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Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Grades 3-6: Animals in Space and Other Cool NASA Stuff!
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Grades K-10: Tied to the Apron Strings
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| The National Cowgirl Museum and Hall of Fame is introducing a new video conference from their current exhibit Apron Chronicles: A Patchwork of American Recollections This program features photographs and stories from the current exhibit Apron Chronicles: A Patchwork of American Recollections at the National Cowgirl Museum during the spring of 2011. As a uniform, a display of artistic talent, or a memory, aprons are recognized by all ages. In addition to hearing the stories behind some vintage aprons, participants learn of the role aprons have played in history from the Middle Ages to the present as well as be able to share their own stories.
This program can be adjusted to specific grade levels and class schedules by contacting Cindi Collins at ccollins@cowgirl.net. | ||||||||
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Grades K-12: The Goddess of Liberty
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| Special program from Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
The statue of the Goddess of Liberty has become an important symbol of our Capitol and for our state. Despite the Goddess' fame, there are many aspects about her design and creation that are shrouded in mystery. Join Dr. Source and Kyle Schlafer, Program Supervisor at the Texas Capitol Visitors Center, and explore the enigmatic origins of this famous sculpture, discover how she became a symbol of the state, and learn what Texans have done to make sure that she remains a part of the Capitol for future generations Social Studies TEKS - K.3A-B, 1.13A, 2.1B, 2.14B-C, 3.11A-B, 4.17A, 5.18A Most sites will be view only. | ||
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FREE Grades 7-12: DNA and Your Health
Presenter: Medical Researcher from the University Hospitals
In recognition of National DNA Days, learn how medical researchers from University Hospitals (
University Hospitals (
Date: Thursday, April 14, 2011
Time: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. (EST))
Audience: High School and Middle School
Recommended for learners in Grades 7-12, the BioMed Tech Distance Learning Series is designed to stimulate interest in biomedical technology and engineering careers and foster an appreciation and understanding of regionally developed medical advances. Aligned with the Ohio Department of Education Science, Mathematics, and Technology Content Standards and the National Science Education Standards, each program will emphasize biomedical technology and engineering careers, scientific processes, and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) content.
Transmission Modes: NOTA and State IP Network
Schools interested in participating in FREE this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by April 11th.
Thank you.
Grades 4-12: 1961 Bay of Pigs Invasion
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A longtime Dallas businessman, Carlos Fonts was a Cuban native living in exile in Florida when he joined the Bay of Pigs invasion force. Welcome Mr. Fonts for his first Living History presentation as we mark the 50th anniversary of the invasion. This program is view only. However, students will be encouraged to submit their own questions for Mr. Fonts in advance. A small selection of the best questions will be asked during the Q&A session at the end of the presentation! | ||
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Grades 2-12: Hank the Cowdog
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| Author John R. Erickson offers more dates for his Hank the Cowdog book series via video conferencing! Hank the Cowdog "It’s me again, Hank the Cowdog." Hank’s author, John R. Erickson, has been entertaining audiences with Hank programs for twenty-eight years, all the way from Fairbanks, Alaska, to Key West, Florida. Accompanying himself on the banjo, he sings songs from the Hank audio books and does readings from the stories (about sixty-five character voices). There is a reason why the Hank the Cowdog stories have sold more than 7.5 million copies: kids love to read them, even those who think they don't enjoy reading. John Erickson and Hank are sure to inspire your students to read! Autographed books available for $5 each! | ||
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Monday, April 4, 2011
Grades 7-12: DNA and Your Health
| Content Provider | WVIZ ideastream | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Contact Information | John Ramicone john.ramicone@ideastream.org 1375 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, OH 44115 United States Phone: (216) 916-6360 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Type | Individual Program | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Rating | This program has not yet been evaluated. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Target Audience | Education: Grade(s): 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Maximum Number of Participants | No Maximum | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Minimum Number of Participants | No Minimum | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Primary Disciplines | Career Education, Character Education, Collaboration, Family & Consumer Science, Gifted & Talented, Health/Physical Education, Industrial Technology, Mathematics, Problem Solving, Reading, Sciences, Technology/Information Science | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Description | A medical researcher from the University Hospitals system (Cleveland) will discuss and interacted with students about how medical researchers are using genetic techniques to diagnose and treat various cancers. University Hospitals (Cleveland) is one of the nation’s leading health care systems providing high-quality, patient-centered medical care at locations throughout Northeast Ohio. Committed to advanced care and advanced caring, University Hospitals offers the region's largest network of primary care physicians, outpatient centers and hospitals. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Format | 1. Our WVIZ host will introduce the guest and the participating schools. 2. Our guest presenter will give a brief background of training, education,and current responsibilities with UH. 3. Our guest will discuss DNA and Your Health and may use Video clips and a power point presentation. 4. Sites will be called upon to ask questions of our guest medical researcher. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Objectives | 1. Explore the career pathway in medical research. 2.Define and discuss genetic engineering. 3. Explore how the map of the human genome can be used to cure genetic diseases and other medical conditions. 4. Understand the need for medical research and its impact on healthcare. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| National Standards to which this program aligns | All programs are aligned with the National Education Standards and Ohio Department of Education Academic Standards. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Program Length | 60 minutes | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees | Interactive Cost: $0.00 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Cancellation Policy | This is a FREE program, sponsored by the Great Lakes Science Center of Cleveland, Ohio. There is no cancellation policy. | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Is recording allowed? | No | ||||||||||||||||||||
| The Provider broadcasts over | IP | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider | Sites are connected through the eTech Ohio's IP bridging service. Sites may conduct a test connection with eTech's bridge by dialing 208.108.234.32 or the WVIZ site at 208.108.60.10. ISDN sites will need to dial directly into the eTech bridge. Sites are responsible for ISDN call fees. | ||||||||||||||||||||