Martin Luther King Jr. His background information will be explored along with the heroic actions he endeavored throughout his life. Students will learn the significance of Martin Luther King Day and discuss how this hero has impacted their lives.

Grades 2-5
Cost: $75.00 per site

If you are interested in scheduling this for your classroom, please visit us online (MVESC) to reserve your spot, or email me for assistance!

Happy Holidays To ALL!


Leslie Charles
Distance Learning Coordinator
I bleed scarlet and gray!!!!

Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
205 North 7th Street
Zanesville, Ohio 43701
740.452.4518 ext 133
lcharles@mvesc.k12.oh.us
www.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/

Grades K-12: Read Around the Planet

Read Around the Planet is a celebration of NEA's Read Across America. Classrooms use interactive video to connect with other classrooms "around the planet" and read to each other. The activity is sponsored by TWICE and Polycom, in cooperation with NEA.

TWICE provides the registration tool, matches classrooms with partners and provides support documents. Participating classrooms are responsible for their own video connection and developing their own reading activities for the event.

To register, or for more information, goto http://projects.twice.cc or contact Paul Hieronymus at phiero@leeca.org.

Cleveland Museum of Art's Season of Light

Looking for a holiday program? Our new special presentation Season of Light explores origins and rituals connected with Christmas, Hanukkah and Diwali, a festival of light celebrated among Hindus, Jains and Sikhs. These celebrations and commemorations fall late in the year and often make use of light. In the program students view and discuss illuminated manuscripts, Indian sculptures and other votive objects from The Cleveland Museum of Art as well as menorahs from the collection of Temple Tiffereth Israel. Sign up on The Cleveland Museum of Art’s section on CILC http://www.cilc.org/search/content-provider-program.aspx?id=2138 . There is still time to register!
Ms. Dale HiltonDirector, Distance Learning The Cleveland Museum of Art 11150 East Blvd. Cleveland, Oh. 44106 Tel: 216 707-2491 Fax: 216 421-9277 dhilton@clevelandart.org www.clevelandart.org/dl

Grades K-12: Meet The Medieval King: Alfred The Great - Hammer of the Vikings

Program Flyer: Meet The Medieval King: Alfred The Great - Hammer of the Vikings
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Content Provider

The Sheffield Museum of Rural Life (Canada)
Contact Information

Marty Pullinshefmuseum@gto.net1139 Settlers RoadSheffield, Ontario L0R 1Z0CanadaPhone:
Target Audience

Education: Pre-K Students, Kindergarten, Grade(s): 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Public Library: Library Patrons

Program Description
Visit with King Alfred The Great, live from his throne in the Kingdom of Wessex (pre-England). "King Alfred" will stay in character throughout the session, but in reality he is a historian who has done a great deal of research into the life and times of this amazing king. If desired by the teacher, he can come out of character at the end of the session to answer questions from a modern perspective.Amongst other topics, King Alfred can discuss kingship, law and order, Viking warfare, daily life, religion, and castles. In addition to showing artifacts and answering questions, King Alfred can teach the students a medieval dance and play live music.King Alfred ruled during a time that was still characterized by the chaos and instability that followed the collapse of imperial Rome. At the same time, King Alfred worked hard to take what was best from Rome and combine it with Germanic traditions into a well-ordered and enlightened society.
Program Format
1. The presentations begins with King Alfred introducing himself, and telling a bit about his life.2. Students are invited to ask him any questions they would like to ask, and the king shapes his answers to ensure that the major facets of medieval kingship get covered. Artifacts are used to help explain whenever possible.3. If desired by the teacher, the king will teach the students a traditional dance, and will then play live music for them while they dance.4. The remaining time is for final questions.

Objectives
-The participant will interview a medieval king-The participant will engage in a discussion of medieval kingship and government-The participant may learn a medieval dance-The participant will listen to live medieval music-The participant will explore the nature of Dark Age Europe

Program Length
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: $100.00

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Program Fee Notes

Since we are in Canada, the price may need to be modified, depending on the current exchange rate.

Video Taping Notes
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Grades K-3: Christmas-Themed Programs from the Muskingum Valley ESC

Christmas-Themed Programs
from the Muskingum Valley ESC

Available On Request

All connections are $75.00 per site.


Cobwebs for Christmas (available upon request)
Students will learn about the all-important tradition for adding a little "bling" to their Christmas trees. Cobwebs for Christmas looks at the tradition of placing tinsel on trees. The story, Cobweb Christmas by Shirley Climo will be read, and explored in this 50 minute lesson that incorporates Science, Language Arts, and Technology standards. The charming story is set in Germany, and focuses on some curious spiders paying a visit to Grandma's tree. Students will extend learning by looking at arachnids, their similarities and differences, and their needs for survival. This lesson is intended for grades K-2.

The Polar Express (available upon request)
This is a fun, informative, and very interactive math and language activity tailor made for the holidays. The Polar Express focuses on the details of the timeless Chris Van Allsburg story "The Polar Express". Presenters will use the story details to teach various math and language concepts. The activities will be modified for the grade level attending the conference. Don't miss this "jolly" time on the mythical "Polar Express"! This lesson is intended for grades K-3.

Please send the folloing information to Leslie Charles:Organization Name (district name)
PO# (please update this piece when your PO is processed)
First Name (billing contact)
Last Name (billing contact)
Billing Address
B. Session Informationa. Title of Session you want to scheduleb. District Namec. Building where the conference will be heldd. Ohio County (please indicate OOS for all out of state schools)e. IP#f. Comments Field (please list the grade level, teacher name, and teacher email, and a technical contact phone number) Contact: Leslie CharlesDistance Learning CoordinatorMuskingum Valley Educational Service Center205 North 7th StreetZanesville, Ohio 43701740.452.4518 ext 133lcharles@mvesc.k12.oh.us http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001175T8u9PsE178PTCCn4UxEaAT0ALPi_hNUllfQ6I647Kdd2PAepfL0xg6ZoKFj75S_ABcsUIdBLpE55qywomQ-QPJhmXuROg1qMMcMtCKdaQMd79d4Mc1yXAQ8BrL4av

Grade 3: Holiday Herbaria

December 10th, 12th, 16th, 17th, or 18th
9:30-10:15 AM CSTor 1:30-2:15 PM CST
Grades 3rd-5th
$95.00 per site
Join the Botanical Research Institute of Texas this holiday season. This program combines Science, Social Studies and Art to teach the plant beginnings of three of December’s most beloved holidays, Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. Students will enjoy a “Suess” style poem to learn the legends and botany of the plants that play an important role in these special occasions and create a unique greeting card along with the presenter. This does require some teacher preparation prior to the program.

