Grades 5-12: Beyond Anne Frank: Why Study the Holocaust?

THURSDAY, MARCH 3 - “Beyond Anne Frank: Why Study the Holocaust?” – presented by Danielle Kahane-Kaminsky, Executive Director of the Tennessee Holocaust Commission

Lesson Plan: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/programs/holocaust/beyondannefrank.htm

Target audience: students in grades 5 - 12

This lesson examines WHY we should continue to study the Holocaust and the progression of events leading to the Holocaust, in which over six million Jews and others were killed as a result of discrimination, hatred, and prejudice. The lesson will introduce students to the initial labeling and classification of Jews through the use of images on the Web. Students will gather additional information about the history and effects of the Holocaust on survivors through the use of videoconferences and questions to the survivors in upcoming videoconferences.

The Holocaust genocide was carried out systematically and intentionally under the ideology of exterminating Jewish people. Hitler did not come to power by a coup but was elected legally by citizens. Hitler used the hatred and prejudice against Jews which had grown throughout Europe. When the Nazis tried to expel Jews, very few countries would accept them. There were too few people who raised protests even though they knew the facts of the genocide taking place.

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

March 3, 9:00 or 10:00 a.m.

$75

Grades 4-12: Everything You Want to Know About Space Exploration

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2 – “Everything You Want To Know About Space Exploration, Q & A” - presented by Dr. Rick Chappell, former NASA astronaut and current Vanderbilt professor

Lesson Plan: http://www.vanderbilt.edu/virtualschool/programs/hot-topics/knowaboutspace.htm

To boldly go where no one has gone before. . . . .with the exploration of SPACE.

Students will be able to spend the entire session asking THEIR questions to Dr. Chappell about SPACE. The history of rockets and space exploration? important events relating to space exploration? manned and robotic spacecraft? the vast wealth of knowledge accumulated? . How has space exploration changed since the 1960s? What have we learned through space exploration? the future of space travel? What will we learn about outer space in the future? How will space exploration be different in 2010? In 2020?

Join us for this rare opportunity to ask your questions with former astronaut, Dr. Rick Chappell, about “Everything You Want To Know About Space Exploration.”

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

Wed. March 11

9:00 or 10:00

$75

Sailing the Inner Reaches of the Northwest Passage

Content Provider		The Mariners' Museum
Contact Information		Anne Marie Millar distancelearning@marinersmuseum.org 100 Museum Drive Newport News, VA 23606 United States Phone: (757) 591-7748
Program Type		Individual Program
Program Rating		This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience		Education: Retirement Communities, Public Library: Library Patrons, Museum Patrons
Maximum Number of Participants		no maximum
Minimum Number of Participants		no minimum
Primary Disciplines		Sciences, Social Studies/History
Program Description		Has climate change affected the Arctic Ice? Get a firsthand account as sailor and pilot Russell Roberts recounts his trip through the famed Northwest Passage on a 42-foot sailboat. Roberts will talk about the Arctic conditions, the people, the animals and the challenges of navigating a pleasure craft through one of the most notorious stretches of water on the planet.
Program Format		This is a lecture-style program with an opportunity to ask questions following the author's talk.
Objectives		The participant will hear the accounts of an adventure through the Northwest Passage and will come away with a better understanding of the impact global climate has on the arctic region.
Program Length		approximately one hour
Dates/Times		Program Date Program Time Network Time Registration Deadline All times below are displayed in Eastern Daylight Time, as specified in your profile. 3/16/2011 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM 6:45 PM - 8:45 PM 03/14/2011
Date/Time Notes		This special lecture is part of The Mariners' Museum's Maritime Lecture Series. Your group will be joining an audience assembled at The Mariners'.
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees		Interactive Cost: $100.00 Interactive Cost with Premium Service: $100.00 What's this? View Only Cost: $100.00 View Only Cost with Premium Service: $100.00 What's this? Point to Point Cost: $100.00 Point to Point Cost with Premium Service: $100.00 What's this?
Cancellation Policy		We do not charge for programs cancelled due to acts of nature. The full fee will be charged to sites that cancel with less than 24 hour notice.
Is recording allowed?		No
The Provider broadcasts over		IP

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Grades 3-12: Inside the Artist's Studio: The Little Dancer

