Grades 3-4: Simple Machines Made Simple

a video conference offered on

Thursday, February 10
at 9:15, 10:30, 1:00, and 2:15

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Subject area: Science

Grade levels: 3, 4

Description: Simple machines provide the basic tools to make almost any machine we use today. Join us to learn what the six simple machines are, how they work, and how they make our lives easier.

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When? Each program is offered at 9:15, 10:30, 1:00, and 2:15

Cost? $50 per session for SOITA Comprehensive Member schools; $75 per session for all others

Limit? Yes, each session is limited to four schools. Registration is on a first-come basis

Questions? Contact bob@soita.org or call 937-746-6333

Want to place a test call to SOITA? Dial 216.48.137.41

FREE Grades 3-8:Immigration in Texas Then and Now

Videoconferencing from the Lone Star State! www.Connect2Texas.net
February "In the News" from Connect2Texas provider Institute of Texan Cultures in collaboration with The Alamo presents Immigration in Texas Then and Now Grades 3-8 Friday, February 4th 9:00-9:45 AM CST FREE Mural in the Lobby of the Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library Building, 1964. Artists: Peter Hurd and Peter Rogers. Austin, Texas. As the 175th anniversary of the Texas Revolution approaches, let's travel back in time via the "Blast from the Past Newscast" with a special report on Immigration in Texas Then and Now . Hear from 4 people from different walks of life: Texian volunteer, Mexian Soldado, female Anglo colonist, and Tejano volunteer on why they came to Texas. Then compare and contrast their reasons for coming to Texas with the reasons people immigrate to Texas today. Materials http://www.thealamo.org/resources/4thGrade.pdf http://www.thealamo.org/resources/7thGrade.pdf Most sites will be view only. Click here to register now! Registration deadline: February 1st!
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FREE Grades 5-12: LifeBanc: The Organ Recovery Agency for Northeast Ohio

LifeBanc

(the organ recovery agency for Northeast Ohio)

It's the first adult decision of their life . . . and it just might save one. Teenagers must answer the question, “Do you want to be an organ, eye and tissue donor?” when they apply for their temporary driving permit or driver's license. Help them get the education they need to make an informed decision when asked that question.

Lifebanc, the organ recovery agency for Northeast Ohio, understands that teenagers may not understand the need for and benefits of organ and tissue donation and the impact donations has on people’s lives. Through this special program, Lifebanc staff will provide factual information about organ, eye and tissue donation and explains the Ohio Donor Registry and how it is used. Students will learn about the organs and tissues that can be donated as well as the donation and organ placement processes.

The program features the personal story of a transplant recipient and guest panelists who will answer questions your students may have about organ, eye and tissue donation. Do not miss this opportunity to enable your students to receive the information needed to make an educated decision about becoming a registered organ and tissue donor.

Presenters: Lifebanc Staff and Volunteers

Date: Thursday, January 27, 2011

Time: 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Transmission Modes: NOTA and eTech/Ohio State IP Networks

Schools interested in participating in this educational opportunity should contact John Ramicone at 216-916-6360 or john.ramicone@ideastream.org by January 25^th.

This is a FREE program sponsored by Lifebanc.

