Grades 9-12: Zimbabwe’s ‘Basket Case’ Economy: Can Prime Minister Tsvangirai Fix It?

Zimbabwe’s ‘Basket Case’ Economy: Can Prime Minister Tsvangirai Fix It?
TUES, MARCH 17, 2009
9:00-10:00 AM EST
$150
In recent weeks, the country of Zimbabwe has been grabbing the headlines yet again. An historic power-sharing deal has been implemented between the current President, Robert Mugabe and Prime Minister, Morgan Tsvangirai, leader of the opposition party. In this follow-up session to our Fall 2008 Global Election Watch series, we will again be joined by the National Director of the Zimbabwe Election Support Network (from Zimbabwe), Rindai Chipfunde-Vava, to discuss the implications of the newly brokered power share and what that means for the future of democracy in Zimbabwe, as well as its beleaguered economy – one of the worst in the world, with an hourly-changing inflation rate of an unfathomable 231,000,000%.

To sign up, please contact Grace Lau at Grace@gng.org, or 212.529.0377.

Grades 9-12: Midst of the Global Economic Crisis: A Bangladeshi Perspective

Youth Entrepreneurship in the Midst of the Global Economic Crisis: A Bangladeshi Perspective
WED, MARCH 4, 2009
1:00-2:00 PM EST

$150

As the global economic crisis unfolds in our own backyard, students will explore its dire effects in developing nations, focusing on Bangladesh as a point of reference. 44% of the population of this South Asian nation lives in abject poverty - living on less than $1/day. The two most significant exports are garment and microfinance, with the garment industry making up 70% of its exports. How will this crisis affect the Bangladeshi community, especially since it borders India, an emerging global superpower? How will it effect the youth? How can the local youth get involved to uplift the Bangladeshi economy? In this special PULSE session, students will come together to discuss these issues with our special guest, Pial Islam. Pial Islam is currently launching a strategy consulting firm to create public-private partnerships in Bangladesh and has an extensive background in management consulting.

To sign up, please contact Grace Lau at Grace@gng.org, or 212.529.0377.

Grades 5-12: PRELUDE TO THE HOLOCAUST

THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2009 - “PRELUDE TO THE HOLOCAUST”
in the Witnesses And Voices of the Holocaust series
REGISTER: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm

“Prelude to the Holocaust” is a video conference that describes how Hitler's Nazi Party acted against the Jews, first by stirring up anti-Semitism, then by actively persecuting them, and eventually moving to the mass murder of millions of Jews and others in Hitler's "Final Solution."
Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)
Targeted Audience: students in grades 5-12
Format: 45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation, and then 15-20 minute Q & A
Cost: $75 per site
Questions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Grades 5-12: Windows on the World : SWITZERLAND

WEDNESDAY, March 4, 2009- “Windows on the World : SWITZERLAND”
in the Windows on the World series
REGISTER: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/registration.htm

There's more to Switzerland than the Alps, cheese, banks and chocolate! There are small villages nestled in rugged mountains, green pastures surrounding crystal lakes, and legendary art and architecture.
Come join this videoconference as we take a “virtual tour” of Switzerland and explore this land of contrasts. You can sit under palms growing on the lake shores in the warm and sunny southern canton of Ticino and look at mountain peaks covered by eternal snow and ice. Canyons with wild waters and steep rocks are just one hour away from modern cities. Swiss "modern cities" have a fairly-well preserved medieval (if not Roman) nucleus with cathedrals worth visiting and beautiful old houses.
Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)
Targeted Audience: students in grades 5-12
Format: 45-minutes formatted into 30-minute presentation, and then 15-20 minute Q & A
Cost: $75 per site
Questions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu

Grades 9-12: Interviews with our World War II and Vietnam Veterans

We invite you to participate in upcoming interviews with our World War II and Vietnam Veterans.

Cost: $50

Lest We Forget: High School
The Lest We Forget format targets high school classes. You’ll receive a copy of a historicalDVD with interviews. To prepare, generate 5-10 questions to ask our veterans. Three classesconnect at a time and we rotate between questions and pictures/visuals the veterans have to show.

World War II: March 25, 2009 1:00-2:00 pm EST
Vietnam: May 14, 2009, 10:45-11:45 pm EST and 1:00-2:00 pm
Registration: http://www.remc11.k12.mi.us/dl/veterans/index.htm
ASK Format
The other sessions follow the ASK format. Students read the book, journal, write good questions, and the interview our veterans. We have two topics:ASK: The Forgotten 500 (240 pages) for High School