Go to http://www.brit.org/education/welcome-teachers/distance-learning/ and click on December Holidays for a sneak preview of the art project and list of supplies needed for the broadcast. REGISTRATION CLOSES SOON!!!

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

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) 740-3625

Grades 6-12: Writing Music with GarageBand

December 16 - offered at 1:30 & 3:30

Writing Music with GarageBand

GarageBand is a powerful program that can be used for a variety of applications. Learn how to create podcasts, enhanced podcasts, and even make your own music, all with the help of GarageBand.

Cost for each participating school is $50 per session.

Each session is an hour long.

Click for the interactive registration form.

Want to do a test call with SOITA? Dial 216.48.137.41 or 216.48.137.42



Questions?

Contact Bob Stricker
bob@soita.org
150 East Sixth StreetFranklin, Ohio 45005937-746-6333

Grades 4-7: Hands-On Weather Program

From the makers of the popular Gadget Works program COSI presents the
new Weather Watch program!

COSI has just launched Weather Watch, a brand new interactive weather video conference all about weather. During this conference, your students will work with COSI's newest Storm Spotter to learn how changes in air pressure and temperature can affect the weather. Students will take and use readings from barometers and thermometers to help them predict basic weather patterns. They will also explore air pressure using everyday objects and understand why changes in weather often occur around cold and warm fronts. All materials for pre- and post-visit activities are included in the kit.

Kit Materials Include:

- Teacher's Guide
- Plastic Bottles
- Fizz Keeper Pumps
- Split Peas
- Plastic Balls
- Metal Balls
- 3cc Syringes (Tube and Plunger ONLY)
- 60cc Syringes (Tube and Plunger ONLY)
- Suction Cups
- Pipettes
- Marshmallows
- Food Coloring
- Rubbermaid Containers



This program is geared towards students in grades 4 to 7. Each program
includes hands-on materials for 30 students that will be used during
the
60 minute show, and materials for many additional hours of in class
activities. For more detailed information about this program, please
check out our website:
http://www.cosi.org/educators/videoconferencing/weather-watch/.

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via
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Grades 3-6: Behind the Scenes at the Nutcracker

Bass Performance Hall presents...
Behind the Scenes at the Nutcracker with the Texas Ballet Theater
December 12th, 2008
9:00-9:35 AM CST
Grades 3rd-6th
FREE(most sites will be view-only )
This is a behind the scenes look at the Texas Ballet Theater's holiday production of the Nutcracker. Included will be an introduction to ballet and technical terms, rehearsal footage of the Act II dances, a look at a "live" ballet class, and a sneak peak at sets and costumes. This free program will only be offered once, so reserve your space today!
FREE for everyone outside of Texas and Texas schools that are members of an ESC video conferencing network. Most sites will be view only!
REGISTRATION CLOSES DECEMBER 10th!!!

To register go to 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) 740-3625

Grades K-12: Radio City Christmas Spectacular **FREE to NORT2H Members**

WVIZ/PBS
Special Distance Learning Presentation
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Tuesday, December 9 - 1:00 to 2:00

Panel: A Radio City Rockette The Company Manager "Behind the Scenes" Production/Technical Staff

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the world famous Radio City Rockettes has been seen by more than 65 million people in cities across the nation over the past 75 years. Featuring several live animals, 12 scenes, 18 Rockettes, hundreds of kicks and more than 250 costumes, careful coordination and precision timing are integral to this magical, memorable performance.

Your students will learn what it takes to stage this grand holiday tradition, which is sometimes performed as many as four times in one day! Transmission Modes: eTech Ohio IP Networks Schools interested in participating in this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by December 5th.

A program fee of $75.00 will be charged to schools. Please process a purchase order to WVIZ/PBS Distance Learning, c/o John Ramicone, 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland44115 and fax a copy of the p.o. to 216-916-6361.

KeyBank Careers in the Performing Arts is a joint educational initiative of Playhouse Square and WVIZ/PBS and 90.3 WCPN ideastream.John R. Ramicone Director of Distance Learning Services-WVIZ/NOTA 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115 phone: 216-916-6360 fax: 216-916-6361 email: jramicone@ideastream.org

Grades 3-7: The "We Dare You!" Video Project

Program Flyer: The "We Dare You!" Video Project
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Vicki Cobb
Vicki Cobb

email@vickicobb.com

302 Pondside Drive

White Plains, NY 10607

United States

Phone: (914) 949-1104

Fax: (914) 949-1977

The purpose of this program is to get kids to create videos from Vicki Cobb's new book: We Dare You! Hundreds of Fun Science Bets, Challenges, and Experiments You Can Do at Home. The videos may be published on Vicki Cobb's website: http://www.vickicobb.com/

Education: Grade(s): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Parent, Public Library: Library Patrons

The first session is for Vicki to kickoff the project to the kids. Kids will have the opportunity to see videos and order the book at a 50% discount from the publisher.Once the project is initiated, you will have several weeks to videotape kids doing the science activities. If some people are interested in editing the videos, that’s fine. Otherwise, unedited tapes will be sent to Vicki for her to edit. Throughout the project, she will answer email questions.The final session will be a discussion of what the kids learned from this project.

In the kickoff presentation Vicki will introduce the kids to her book and have them do a few tricks while sitting there. She will then show them some videos from her website and give them tips on how to prepare to create videos.

The main objective is to get kids involved in doing science.

Two 45 minute video conferences for grades 3-6. The first is a launch, the second a summation

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

This program launches a project that combines media literacy and science education and should be done over a period of several weeks.