Content Provider		HEC-TV 2007-08 Honorable Mention
Contact Information		Helen Headrick live@hectv.org 3655 Olive St St Louis, MO 63108 United States Phone: (314) 531-4455
Program Type		Individual Program
Program Rating		This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience		Education: Grade(s): 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Maximum Number of Participants		For optimum interactivity we recommend no more than two classes combined.
Minimum Number of Participants		There is no minimum number required for participation.
Primary Disciplines		Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Dance
Secondary Disciplines		Visual Arts
Program Description		Join us live from the theater at the Center of Creative Arts (COCA) in St. Louis for excerpts performed from Ballet Eclectica’s “The Little Dancer.” This original story ballet features an artist who would like to fulfill the dream of Degas’ model for The Little Dancer, aged fourteen. The actual model, Marie, was never able to reach her dream to become a famous ballerina and perform all over the world. The artist in our story gives Marie the chance to accomplish her goal by painting her as a dancer into other art masterpieces from America – letting her “dance within” these works of art. The ensemble dancers are arranged by the Painter into a single unified work of art- bringing together harmoniously the forms of dance, art, and music. When your students see the ballet dancers perform, it will be easy for them to respond to the ballet moves—the particular movements and contortions, the music, the art the dancers portray, and other elements of the show. Questions asking how a particular dance story was done are absolutely worth exploring, as are discussions about the relationship of one dance story to the next, or the music to the art, or so on. This is also a great opportunity to teach art appreciation with the works featured in this performance. Have your students experience the thrill of live dance performance in many styles including traditional ballet as well as modern and contemporary dance. Let them see American works of art come to life through dance. Ask questions of the dancers and choreographers. Find out what it’s like to be a student of dance. PLEASE NOTE: The morning program is targeted to students in grades 3-8 while the afternoon program is targeted to students in grades 6-12. The morning program is designed to give students an appreciation for dance and the artistic works displayed, to see the thrill of dance and the integration of the arts, to pique their curiosity about dance, and learn more about the satisfaction of reaching a goal through the hard work that goes into such a performance. The afternoon program will continue the above ideas and also give students an opportunity to explore the type of dance utilized in the program and the concept of choreography. We’ll also explore the concept of “story” to see how it is created through art, music and dance. About the Dance Company Ballet Eclectica is one of two companies that train and rehearse at COCA. Founded in August 2005, its mission is to augment the educational opportunities and expand training to include public performances for ballet students at COCA. More information about COCA and Ballet Eclectica can be found at http://www.cocastl.org/.
Program Format		As noted earlier, the morning program is targeted to students in grades 3-8 while the afternoon program is targeted to students in grades 6-12. The morning program is designed to give students an appreciation for dance and the artistic works displayed, to see the thrill of dance and the integration of the arts, to pique their curiosity about dance, and learn more about the satisfaction of reaching a goal through the hard work that goes into such a performance. The afternoon program will continue the above ideas and also give students an opportunity to explore the type of dance utilized in the program and the concept of choreography. We’ll also explore the concept of “story” to see how it is created through art, music and dance. The pace of the program, inclusion of student questions, and level of discussion will be targeted to the grade levels of each program. In both the morning and afternoon programs, the following elements will be included: 1. Welcome and Introduction—Welcome student groups, introduce guests and give background information on the story behind “The Little Dancer.” Students will be asked to their reaction to Degas’ statuette. If one or two of your students has a comment they wish to share in this section based on seeing the statue and discussing it as part of the pre-program activities, please send us their names via e-mail to live@hectv.org no later than Friday, March 11 so we can finalize the program agenda and ask for the ideas during the show itself. Have them sitting close to the microphone during the program to offer their ideas. 2. Dance, Discussion and Questions—The program will then proceed through both live performances of excerpts from “The Little Dancer” as well as excerpts taped from a performance at the theater in December. Those segments are: Waltz (taped excerpt) Magnolia Piece (live performance) Yellow and Green Squares (taped excerpt) The Tango (live performance) Stomp (live performance) Chihuly (taped excerpt) Students will have the opportunity to share their thoughts about what they saw in each performance and ask questions of the dancers and choreographers. If students have seen in advance images of the art work displayed during the dances, we encourage them to share how they envisioned a dance piece around that work being choreographed and comparing it to what they say the troupe perform. 3. Closing Segment--Including summary of topics discussed and final questions from students.
Objectives		1. The participant will explore the nature of dance and what it means to be a dancer and/or choreographer. 2. The participant will engage in a discussion about what it means to be an “ensemble” and how to best create a successful ensemble when performing in dance. 3. The participant will interact with students of dance and professional choreographers, see performances of dance, and engage in critical evaluation of the pieces and performances. 4. The participant will explore the concept of story and how a story is told through the integration of dance, art, and music. 5. The participant will gain an enhanced appreciation for dance and art.
National Standards to which this program aligns		National Dance Standards 1. Content Standard: Identifying and demonstrating movement elements and skills in performing dance 2. Content Standard: Understanding the choreographic principles, processes, and structures 3. Content Standard: Understanding dance as a way to create and communicate meaning 4. Content Standard: Applying and demonstrating critical and creative thinking skills in dance 7. Content Standard: Making connections between dance and other disciplines National Visual Arts Standards 4. Understanding visual arts in relation to history and culture 6. Making connections between visual arts and other disciplines
State/Regional Standards to which this program aligns		Featured State Standards (Missouri): Schools from across the country are invited to join in the program. Missouri state standards are provided for Missouri schools since partial funding for this program comes from Missouri organizations. Partial funding for this program comes from Missouri Arts Council. Communication Arts 5. Comprehending and evaluating the content and artistic aspects of oral and visual presentations (such as story-telling, debates, lectures, multimedia productions) Communication Arts 6. Participating in formal and informal presentations and discussions of issues and ideas Social Studies 6. Knowledge of the relationships of the individual and groups to institutions and cultural traditions Fine Arts 1. Knowledge of process and techniques for the production, exhibition or performance of one or more of the visual or performed arts Fine Arts 3. Knowledge of the vocabulary to explain perceptions about and evaluations of works in dance, music, theater and visual arts Fine Arts 4. Knowledge of interrelationships of visual and performing arts and the relationships of the arts to other disciplines Fine Arts 5. Knowledge of the visual and performing arts in historical context
Program Length		60 minutes
Dates/Times		Program Date Program Time Network Time Registration Deadline All times below are displayed in Eastern Daylight Time, as specified in your profile. 3/15/2011 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM 03/09/2011 3/15/2011 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM 1:45 PM - 3:15 PM 03/09/2011
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees		Interactive Cost: $0.00 View Only Cost: $0.00
Program Fee Notes		There is NO CHARGE for this program.
Cancellation Policy		Since there may well be a waiting list for interactive participation, we ask that you let us know of your need to cancel as soon as you know.
Is recording allowed?		No
The Provider broadcasts over		IP Internet 2
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider		Once we have received your enrollment, we will contact you requesting the IP address of the VC unit you'll be using to connect to the program and also to arrange a test call between you and our state bridge organization MOREnet. Both these steps must be completed by March 10 to finalize your participation in the program.

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