Grades 8-12: Witnesses to War - Holocaust Survivors and Artists

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Content Provider		University Circle Interactive Cleveland
Contact Information		Sandy Kreisman skreisman@universitycircle.org 10831 Magnolia Drive Cleveland, OH 44106 United States Phone: (216) 707-5021 Fax: (216) 791-3935
Program Type		Program Series This program is a two-part program with a week between connections. We have also worked with schools to do both parts in a single day or consecutive days if they are working on a Holocaust study unit and want to use the program as a in-school conference.
Program Rating		based on 13 evaluation(s).
Target Audience		Education: Grade(s): 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, community, Public Library: Library Patrons
Maximum Number of Participants		We suggest no more than 30 students.
Minimum Number of Participants		There is no minimum.
Primary Disciplines		Character Education, Fine Arts, Social Studies/History
Secondary Disciplines		Collaboration, Community Interests, Foreign/World Languages, Gifted & Talented, Language Arts/English, Literacy, Writing
Program Description		The Temple Museum of Religious Art recently acquired a collection of 45 Holocaust Wall Hangings by artist Judith Weinshall Liberman that visually depict historic maps, scenes and philosophic concepts regarding the history of the Holocaust. The first connection is a presentation featuring the Holocaust Wall Hangings. The students explore the creative process, interpretation, and explore how an artist honors historical memory. The second connection is a conversation with a local Cleveland Holocaust survivor describing their experiences during World War II. Both lessons analyze how history is interpreted by examining historic documents, eyewitness accounts from Holocaust survivors and shared artistic interpretations of the artist’s works.
Program Format		Lesson I. 1. The presenter from Temple Tifereth Israel greets the class and reviews lesson objectives. 2. The presenter briefly discusses what students discovered from their writing assignments. 3. Summary/Introduction of artist's work. Show wall hangings by the artist and DVD interview. 4. Introduce student writing/art activity. Lesson II. 1. The presenter from Temple Tifereth Israel greets the class and reviews lesson objectives. 2. The Holocaust survivor participating in the discussion simply share their stories with the students. 3. Students are able to dialogue with the presenters and ask questions.
Objectives		Students will: - have a more in-depth understanding of the Holocaust and the people who were affected by the events of World War II. - understand how individual artists respond to historical events using their artistic discipline. - understand some of the significant events surrounding the Holocaust.
National Standards to which this program aligns		History Benchmarks 9.11 Analyze the causes and consequences of WWII including: civilian and military losses, the holocaust and its impact; the establishment of the state of Israel 10.11 Analyze the impact of U.S. participation in World War II with emphasis on: Events on the home front to support the war effort, including industrial mobilization. 10.12. Explain major domestic developments after 1945 with emphasis on Postwar prosperity in the United States. B. Explain the social, political and economic effects of industrialization. Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities Benchmarks A. Analyze ways people achieve governmental change, including political action, social protest and revolution. B. Explain how individual rights are relative, not absolute, and describe the balance between individual rights, the rights of others, and the common good. Geography Benchmarks A. Analyze the cultural, physical, economic and political characteristics that define regions and describe reasons that regions change over time. B. Analyze geographic changes brought about by human activity using appropriate maps and other geographic data. C. Analyze the patterns and processes of movement of people, products and ideas. 9.5 Analyze the social, political, economic and environmental factors that have contributed to human migration now and in the past. Social Studies Skills and Methods Benchmarks 9.1 Detect bias and propaganda in primary and secondary sources of information. 10.2 Critique evidence used to support a thesis. A. Evaluate the reliability and credibility of sources. B. Use data and evidence to support or refute a thesis. People in Societies Benchmarks A. Analyze the influence of different cultural perspectives on the actions of groups. B. Analyze the consequences of oppression, discrimination and conflict between cultures. C. Analyze the ways that contacts between people of different cultures result in exchanges of cultural practices. 9.2 Analyze the results of political, economic, and social oppression and the violation of human rights including The Holocaust and other acts of genocide, including those that have occurred in Armenia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Iraq.
Program Length		This is a two-part videoconference. Each connection is 45 - 60 minutes.
By Request		This program is available by request and by published date(s) and time(s)
Dates/Times		Program Date Program Time Network Time Registration Deadline All times below are displayed in Eastern Standard Time, as specified in your profile. 2/9/2011 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 12:45 PM - 2:00 PM 02/07/2011 2/10/2011 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 9:45 AM - 11:00 AM 02/07/2011 2/16/2011 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 12:45 PM - 2:00 PM 02/14/2011 2/17/2011 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM 02/14/2011
Date/Time Notes		This is a two part videoconference and each videoconference is planned to be 45 - 60 minutes.
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees		Interactive Cost: $250.00 Point to Point Cost: $250.00 By Request Cost: $250.00
Cancellation Policy		We will not charge for programs canceled due to nature i.e. snow days. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice.
Is recording allowed?		No
The Provider broadcasts over		IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider		Content Provider will send connection information following program registration and confirmation.

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