By Request/On Demand Cost: $400.00
Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
All payments for books are directly with the publisher, not through Vicki Cobb.
There is some flexibilty for rescheduling but there will be a 50% kill fee for cancellation.
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Grades 4-12: The Bathysphere Underwater Biological Laboratory

The Bathysphere Underwater Biological Laboratory
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The Bathysphere Underwater Biological Laboratory
peter robson/BUBL Project

peter_robson@boces.monroe.edu

15 Linden Park

Rochester, NY 14625

United States

Phone: (585) 473-7112

Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, YMCA/YWCA, Content Providers: Content Providers

Best Practice, Career Education, Community Interests, Health/Physical Education, International, Mathematics, Problem Solving, Sciences, Technology/Information Science, Technology Education

Creating a School/Community Partnership (Vista), Family & Consumer Science, International, Social Studies/History, Special Needs, Technology/Information Science, Technology Education
The Bathysphere Underwater Biological Laboratory or BUBL™ Project, is a state-of-the-art virtual underwater laboratory. This is the only facility of its kind in the entire country. This experience introduces you to various career fields, such as, Communications, Navigation/Weather, Biology, Chemistry, Archeology, Remote Sensing and Geology.
This program is an interactive conversation style conference. Information is presented, discussed and follow-up questions by students are encouraged. Lab activities are completed during the conference and application to real-world experiences are made.

60 minutes or more depending on desired content

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

Direct connections to the laboratory are scheduled upon request. The "live" underwater conferences take several weeks to coordinate and must be scheduled well in advance of actual desired date.

Interactive Cost: $235.00Interactive Cost with Premium Service: $220.00 What's this?View Only Cost: $180.00View Only Cost with Premium Service: $165.00 What's this?Point to Point Cost: $235.00Point to Point Cost with Premium Service: $220.00 What's this?By Request/On Demand Cost: $265.00By Request/On Demand Cost with Premium Service: $250.00 What's this?
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Fees and payments are collected using Purchase Orders or please contact directly for further billing instructions. BOCES is a non-profit cooperative educational service with Monroe County in Rochester, New York.
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.
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Grades 7-12: Author Barri Bumgarner Writing Workshop Series: "Monsters"

Author Barri Bumgarner Writing Workshop Series: "Monsters"

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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

This is a two part series. Students will participate in the first session by listening to readings, thinking about their own ideas, and formulating what they will write. For the second session, students will come prepared with their own writing, work on next exercise assigned by author Barri Bumgarner, and hopefully share their products with the group!

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

Maximum Number of Participants
30

Columbia, Missouri author, Barri Bumgarner, inspires young writers to create stories brought about from personal fears, experiences, and real-life issues - "monsters". By opening the door to the imagination, Bumgarner offers insights to getting kids to write, revise, and share! Bumgarner also does a follow-up session, going through the full process of revision, explaining that a rough draft is indeed ALWAYS rough, and rather than TELLING the students that, they’ll see it first-hand for themselves. During this two-part session, Bumgarner will discuss how she wrote her own novels, what inspired her ideas, and how students can follow the same path.

In the first session, Ms. Bumgarner introduces herself and gives a brief biographical background including how she came to be a writer. Then, she begins the writing activity which will be interactive from the very beginning. The students listen to stories that will inspire topics, do some brainstorming of their own, then begin their OWN stories. For part two of the session, students will come prepared with their rough drafts from session one, will complete another activity, then go through some revision and sharing exercises!
Objectives

Participants will:+ Interact with a published author+ Discover the writing process+ Understand the importance of revision and editing

60 minuntes

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

1/9/2009
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

1/9/2009
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

2/20/2009
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

2/20/2009
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The first videoconference will take place January 9, and the follow up videoconference will be February 20. There are two session times: 8:30 a.m. for high school and 10 a.m.CST for 7th and 8th grade.

Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees

Interactive Cost: $250.00

Program Fee Notes

New Links to New Learning members get the two videoconferences for a cost of $200. Nonmembers pay $250 (total) for both videoconferences.

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Grades K-4: The Nutcracker

TUESDAY, December 2- Grades K-4 - "The Nutcracker"Storytelling of the "Nutcracker"; dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy; dancemovement exercises with your students; Listen to the music from the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy (from TheNutcracker Suite) by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, and then listen as Ms.Angela Neubauer from Ta-Dah Dance will skillfully tell the delightfulstory of the "Nutcracker." The Sugar Plum Fairy will be here to dance afew moves of her special solo dance, and then Ms. Angela will do somemovement exercise with YOUR students.

REGISTER: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm<http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm>

Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)Format: 45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation and 15-20minute Q & A

Cost: $75 per siteQuestions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or emailchandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu <mailto:chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu>

Grades K-4: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer & The Little Drummer Boy

THURSDAY, December 4
Rudolph, the Red-nosed Reindeer and The Little Drummer Boy from Vanderbilt Virtual School

THURSDAY, December 4- Grades K-4 - Storytelling of two classic =stories by presenter, Theresa Meeker.

1) "Rudolph, the Red-nosed Reindeer"This is the classic Christmas tale of Rudolph the Red-Nosed, Santa's ninth and lead reindeer that was shunned by the other reindeer because of his red nose. Rudolph becomes a hero when he guides Santa's sleigh through a blinding blizzard, and Christmas morning is saved for boys and girls all over the world.

2) "The Little Drummer Boy"This story is based on a popular Christmas song, with words and music by =Katherine K. Davis in 1958. It is also known as the "Carol of the =Drum".The lyrics tell the story of a poor young boy who, unable to afford a =gift for the infant Jesus, plays his drum for the newborn with his =mother Mary's approval. The baby, although a newborn, seems to =understand and smiles at the boy in gratitude.

REGISTER: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htmTime: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)Format: 45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation and 15-20 minute Q & ACost: $75 per siteQuestions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email =chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Grades K-4: A Visit with Santa

TUESDAY, December 16- Grades K-4 - A Visit With SANTA
For children in grades K-4, Santa is videoconferencing with kindergartners and first, second, third, and fourth graders connected to the Virtual School on December 16.

Participating students are strongly encouraged to write letters to Santa and mail to the Virtual School. This venture will encourage the students to develop writing skills while celebrating the joy of childhood at Christmas.

