Grades 4-8: Program Flyer: Scientists in Action - People of the Southwest (FREE)

Content Provider		Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Contact Information		Gianna Sullivan Gianna.Sullivan@DMNS.org 2001 Colorado Blvd. Box #2 Denver, CO 80205 United States Phone: (303) 370-6097 Fax: (303) 370-6006
Program Type		Individual Program
Program Rating		This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience		Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Maximum Number of Participants		Max 250
Minimum Number of Participants		There is no Minimum, but for optimum interactivity, we suggest no less than 20 students
Primary Disciplines		Career Education, Literacy, Sciences, Social Studies/History
Program Description		This 45-minute live broadcast connects Museum scientists directly with students via satellite link up for a two way interactive experience. Immerse students into the world of scientists if only for a short while. Scientists share new discoveries, demonstrate field research techniques and answer questions to give students a window into science careers. This multiple experience program provides a 20 minute video in advance of the broadcast date to familiarize students with the science and the scientists they will interact with.
Program Format		45 minute session Scientist gives an introduction of themselves and their unique location (10 minutes). Scientist Q&A with students and uses their unique location (field, lab, collections) to help make information relevant to students (35 minutes).
Objectives		Connect students directly with scientists and active research. Empower students to envision themselves as scientists, find science relevant to their lives, and practice thinking critically about the nature of Science (NOS). Give students a window into science careers. Dispel inaccurate stereotypes and address misconceptions surrounding scientists and science careers.
Program Length		45 minutes
Dates/Times		Program Date Program Time Network Time Registration Deadline All times below are displayed in Mountain Daylight Time, as specified by the Content Provider. To view times in your time zone, login or create a profile. 10/12/2011 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM 09/27/2011 10/12/2011 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM 9:45 AM - 11:00 AM 09/27/2011 10/12/2011 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM 09/27/2011 Session Full 10/12/2011 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM 12:45 PM - 2:00 PM 09/27/2011 10/13/2011 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM 09/27/2011 10/13/2011 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM 9:45 AM - 11:00 AM 09/27/2011 10/13/2011 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM 09/27/2011 10/13/2011 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM 12:45 PM - 2:00 PM 09/27/2011
Date/Time Notes		This is a special guest will only be offered on the listed date. This special event will connect up to 5 schools per session time.
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees		Interactive Cost: $0.00 Interactive Cost with Premium Service: $0.00 What's this?
Program Fee Notes		Limited 100% scholarship funds available on a first come first serve basis. (restrictions may apply) Regular cost = $140/session PLEASE HAVE DMNS.ORG ADDED TO YOUR SAFE SENDER LIST. Please also include in the notes section of the request.... *school's Federal Free & Reduced Lunch % *county *school district the school is in *Teacher's name and email address We need this information in order to book your request in our database.
Cancellation Policy		Cancellations with less than two weeks’ notice will be charged a $50 fee, except in the case of severe weather.
Is recording allowed?		No
The Provider broadcasts over		IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider		Must have IP based Video Conference equipment. Must test connection minimum 2 weeks prior.

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