May 12; 1:00-2:00 pm EST
May 13; 1:00-2:00 pm EST
Background: In 2007 there was a book written by Gregory Freeman "The Forgotten 500." It features the 515 American airmen who were shot down over Yugoslavia while trying to bomb Hitlers oilfields in Polesti, Rumania Many of the airmen were captured by the Germans and subjected to harsh treatment but over 500 were sheltered by the Chetniks which was a resistance movement against the Nazis led by General Mihalavich. There were two resistance groups in Yugoslavia, one was led by Gen Tito and the other by Mihalavich. Neither one liked the other and unfortunately America sided with Tito. Mihalavich sheltered our troops for several months before the US could mount Operation Halyard to rescue them. The airmen had to build an airstrip in the mountains close to the Germans and then it took two months to get them flown out, right under the German's noses. These airmen were flown back to their airbases in Italy and have never had a reunion. When the war was over, Tito convened a court martial and quickly executed Gen Mihalavich, despite protestations from the "Forgotten 500”. In 2005 Clare Musgrove who lives in St Joseph and was one of the rescued airmen, and four others went to Yugoslavia to present the Legion of Merit signed by President Truman and never delivered to Gen Mihalavich's daughter. Clare and his fellow travelers were forbidden by the US and Yugoslavia governments to talk about the trip. However, Freeman found out about the presentation and wrote the book. In the book which is about 270 pages (easy read) Clare Musgrove is featured on 67 pages. Clare has been very instrumental in helping to arrange this reunion and we're in the process of trying to contact the living airmen, all of whom are in their mid or late 80's or more. The plan is to have the students read 'The Forgotten 500" during the month of April and then May 12 and 13 at 1 pm EST we'll have a videoconference with Clare Musgrove.

Registration: http://www.remc11.k12.mi.us/dl/veterans/index.htm
ASK: The Wall (picture book) for Middle School
May 19; 9:30-10:30, 10:45-11:45, 12:30-1:30, 1:45-2:45 all EST

This simple picture book will introduce your students to the Vietnam Memorial and will help you teach them about Memorial Day and Vietnam. Registration: http://www.remc11.k12.mi.us/dl/ASK.htmHope you can join us! Let me know if you have any questions.

Janine Lim
janine.lim@berrienresa.org
Instructional Technology Consultant
Ph: (269) 471-7725 x1101
Berrien RESA
Fax: (269) 471-1221
711 St. Joseph Ave.
Web: http://www.remc11.k12.mi.us/dl
Berrien Springs, MI 49103
Blog: http://bcisdvcs.wordpress.com/
TWICE Board MemberASK Coordinator 2006-2009
http://www.twice.cc/
RAP Verification Coordinator
http://www.twice.cc/read/
TWICE Collaborations Around the Planet
http://projects.twice.cc/

Grades 4-7: La Belle - The French Shipwreck

The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum

La Belle: February-April

Experience the Story of Texas right in your classroom!
Explore history in exciting new ways through live, interactive, two-way video conferencing. Led by Dr. Source, Primary Investigator, our distance learning programs transform students into history detectives who conduct historical investigations using the richness of Texas history. These immersive, educational experiences are designed with pre- and post- viewing activities for students, a variety of teacher resources, and clear connections to the TEKS and National Standards.

The French Shipwreck La Belle

Grades 4-7 La Salle's last expedition included the small frigate La Belle. It sank in 1684 and was recovered from Matagorda Bay, Texas in 1996. Through the skillful observations of Dr. Source, Primary Investigator, students will explore recovered artifacts, discovered skeletal remains, and learn about La Salle's exploration of the Mississippi River and 17th Century French exploration in Texas.
Cost: $80


How do I register?
Visit http://www.connect2texas.net/ for specific programs times and to register for all programs.

Questions?
Contact Amalia Runnels at Amalia.Runnels@TheStoryofTexas.com
or (512) 936-4682.

Amalia Runnels
Education Program Developer, Distance Learning
The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
P.O. Box 12874
Austin, TX 78711
512.936.4682

FREE: Believe to Achieve Forum, “Role Models for Success”

Believe to Achieve Forum, “Role Models for Success”

Featuring: Successful Area Women from a Variety of Careers Funded by the Westfield Insurance and presented by Project Love, which is a character-building education and leadership training organization; ‘Role Models for Success’ will feature a panel of highly successful women sharing stories and strategies to inspire and help young women learn how to overcome obstacles, choose careers and succeed. The panel includes three women working in non-traditional careers for women, a professional and an entrepreneur. Some of the panelists will speak about how they have managed to overcome serious life challenges including parents living with addiction, teen motherhood and domestic abuse. Panelists will also share their insights about choosing a college, study strategies for success and how they’ve negotiated major job and career changes.

Moderator: Cheryl Goggans - former CEO of Girl Scouts-Lake Erie Council.

Panelists:
Jennifer Coleman, Architect, Designer & Entrepreneur, Founder & CEO of City Prowl
Tamika Bell, Construction Equipment Operator with Local 18
Keshia Johnson, Strategic Business Plan Manager & Engineer, Cleveland Div. of Water
Margie Chambers, Tool & Dye Maker, General Motors
Kai LaShawn, Motivational Speaker, Workshop Facilitator & Actress

Date: Friday, March 13, 2009
Time: 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Audience: High School and Middle School

Schools interested in participating in this FREE educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by March 9th. Please include your IP number and technical contact information.

Grades 6-12: WITNESSES AND VOICES OF THE HOLOCAUST

WITNESSES AND VOICES OF THE HOLOCAUST videoconference series
from Vanderbilt Virtual School

All videoconferences are available at 9 AM and 10 AM CENTRAL TIME,
and these fill up quickly! Lesson plans and descriptions are posted on the website
for each videoconference.