The students will each write a letter to Santa asking questions and making requests. During the videoconference, Santa will read some of the letters from schools in the videoconference and answer the students questions. YOUR students' faces will light up, especially when Santa says their names.Vanderbilt Virtual School2007 Terrace PlaceNashville, TN 37203Santa Claus will talk about his preparations for his upcoming Christmas Eve deliveries and about his life as well as answer some of the students' questions.Check out the Virtual School website for 30 or more possible questions to ask SANTA (of course, your students can think of many more!), a recipe for Christmas cookies, and websites to use for your Christmas cards and calendars.REGISTER: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm

Time:9:00 and 10:00 AM(CENTRAL time zone)Format: 45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation and 15-20 minute Q & A

Cost: $75 per site

Questions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Grades 1-4: Gift Givers Storytelling

"Gift Givers" storytelling videoconference on WEDNESDAY, December 3rd for grades 1- 4

WEDNESDAY, December 3rd:"Gift Givers" is the title of the storytelling videoconference on WEDNESDAY, December 3rd at 9:00 and 10:00 (Central) with Michael Williams for grades 1- 4.

1) The first stories will be, "The Saint Nicholas You Never Knew" - =stories about legends surrounding the original Saint Nicholas and a legend from Early America.

2) Another story will be "The Woman Who Brings the Gifts" - a story =about the figure of La Bafana, the gift giver in Italy.

3) IF there is time, Michael will share a personal story about a gift he =received as a child, which is called "The Christmas Monkey".

REGISTER: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm
Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)

Format:45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation and 15-20 minute Q & ACost: $75 per site

Questions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Grades 10-12: Universal Declaration of Human Rights

WVIZ/PBS Special
Distance Learning Presentation

Program: The United Nations 60th Anniversary

Topic: “Universal Declaration of Human Rights”

Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Time: 9:00 – 10 a.m.

Circle your calendars for December 10th for a very worthwhile program on the United Nations. December 10th marks the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, a document penned by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1948, through the auspices of the United Nations. A group of high school students from North East Ohio has studied this document, and will be videoconferencing discussing and sharing their interpretation “live” with a group of high school students from Derry, Northern Ireland.

Transmission Modes: NOTA, eTech Ohio IP Network, Cleveland V-Stations

Schools interested in participating in this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by December 5th.

A program fee of $75.00 will be charged to schools not in the NOTA member districts. Please process a purchase order to WVIZ/PBS Distance Learning, c/o John Ramicone, 1375 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland 44115 and fax a copy or the p. o. number to 216-916-6361.

Grades 4 & 7: When the Conquistadors Met the Karankawa

NEW program now available from the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
First Encounters! When the ConquistadorsMet the Karankawa
Grades 4th & 7th
$80.00 per site

How did early Native Americans encounter their environment and the Spanish conquistadors in the vast landscape that would become Texas? Dr. Source, Primary Investigator, will lead students as they search for evidence from artifacts and explore stories that reveal the many meanings of "Encounters on the Land".

See the Connect2Texas calendar for available dates and times to receive this program.
If you wish to receive this program at times other than those listed contact Amalia Runnels .
This program is FREE for Texas schools that are Title IID Cooperative members and/or RUS grant sites in Region 11. Click here to see if your district participates.

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

Grades K-12 Still Available for Connect2Texas

Programs still available before the December holidays from Connect2Texas providers!!!
To find out more about these programs (dates/times available, descriptions and/or register) you will have to go to the Website http://www.connect2texas.net/ . If you see a program you are interested in but the listed schedule does not work, contact the provider directly to make special arrangements.

A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas
2-5
$100 per site

A Visit to the Emergency Room
K-5
$95 per site

A Walking Tour of the National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame
K-12
$100 per site

Adaptation Exploration: Owls
3-5
$140 per site

All About Matter
3-5
$140 per site

Applying Reading TEKS for 3rd Grade
3rd
$75 per site

Applying Reading TEKS for 5th Grade
5th
$75 per site

Art Teacher for the Day
4-8
$75 per site

Ask the Expert: Forensic Science
5-12
$125 per site

Bison: Back from the Brink
K-2
$125 per site

Careers in an Art Museum
6-12
$45 per site

Cultural Heritage Through Art
4-12
$75 per site

Geometric Transformations
3-8
$140 per site

Images of American Indians
2-8
$100 per site

Journey to the Past
3-8
$75 per site

Let's Talk Turkey
3-6
$55 per site

Life on the Prairie with Sarah Plain and Tall
1-7
$100 per site

Luke Visits the Operating Room
K-5
$95 per site

Mission Opossumable
1-8
$125 per site

Pumpkins!
1-5
$95 per site

Teaching Language Arts through Visual Arts
Adults
$10 per person

Texas Critters
3-6
$55 per site

The Animals of the Mitten
K-2
$140 per site

The Nutcracker - Act 1
K-8
$150 per site

Winter Constellations
3-12
$125 per site

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

Laurie Hogle
lhogle@esc11.net
Lori Hamm
lhamm@esc11.net .

Connect2Texas is a service offered by Education Service Center Region XI3001 North FreewayFort Worth, TX 76106(817) 740-3625

Grades 5-8: Christmas During the Civil War

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Tuscarawas Carroll Harrison Educational Service Center

2007-08
Michele Carlisle

michele@tchesc.org

834 East High Avenue

New Philadelphia, OH 44663

United States

Phone: (330) 308-9939 ext. 220

Fax: (330) 308-0964

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

A southern belle daughter of a plantation owner will meet with students to discuss holiday traditions and customs during the Civil War as well as plantation life, causes of the Civil War, and communication from and to loved ones during the Civil War. There will also be some hands-on activity, as a period specific Christmas Card can be created during the session.
This will be discussion, re-enactment for part of it and interactive question and answer as well as a hands-on activity.

45-50 minutes

Registration Deadline

All times below are displayed in Eastern Standard Time, as specified in your profile.
12/18/2008
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM

This program has been designed for the Christmas Season, but can be adapted, AFTER DECEMBER, to incorporate basic Civil War causes if requested.

