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Carnegie Museum of
Natural History
http://www.carnegiemuseums.org/cmnh/
Contact: Kerry Handron
Phone: 412.578.2580
IDEA@CarnegieMuseums.Org.
About the Provider The Carnegie Museum of Natural History is located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and is one of four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh.
Videoconference Programs are
available
Carnegie Museum of Natural History is proud to offer the
Integrated Distance Learning Activities (IDEA) program, a ground
breaking distance learning initiative that combines scientific and
educational expertise with modern technology to deliver an unrivaled
educational experience.
Fees
$125 per class
For Reservations:
Kerry Handron
412.578.2580
IDEA@CarnegieMuseums.Org.
Technical Requirements
Programming is currently only available for schools with
ISDN-based videoconferencing systems.
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Programs -
Distance Learning
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Biosurvey ------------------ This two-week standards-based curriculum for science classes grade six through eight is an exciting introduction to the biodiversity in our own backyards. Utilizing the vast resources of Carnegie Museum of Natural History, this program includes two classroom visits by museum staff, a kit with an extensive lesson guide for the duration of the program (including significant scientific activities), plus a videoconference between your classroom and museum scientists. This program can be modified to fit your science schedule. |
6 - 8 |
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Meet the Scientists Series -------------- Carnegie Museum of Natural History is famous for the research its scientists conduct across the globe. From the Arctic to the tropics, from Uzbekistan to Africa, CMNH scientists are making important discoveries worldwide. Through videoconferencing, your students will interact with museum scientists. Students will discover how scientists incorporate the scientific method into their ongoing research. Conference topics include current scientific research, topical issues (such as bats at Halloween), and technology (such as molecular research). Spring 2004 Schedule
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6 - 12 | 45 Minutes |
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Topical and Timely --------------- The Carnegie Museum of Natural History proudly presents the Age of Dinosaurs as a videoconference for elementary students. Our educators have taken some of our most popular outreach programs and developed a videoconference which springboards from one of the most exciting natural history topics to beginning to think about the process of science. Different versions are available which are appropriate for grades K to 5 under the same title. |
K - 5 | 40 - 50 Minutes |