Grades 9-12: Science in the Cinema: Superbug (Free)

SCIENCE IN THE CINEMA: SUPERBUG
Date: February 20, 2008
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET
Cost: Free
Target Grade Levels: 9-12
Requirements for Participation: There are 4 spots available in this videoconference program for interested sites connected to the Internet2 network. Interested sites must have H.323 Videoconferencing Capabilities. Sites MUST be able to attend a mandatory multisite videoconference test on February 8, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. ET.
Description:
Join Dr. George T. DiFerdinando, Jr., MD, MPH, Adjunct Professor of Epidemiology for the The New Jersey Center for Public Health Preparedness 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 on the website) and should prepare questions ahead of time for Dr. DiFerdinando.

MAGPI is very pleased to help promote "Science and the Cinema," a project in development with Garden State Distance Learning Consortium, NJEDge, Verizon, MAGPI, New Jersey Association for Biomedical Research, and UMDNJ.

More information/Registration: http://www.magpi.net/programs/sciencecinema.html

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

Grades 9-12: Science in the Cinema: Pandemic (Free!)

SCIENCE IN THE CINEMA: PANDEMIC
Date: February 6, 2008
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET
Cost: Free
Requirements for Participation: There are 4 spots available in this videoconference program for interested sites connected to the Internet2 network. Interested sites must have H.323 Videoconferencing Capabilities. Sites MUST be able to attend a mandatory multisite videoconference test on Friday, January 25, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. ET.
Description:
Join Dr. George T. DiFerdinando, Jr., MD, MPH, Adjunct Professor of Epidemiology for the The New Jersey Center for Public Health Preparedness at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ- School of 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 on the website) and should prepare questions ahead of time for Dr. DiFerdinando.

MAGPI is very pleased to help promote "Science and the Cinema," a project in development with Garden State Distance Learning Consortium, NJEDge, Verizon, MAGPI, New Jersey Association for Biomedical Research, and UMDNJ.

More information/Registration: http://www.magpi.net/programs/sciencecinema.html

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

Middle School: MysteryQuest World Geography in Feb. & March

I have dates available now for MysteryQuest World Geography, a project designed for middle school geography students.

This project is designed for middle school students studying world geography. Through video conference technology students are able to meet other students while learning about cities and countries in the world.

Prior to the video conference each classroom will create a presentation wit= h clues about their ONE mystery country and city. The other classrooms, using maps, the Internet, textbooks, and other resources, will try to discover th= e mystery location presented by each participating classrooms.

All the details on the project, flyers and handouts for your teachers, openings, and online registration form are here:
http://www.remc11.k12.mi.us/dl/MysteryQuest/

Spots disappear quickly, so sign up online right away!

Janine Lim
Instructional Technology Consultant
jlim@remc11.k12.mi.us
Ph: (269) 471-7725x101
Fax: (269) 471-1221
Berrien County ISD
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
Web: http://www.remc11.k12.mi.us/dl
Blog: http://bcisdvcs.wordpress.com/

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ASK Coordinator 2007-2008 http://www.twice.cc/
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Grade 3-6: Polycom Special Event Partnerships: Sue Stauffacher, Nothing But Trouble

Polycom is offering a Special Event with author Sue Stauffacher and her book Nothing But Trouble, the story of Althea Gibson. There are 3 slots open in the 12:00 EST session and 1 slot in the 1:30 EST session.

Go to the web site below, scroll down to Special Events and click there to register.
http://www.polycom.com/usa/en/solutions/industry_solutions/education/programs_resources/programs_resources.html

March 12, 12:00-1:00 EST (Group 1)
March 12, 1:30-2:30 EST (Group 2)

ASK (“Authors Specialist and Knowledge”) is an organized process that provides students with the opportunity to interview an author or a subject specialist in the topic they are reading about in a novel. The program uses excellent literature, journal writing and interviewing to promote reading for understanding.

Required Book: Nothing But Trouble

Register by completing the online form. Please make sure you can commit to the work necessary to prepare for this program before registering your class. Questions? Email sporter4@comcast.net.

ASK Information

• What is ASK?


• Step-by-Step Process for Teachers


• Making Your ASK Connection a Success


• To request a free 15 min. video about the ASK process, email Jim Wenzloff at jwenzloff@misd.net.


• Or view online. QuickTime 30M. QuickTime 50M. (If this doesn't play, right click and choose Save Target As..., save the file to your desktop and play it from there.)


• Books: You are responsible for acquiring copies of the book(s) for your students

Sue Porter
CAPspace Coordinator
RAP Coordinator
Polycom Special Events Coordinator
Email: sporter4@comcast.net
Email: sue@twice.cc
Phone: 616.874.6599