Interactive Cost: $75.00

Purchase order number and Purchase order should be addressed to:TCHESCATTN: Marilyn Roder, 834 East High Ave, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663
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Grades 2-12: Revolutionary War Soldier Life - A Soldier's Story

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Fort Mifflin on the Delaware
Lee Patrick Anderson
leeanderson@fortmifflin.us
Fort Mifflin & Hog Island Roads
Philadelphia, PA 19153
United States
Phone: (215) 685-4168
Fax: (215) 685-4166

Education: Grade(s): 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, Public Library: Library Patrons, Content Providers: Content Providers

There is no maximum, but for optimum interactivity, we suggest no more than 30 students at one presentation. There is a charge of $5 per student over 30.

Students and adults are taught about the lives, struggles and hardship of being a soldier in the War of Independence. The educator will explain the lifestyles of the men, women and children of the Colonial era. Where they came from, their vocations and how different people from all walks of life were thrust together to become the Continental Army in the United Colonies of the late 18th century. Their articles of clothing and equipment are shown and explained with authentic artifacts and reproductions of the era. There is also a short weapons demonstration (Flintlock Musket and Cannon) shown via DVD broadcast.

1. The program begins with a virtual tour of Fort Mifflin (about 5 minutes).2. We discuss life in the Colonies prior to the war and the essential causes of the Revolutionary War and why men joined the army.3. The group is then shown uniforms and equipment used by both sides (American, French & British.)4. Your group is then shown a Revolutionary War weapons demonstration that shows the firing of the flintlock musket and a 6 lb. cannon.5. Question and answer period.

The objectives the participant will learn are:-have a better understanding on what soldiers in wartime go through.-how much of our culture has changed over the last 200 years.-tactics of late 18th century warfare.-develop an appreciation how we live today (modern conveniences.)-engage students in discussions about the cost and impotence of our freedom and liberty.

45 minutes to 1 hour

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

This program is available throughout the year.

Interactive Cost: $115.00View Only Cost: $85.00Point to Point Cost: $115.00By Request/On Demand Cost: $115.00
Fee is for one (1) class (approximate avg. size 30 students) per class period (approximately 45 to 60 minutes) Above 30 students there is a $2 a student charge for each program.
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Grades 3-12: Civil War Soldier Life - A Soldier's Story

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Fort Mifflin on the Delaware
Lee Patrick Anderson

leeanderson@fortmifflin.us

Fort Mifflin & Hog Island Roads

Philadelphia, PA 19153

United States

Phone: (215) 685-4168

Fax: (215) 685-4166

Education: Grade(s): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, Public Library: Library Patrons,

Content Providers: Content Providers

There is no maximum, but for optimum interactivity, we suggest no more than 30 students at one presentation. There is a charge of $5 per student over 30.
In 1861 and the call went out for men to join the Union Army there was less participation than you would think. But in the Confederate Army it was a different story all together. Both sides fought in the Civil War, but they were further apart in many other reasons besides miles and political ideology. We describe the differences of both armies and why the "War Between the States" was fought. More soldier's died in the Civil War than WW II, Korea and Viet Nam combined. There weapons were more modern than Revolutionary War, but their equipment had not changed much. We will investigate the Civil War soldier as you have never seem him before.

45 minutes to 1 hour

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

Interactive Cost: $115.00Point to Point Cost: $115.00By Request/On Demand Cost: $115.00
Fee is for one (1) class (approximate avg. size 30 students) per class period (approximately 45 to 60 minutes) Above 30 students there is a $2 a student charge for each program.
We will not charge for programs cancelled due to nature i.e. snow days and equipment problems. Every effort to re-schedule will be made in the best interest of both parties. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 24 hours notice.
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Grades K-2: Discovery Time with Mrs. Goose:

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CILC
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http://www.cilc.org/program_provider_detail.aspx?id=227
Audra May or Debbie Ives

mailto:amay@sckesc.org

dives@sckesc.org13939

Diagonal Road

Clearwater, KS 67026

United States

Phone: (620) 584-3300 ext. 135

Fax: (620) 584-3307

Pre-K and K students will discover:•Their own “dinosaur” name announced by Mrs. Goose•What state Mrs. Goose is from and where she lives in relation to students from a map•Different types and facts about some dinosaurs•A story about dinosaurs•A graphing game to find out their favorite dinosaur•Actions to a fun song about dinosaurs•A nursery rhyme•Rhyming words
Format PreK-K1. The program begins with an introduction of Mrs. Goose, discussion of theme and Welcome song.2. Then there will be portion of a story.3. There will be a Question and Answer time about the story.4. Next will be poems/finger plays.5. Transportation graphing activity.6. A What's Missing Game.7. closing and Goodbye song.Format Grades 1-21.The program begins with an introduction of Mrs. Goose, discussion of the theme, and Welcome song. 2. There will be a portion of a story.3. There will be a question and answer time about the story.4. Theme songs and finger plays will be introduced and acted out.5. Mystery Rhyming words activity.6. What's Missing game.7. Closing summary and Good-bye song.
PreK-grade 2The participant will:-practice rhythm, rhyme, and repetition with poems and finger plays-be able to identify and make oral rhymes-practice phonological awareness skills-identify and discuss title, author, illustrator, and illustrations-practice making predictions-respond logically to questions before, during and after listening to text-recognize some letters and words in print-sequence events according to basic story structure-use knowledge of developmentally appropriate decoding skills when reading unknown words-practice mental representation skills

30 minutes in length

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

Interactive Cost: $100.00Point to Point Cost: $100.00By Request/On Demand Cost: $100.00

Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge

There is a limit of 30 students per connection due to interaction with participants.Please send a PO to: The Service Center at Clearwater13939 Diagonal RoadClearwater, KS 67026PO must be received prior to connection date. (If cancellation occurs due to weather, etc..., site will not be penalized to reschedule.)

We will not charge for programs canceled due to nature i.e. snow days. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 24 hours notice.

