Grades 4-12: Echoes in Time: Protection, Pay, and the Long Road to Freedom

Content Provider		Ohio Historical Society 2009-10 Honorable Mention
Contact Information		Matt Schullek dl@ohiohistory.org 1982 Velma Ave. Columbus, OH 43211 United States Phone: (800) 640-7679 Fax: (614) 298-2963
Program Type		Individual Program
Program Rating		This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience		Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Parent, Adult Learners, Public Library: Library Patrons
Maximum Number of Participants		There is no maximum, but for optimum interactivity, we suggest no more than 35 students.
Minimum Number of Participants		No Minimum
Primary Disciplines		Social Studies/History
Program Description		Immerse yourself in the stories and experiences of the past through Echoes in Time. In, Protection, Pay, and the Long Road to Freedom you'll listen to the story of a Civil War soldier from the 127th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Colored Troops regiment as he tells how the colored soldier fights for not on the freedom of his race but his own personal freedom to join white soldiers fighting the war that threatens to divide the Union. Echoes in Time presentations are theater style performances that explore characters from America’s past.
Program Format		This is a theater style presentation with periods of audience interaction. Question and answer sessions are scattered throughout the performance with extra time set aside at the end of the performance for audience questions.
Objectives		To be added later.
National Standards to which this program aligns		To be added later.
State/Regional Standards to which this program aligns		To be added later
Program Length		30 - 45 minutes
Dates/Times		Program Date Program Time Network Time Registration Deadline All times below are displayed in Eastern Standard Time, as specified in your profile. 2/24/2011 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 8:45 AM - 9:45 AM 02/22/2011 2/24/2011 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM 02/22/2011
Date/Time Notes		This is a special presentation which will be offered at specified times during each month. For the month of February, this program will ONLY be offered on Thursday, February 24th at 9:00 AM EST and 11:00 AM EST. Stay tuned for March, April, and May dates.
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees		Interactive Cost: $150.00
Program Fee Notes		Payments can be made by purchase order, credit card, or check made payable to the Ohio Historical Society.
Cancellation Policy		We will not charge for programs canceled due to inclement weather. The full presentation fee will be charged to sites, which cancel with less than 24 hours notice.
Is recording allowed?		No
The Provider broadcasts over		IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider		Schools should dial into us or contact us via a bridging agent, at an ideal connection speed of at least 384 kbps. We highly recommend you also schedule a test call with us at least two days prior to the date of your presentation. Advance registrations are required and may be made by scheduling your program online or by calling our studio at 1.800.640.7679. In order to effectively process your request, we ask that program reservations be made at least 2 - 3 weeks in advance.

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Grades 4-8: Scientists in Action - Healthy, Unique, You

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		based on 2 evaluation(s).
Target Audience		Education: Grade(s): 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Maximum Number of Participants		There is no maximum, but for optimum interactivity, we suggest no more than 30 students
Minimum Number of Participants		30
Primary Disciplines		Health/Physical Education, Literacy, Sciences
Secondary Disciplines		Career Education, Literacy
Program Description		Join Nicole Garneau, PhD, curator of human health, for an inside look at your health, the mystery of genetic traits, and the science behind DNA. Students are linked with scientists as they broadcast live from their field sites or Museum labs. Scientists share new discoveries, demonstrate field research techniques, and answer questions from students.
Program Format		45 minute session Scientist gives an introduction of themselves and their unique location (10 minutes). Scientist welcomes questions and discussion from students. Scientist 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.
State/Regional Standards to which this program aligns		Colorado NHES 1,2,3,5,7; Science 3–5; Literacy 1,4,5
Program Length		45 minutes
Dates/Times		Program Date Program Time Network Time Registration Deadline All times below are displayed in Eastern Standard Time, as specified in your profile. 3/10/2011 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM 02/28/2011 3/10/2011 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM 02/28/2011 3/10/2011 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM 12:45 PM - 2:00 PM 02/28/2011 3/10/2011 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM 02/28/2011
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: $120.00 Interactive Cost with Premium Service: $100.00 What's this?
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 2 weeks prior.

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