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

· Time: 9:00 and 10:00 AM (CENTRAL time zone)
· Targeted Audience: for students in grades 5-12
· Format: 45-minutes:format is 30-minute presentation and 15-20 minute
Questions & Answers
· Cost: $75 per site
· Questions: Chandra Allison, at (615) 322-6511 or email chandra.allison@vanderbilt.edu


In light of increasing intolerance and anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism, both nationally and internationally, it is urgent that your students hear the messages from the WITNESSES
AND VOICES OF THE HOLOCAUST videoconference series. These videoconferences will
teach us about tolerance, understanding and making a difference while helping all of us to understand the dangers of hate and extremism.


Eleven million people were killed in the Nazi Holocaust including 6 million Jews, and some of these presenters are survivors who live on and tell their stories. Old photographs shared by these Holocaust survivors suggest distant memories that bring the reality of the Holocaust into sharp focus. Subtle yet powerful, historical and personal, these videoconferences will employ emotional and powerful words and images strung together to weave stories of triumph over adversity.

These EIGHT presenters will challenge students NOT to forget the lessons from the Holocaust. The stated goal is never to forget, but the question remains of how to remember the Holocaust for students who may have little or no knowledge of World War II.

"Witnesses and Voices of the Holocaust" offers firsthand accounts from survivors of all kinds. . . . those who lived through the war in hiding, in ghettos, in camps, by escaping, or in active resistance to Nazi rule. This videoconference shows how many Holocaust survivors found their way through unimaginable hardship and suffering to find new lives of purpose and dignity.

Come share their stories of triumph over adversity. These videoconferences will celebrate the courage of the survivors and spotlight the Holocaust as the pre-eminent modern example of the fruits of hatred, intolerance, ignorance and mass manipulation. "WITNESSES AND VOICES of the HOLOCAUST" will have a lasting impact on everyone who participates.
"WITNESSES AND VOICES of the HOLOCAUST" videoconference series:

1) Thursday, March 5 - "Prelude to the Holocaust: A Historical Overview"
presenter: Paul Fleming


2) Thursday, March 19 - "Heroism and Resistance to the Holocaust"
presenter: Tom Wood


3) Thursday, March 26 - "Journey to America: Haven Project"
presenter: Eva Rosenfeld


4) Thursday, April 2 - "Life and Death in Siberian Forced Labor Camps"
presenter: Esther Loeb


5) Thursday, April 16 - "In My Hiding Place: Stories of a Hidden Child Survivor in France"
presenter: Frances Cutler


6) Thursday, April 23 - "Liberator of Dachau Concentration Camp"
presenter: Jimmy Gentry


7) Thursday, April 30 - "Sanctuary via Kindertransport"
presenter: Eric Rosenfeld


8) Tuesday, May 5 - "Life Reborn: Rebuilding Jewish Lives After the Holocaust"
presenter: Felicia Anchor

Grades 9-12: Building the Glasgow Bridge - Design Process

**FREE Program**

Program Flyer: Building the Glasgow Bridge--Design Process: Looking at the Math
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RoundTrips
Tim Gore

roundtrips@clayton.k12.mo.us

School District of Clayton#2

Mark Twain Circle

Clayton, MO 63105

United States

Phone: (314) 773-6934

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

It’s a pretty typical day in the office when the boss drops in and says, “Hey, the Missouri Department of Transportation has just informed us they’ve got a bridge over the Missouri River that needs replacing. We’d like to get that job. I’ve got the specs here on the location. Put your team together and come up with some preliminary design options we can send them for consideration.” What do you do next? Where do you begin? How do engineers create design plans for a new bridge? What factors impact their choices most? What do they need to know about math, physics, and materials? Go to the source. Interact with engineers to find out how they look at conflicting conditions, scientific principles, and crunching the numbers.What is it like to apply the principles of engineering to the real world of designing a specific bridge? Join us for this program, the fourth of our ten part series developed with the Missouri Department of Transportation as it builds a new bridge across the Missouri River at Glasgow, Missouri, to learn the mathematics of bridge design.

60 minutes

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3/6/2009
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

3/6/2009
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

This series of programs is offered by the Missouri Research and Education Network (MOREnet) and the Missouri Department of Transportation (MODOT). Each event is only offered once, but is archived at: http://www.more.net/services/videostreaming/archived-events.html.You may choose to join live one or any combination of programs in the series.

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Grades 7-12: Disruptive Tech: What’s new and How it Will Change Everything

**FREE to NORT2H Members**

Program: David Pogue
Topic: "Disruptive Tech: What’s new and How it Will Change Everything”
Date: Monday, March 9, 2009
Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m.

Personal-technology columnist for The New York Times
Emmy-award winning technology correspondent for CBS News
Wrote or co-wrote seven books in the "For Dummies" series, including Opera for Dummies and Apple for Dummies
Writes a series of computer books called the Missing Manuals series
Has conducted and arranged Broadway musicals
Member of the International Brotherhood of Magicians
Visit EarthEcho.org
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 March 4th.

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.