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Grades K-2: Discovery Time with Mrs. Goose: Dandy Dental Health

Program Flyer: Discovery Time with Mrs. Goose: Dandy Dental Health
CILC
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Audra May or Debbie Ives

mailto:amay@sckesc.org

dives@sckesc.org13939

Diagonal Road

Clearwater, KS 67026

United States

Phone: (620) 584-3300 ext. 135

Fax: (620) 584-3307

Pre-K and K students will practice using rhyming words in songs and listen to a book about dental health. They will also interact with Mrs. Goose by playing a memory game and reciting, as well as acting out the nursery rhyme, "Hey Diddle, Diddle". Students will also enjoy seeing and hearing their own names during the presentation.Grades 1-2 will practice using rhyming words in songs and listen to a book about dental health. They will also interact with Mrs. Goose by discovering mystery words and using the words to make a future book. They will continue with a memory game and help Mrs. Goose feed Mr. Mouth items that are healthy for his teeth.
Format PreK-K1. The program begins with an introduction of Mrs. Goose, discussion of theme and Welcome song.2. Then there will be portion of a story.3. There will be a Question and Answer time about the story.4. Next will be poems/finger plays.5. Dental graphing activity.6. A What's Missing Game.7. closing and Goodbye song.Format Grades 1-21.The program begins with an introduction of Mrs. Goose, discussion of the theme, and Welcome song. 2. There will be a portion of a story.3. There will be a question and answer time about the story.4. Theme songs and finger plays will be introduced and acted out.5. Mystery Rhyming words activity.6. What's Missing game.7. Closing summary and Good-bye song.
PreK-grade 2The participant will:-practice rhythm, rhyme, and repetition with poems and finger plays-be able to identify and make oral rhymes-practice phonological awareness skills-identify and discuss title, author, illustrator, and illustrations-practice making predictions-respond logically to questions before, during and after listening to text-recognize some letters and words in print-sequence events according to basic story structure-use knowledge of developmentally appropriate decoding skills when reading unknown words-practice mental representation skills

30 minutes in length

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

Discovery Time with Mrs. Goose: Dy-no-mite Dinos

Interactive Cost: $100.00Point to Point Cost: $100.00By Request/On Demand Cost: $100.00 !
Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge

There is a limit of 30 students per connection due to interaction with participants.Please send a PO to: The Service Center at Clearwater13939 Diagonal RoadClearwater, KS 67026PO must be received prior to connection date. (If cancellation occurs due to weather, etc..., site will not be penalized to reschedule.)

We will not charge for programs canceled due to nature i.e. snow days. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 24 hours notice.

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Grades 8-12: Through the Eyes of Others: African Americans and Identity in American Art

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New York State Historical Association and The Farmers' Museum
Sarah Loveland

s.loveland@nysha.org

5798 State HWY 80

Cooperstown, NY 13326

United States

Phone: (607) 547-1414

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

In a videoconference program with educators at New York State Historical Association, students will explore African American history at Fenimore Art Museum in Cooperstown, NY. They will view artworks made both by and about African Americans from the early 19th century to today, to see how representations of the culture have changed. Artworks by Norman Rockwell, Faith Ringgold, and Currier and Ives are included. Students will also participate by reading texts that are important to African American history, including memoirs and constitutional amendments.
Students will be welcomed by a museum educator. He/she will introduce Fenimore Art Museum through photographs. The museum teacher will show various artworks produced during the past 200 years which depict how African Americans were represented by both those who were sympathetic as well as against their causes. Many of the artworks will be matched with related writings that students will be asked to read during the program. For example, while looking at Norman Rockwell’s painting, “The Problem We All Live With,” a student will be asked to read a portion of the memoir of Ruby Bridges, the child depicted in the painting. A closing question/answer session will end the program.

45 minutes

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
By Request/On Demand Cost: $100.00

Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge

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.

Schools should have video conferencing equipment to view and speak with the host.In most cases we try to connect to your location for best reliability.
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Grades K-2: Faces of the North

Program Flyer: Faces of the North
CILC
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New York State Historical Association and The Farmers' Museum
Sarah Loveland
s.loveland@nysha.org
5798 State HWY 80
Cooperstown, NY 13326
United States
Phone: (607) 547-1414

In a videoconference program with educators at New York State Historical Association, students will explore Native American art at Fenimore Art Museum in Cooperstown, NY. They will learn about the environment, animals, and Native Americans of Alaska and the arctic, understand native customs and traditions and how they are connected to the natural environment, and learn how humans use natural resources that are around them.

Students will be welcomed by a museum educator. He/she will introduce Fenimore Art Museum through photographson the document camera. The museum teacher will read the students a story about the Yup’ik Indians of Alaska to the students, showing them actual pictures of the animals represented in the book along the way, projected on a large screen in the auditorium. They will then look at our Yup’ik masks from the Thaw Collection of American Indian Art. Students will be asked to look at and identify natural materials such as feather, fur, and wood, and also to look for shapes that represent objects found in nature. Students will then make masks using materials sent to the classroom before the lesson, as well as materials supplied by the school, using what they have learned during the program.

45 minutes

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
By Request/On Demand Cost: $100.00

Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge

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.

Schools should have video conferencing equipment to view and speak with the host.In most cases we try to connect to your location for best reliability.
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Grades 5-12: From Here to There Infection and Microbes

CILC

Program Flyer: From Here to There Infection and Microbes
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Liberty Science Center
Wendalina Garcia
wgarcia@lsc.org
Liberty Science Center
222 Jeresy City Boulevard
Jersey City, NJ 07305
United States
Phone: (201) 451-0006 ext. 1382
Fax: (201) 434-6100

Infection Connection exhibition educates and empowers individuals to think globally while acting locally on health issues. Exhibits in the gallery present the science, technology and social challenges that shape the fight against global infectious diseases from an individual as well as a global perspective.

1. We will begin by asking students questions about they program

2. We will then look at some amazing microbes

3. Discuss transmission

4. Engage students in an activity to emphasize the importance of keeping a healthy body

5. Test various antimicrobial agents against bacteria.

45 minutes

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
By Request/On Demand Cost: $190.00

Please Call 48 hours ahead to cancel any programs.

ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 128 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 384 KIP
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Grades K-12: Raptors of the Columbia River Gorge

CILC
Raptors of the Columbia River Gorge
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Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Museum
Steve Thompson

steve@gorgediscovery.org

5000 Discovery Drive

The Dalles, OR 97058

United States

Phone: (541) 296-8600 ext. 209

Fax: (541) 298-8660

Student will be introduced to raptors. Student will learn the different types of raptors and how they live in the environment. Students will learn why raptors are important to the environment. Several “live” birds will make an appearance. The birds may include owls, hawks, and falcons.
1. Students will be asked what a raptor is.2. Presentation on different types of raptors.3. Presentation on the characteristics of raptors.4. Students will be asked why raptors are important to the environment.5. Students will be instructed on what to do if they find a wounded birds or animal.6. Several “live” raptors will be shown and discussed.7. Students will be able to ask questions.

60 minutes

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
Interactive Cost: $100.00
Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
During our busy season (April, May, and June) our fee for this program is $125.
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.
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Grades K-12: Distance Learning at The Cleveland Museum of Art

Cleveland Museum of Art
Arts/Cultural/Museum
Dale Hilton
DLBooking@clevelandart.org
11150 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
United States
Phone: (216) 707-2491
Fax: (216) 421-9277
http://www.clevelandart.org/educef/distance/index.aspx

Distance Learning at The Cleveland Museum of Art allows classes to connect with the CMA and enrich their studies of history, language arts, science, math and the visual arts through our collection of art and artifacts from around the world. Through live, interactive videoconferencing, students participate in conversations with museum educators that are two-way and fully interactive. Programs are designed for grades K-12 and are aligned with ODE academic standards.

Schools will dial into the CMA Distance Learning studios.ISDN calls must be bridged.
By Request/On Demand

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Grades K-5: November Themed Videoconference Lessons

Please see below for "November themed video conference lessons" from the Muskingum Valley ESC. All student connections are $75.00, and available upon request.

Coming to America: The Colonization of Jamestown and Plymouth (available upon request)
Use as a supplement to your Thanksgiving themed lessons!This program explores the first English settlements in America: Jamestown and Plymouth. By viewing this program students will discover who the colonists were, from where they came, how they crossed the ocean, and the things they did to create settlements in the American wilderness. Grades 3-5

Living in a New Land: The Pilgrims Meet the Wampanoag Tribe (availableupon request)
PERFECT addition to any Thanksgiving activity!This program looks at why the Pilgrims chose to come to the new world, and the settlement they made in the American wilderness. Students will use various reasoning skills to determine the challenges that they faced, the tribes they met, and the hardships they endured. Students will compare and contrast cultures for a better understanding of the life and times during the 1600's. Grades K-2

How Geography Influenced the Native Americans (available upon request)
Students will locate Native American communities that lived in Ohio and compare their life styles to the Native Americans located in other areas of the United States. They will learn about the homes and how the land and environment influenced their living styles.Grades 2-3

Laura Ingalls Wilder: Pioneer Days (available upon request) Students will examine the past through the experiences of a young girl named Laura Ingalls Wilder. The lesson begins by listening to part of a story titled: Pioneer Girl: The Story of Laura Ingalls Wilder written by William Anderson. Various story terms and topics will be discussed to further student understanding of the times on the rugged frontier. Students will predict, compare and contrast various story elements. This lesson concludes with a discussion and hands on activity on the purpose of quilts. Grades 2-3

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

www.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/

Grades 7-12: Study Smarter with Your iPod & iTunes

November 19
Study Smarter with Your iPod & iTunes

Offered twice, 10:00 - 10:50 and 1:00 - 1:50 Subject area: Technology Integration and Study Skills Grade level: 7-12


Review class content anytime, anywhere by putting it on your iPod! Learn how to create and manage class notes on this useful handheld device. Students will also learn about accessory recorders for the iPod, making mobile recording practical and easy. Features discussed are not compatible with the iPod Shuffle.



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.

5. Want to place a test call to SOITA? Dial 216.48.137.41.

Grades 4-12: Suffrage and Courage: A Woman's Quest for Equality

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The Ward Melville Heritage Organization 2007-08
Deborah Boudreau

educationmanager@wmho.org

111 Main Street

Stony Brook, NY 11790

United States

Phone: (631) 751-2244

Fax: (631) 751-2024

Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, Public Library: Library Patrons
International, Language Arts/English, Performing Arts, Sciences, Social Studies/History, Technology/Information Science

Performance. lively debate of historical and social points will provide students with an understanding of these historic events and an appreciation on of the complexity such topics had for early 20th century Americans.These interactive live performances will afford students the opportunity to meet the performers through real-time video conferencing and interact with historical charactersEach program meets National Learning Standards, in addition to being BOCES Arts-In-Education reimbursable. We assure participation in our educational programs will heighten the learning experience and be a welcomed addition to your classroom curriculum. Please feel free to contact Deborah Boudreau at for further information and to book your reservation for this program or for any other educational programs, at (631) 751-2244 . Also, please feel free to visit our website www.wmho.org for further information.

45-60 minutes

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

By Request/On Demand Cost: $150.00
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Grades K-12: Puerto Rico! The Island of Enchantment (English or Spanish)

Program Flyer: Puerto Rico! The Island of Enchantment (English or Spanish)
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http://www.cilc.org/program_provider_detail.aspx?id=227

Contact Information
Audra May

amay@sckesc.org

13939 Diagonal Road

Clearwater, KS 67026

United States

Phone: (620) 584-3300 ext. 135

Fax: (620) 584-3307

Target Audience

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

Program Description
Students will learn basic words in the Spanish language, greetings and "refranes". Several Puerto Rico traditions will be covered: El Dia de Reyes, festivals celebrated in the island, and native dances such as la bomba and la plena. The tiney tree frog, "El Coqui", that has become a symbol that identifies the people from the island and the Puerto Rican Flag will be covered. Many famous landmarks and buildings will be introduced.

Objectives
Students will experience the following:- Spanish language- Spanish greeting and refranes- Puerto Rico traditions, dances, festivals- Puerto Rico places of interest

Program Length

K-5 programs are 30 minutes in length. 6-12 programs are 30-45 minutes in length.

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

This program is by request with a minimum of 2 week notice. Available times are 8:30am, 9:30am, and 2:00pm, and 2:30 CST.

Interactive Cost: $125.00Point to Point Cost: $125.00By Request/On Demand Cost: $125.00
Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge

Please send a PO to: The Service Center at Clearwater13939 Diagonal RoadClearwater, KS 67026PO must be received prior to connection date. (If cancellation occurs due to weather, etc..., site will not be penalized to reschedule.)
Cancellation Policy

We will not charge for programs canceled due to nature i.e. snow days. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice.
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Grades 4-7: Weather Watch

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COSI Columbus
electroniceducation@mail.cosi.org

333 West Broad Street

Columbus, OH 43215

United States

Phone: (614) 228-2674 ext. 0

Fax: (614) 228-6363

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

Problem Solving, Sciences, Technology/Information Science/Mathematics

Work with COSI’s Storm Spotter to learn how changes in air pressure and temperature can affect the weather. Students will take and use readings from barometers and thermometers to help them predict basic weather patterns. They will also explore air pressure using everyday objects and understand why changes in weather often occur around cold and warm fronts. All materials for pre- and post-visit activities are included in the kit.
- Introduction from COSI’s Storm Spotter- Each group presents their predicted forecast on what type of weather they think the Storm Spotter had on last year’s vacation - Investigation and experimentation on the affects of high and low pressure using the syringe and marshmallow- Cloud in the bottle demonstration- Hands-on experiments on the different properties of warm and cold air using density activity sheet, beans, plastic ball, metal ball and 9oz cup- Demonstration using split demo tank to demonstrate how warm and cold water interact- Conclusions are drawn as to what type of weather the Storm Spotter had on vacation last year- Final demonstration on air pressure using air pressure cylinder.- Final questions and thanks
- Explore how changes in air pressure and temperature can affect the weather.- Use readings from barometers and thermometers to help them predict basic weather patterns.- Explore air pressure using everyday objects and understand why changes in weather often occur around cold and warm fronts.
Students in 5th grade should know that:- When liquid water evaporates, it turns into water vapor in the air and can reappear as a liquid when cooled, or as a solid if cooled below the freezing point of water.- Water moves in the air from one place to another in the form of clouds or fog, which are tiny droplets of water or ice, and falls to the Earth as rain, hail, sleet or snow.- Uneven heating of the Earth causes air movements (convection currents).- Causes and effects of severe weather.- How to use weather maps and weather forecasts to predict local weather, and that prediction depends on many changing variables.- The Earth’s atmosphere exerts a pressure that decreases with distance above the Earth’s surface, and is the same in all directions.Students in 5th grade should be able to:- Identify a single independent variable in a scientific investigation and explain what will be learned by collecting data on this variable.- Record data using appropriate graphic representation (including charts, graphs, and labeled diagrams), and make inferences based on those data.- Draw conclusions based on scientific evidence and indicate whether further information is needed to support a specific conclusion.Students in 6th grade should know that:- Convection currents distribute heat in the atmosphere and oceans.- Differences in pressure, heat, air movement, and humidity result in changes of weather.Students in 6th grade should be able to:- Develop a hypothesis.- Construct appropriate graphs from data and develop qualitative statements about the relationships between variables.Students in 7th grade should be able to:- Communicate the steps and results from an investigation in written reports and verbal presentations.

60 minutes

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

Interactive Cost: $220.00Point to Point Cost: $220.00By Request/On Demand Cost: $220.00
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If you have multiple classes and would like to schedule a multipoint program, please call us at 614-228-2674. Discount for multipoint programs is $190 + Line charges per class. Additional kits can be purchased for $65.
We ask that anyone making a reservation please check school calendars for holidays, professional development days and testing dates. We also ask that the person making the reservation please coordinate with teachers, technical coordinators, bridges and other interested parties prior to submitting the request. COSI will retain a $25 processing fee for ALL reservations and test connections: the processing fee and test connection are included in the price of the program. If you need to cancel a reservation, you must reschedule your program two weeks prior to the show. COSI will reschedule your program or test connection one time before an additional $25 rescheduling fee is added to the price. Please see our web site for further information on reservation and cancellation policy - http://www.cosi.org/educators/education-programs/electronic-education/reservation-policies/

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Grades 6-12: The Human RACE: One Species, Many Opinions

The Human RACE: One Species, Many Opinions
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Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Lee Gambol

lgambol@cmnh.org

1 Wade Oval Drive

Cleveland, OH 44106

United States

Phone: (216) 231-4600 ext. 3202

Fax: (216) 231-9960

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

Sciences, Social Studies/History

Character Education, Sciences, Social Studies/History

The RACE exhibit looks at humans through the eyes of history, science, and lived experience. Students will be asked to participate in activities and discuss ideas that may challenge how they think about race, human variation, and the values that cultures place upon these variations. Alan Goodman, a biological anthropologist who worked on the RACE exhibit, gives this quote: “All skin colors, whether light or dark, are not due to race but to adaptation for life under the sun.” It is this biological view of the human race that we emphasize during this discussion.

1. We begin with a basic definition of anthropology.2. Students are asked to participate in a series of 'segregation exercises' to illustrate the concepts of categorization and the assigning of values to specific human variations.3. Students view a brief video created by a teen filmmaker that explores the messages that American society gives to African-American teens about their value and worth to society.4. Students will look at current genetic research focusing on the similarity of all human races.5. Time is allowed for discussion and questions.

Participants will:Relate how science cannot support the reality of race as a valid biological concept. Describe the scientific basis for the statement: “We are all Africans” Describe the scientific reasons for differences in skin color. Relate how the social concept of “race” has historically affected African-Americans and other groups. Relate how the social concept of “race” continues to affect our treatment of others.

40-50 minutes

This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

Interactive Cost: $120.00Point to Point Cost: $120.00By Request/On Demand Cost: $120.00
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$120 per programSpecial Offers — Bundle up and save!$10 off per program when 5 or more programs are scheduled.*NOTE* Schools in Lorain County, Ohio can receive this program free of charge thanks to a grant from the Nordson Corporation Foundation.

Cancellations must be made at least seven days before the scheduled appointment. Failure to cancel in advance will result in being charged the price of the program. There is no charge if your program is cancelled due to weather or unforeseen technical problems.

We suggest doing a test connection within one week of your scheduled program, especially for first time clients.
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