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Indianapolis Zoo
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http://www.indyzoo.com
Contact: Becky Jones
1.317.630.2069
The Indianapolis Zoo offers a wonderful, wild world of excitement. The zoo includes five biomes - forests, desserts, waters, encounters, and plains. The Zoo also offers a number of special exhibits and an exciting botanical collection including over 159 families.
The Indianapolis Zoo offer two-way videoconference adventures. Students can learn about the world, the environment, and the wonderful range of creatures. It has the ability to connect with classrooms from thirty-four different sites around the zoo and White River Gardens. The distance learning unit goes from the dolphins shows to the Amazon Rainforest to the sun-drenched garden.
Videoconferencing
The Indianapolis Zoo offers an array of programs each year. School
also have the option of custom designing their own program.
Each program is taught by a knowledgeable member of the zoo's education staff.
Programs usually occur in front of animal exhibits.
Classes of ten go behind the scenes to see zookeepers and gardeners.
Every distance learning session includes video footage, artifacts, pictures, diagrams and interactivity.
Pricing Information
Multipoint (two to four schools): $80
Point-to-Point connections (one school participating): $160
View only: $40
Special Request Programs (programs arranged to fit your schedule): $160 Arrangements for these programs must be made at least two weeks in advance and schedule availability may be limited.
Monthly Specials (these are all multipoint connections): $70.00
For all connections, schools are responsible for paying their own line charges.
Note to all out-of-state participants: An additional $20 service fee from CILC (www.cilc.org) is added to the price for each out-of-state (or out of Vision Athena Network) program. This fee is charged by CILC to allow online scheduling for participating schools and organizations and will be included as a separate item on your invoice.
Scheduling Information
Scheduling deadlines are two weeks before each program.
Programs are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. The first school to register for a program determines the age level of the presentation and has the option to request a point-to-point connection.
Age levels for multipoint connections will be grouped K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-8th, and HS.
The first four schools to register for a multipoint program will be interactive; subsequent schools have the option to participate on a view-only basis.
Cancellations must be received 48 hours in advance to avoid a cancellation fee.
All programs are weather and animal-dependent. IZS reserves the right to cancel or discontinue a program at any time. Should IZS need to end a session less than halfway through the designated connection time, all participating schools will be notified and will have the option to reschedule.
Visit www.cilc.org to register for all programs.
Additional Information
In order to successfully connect with the Zoo, you will need to either be a part of Indiana’s Vision Athena fiber network or have an H320 videoconferencing facility with an ISDN line. Preferred speed is 384 kbps.
Contact the Distance Learning Coordinator at dlearning@indyzoo.com or 317-630-2042 for additional information.
Programs
Animal Adaptations
All plants and animals have adaptations, or special features. That makes them better suited to live in their environments. In this program, students will discuss and observe several animals and plants and determine what their adaptations are and how they aid in survival. Recommended for grades 2-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 15, 2003
October 14, 2003
February 9, 2004
March 9, 2004
April 26, 2004
Amazing Amazon Rainforest are the most biologically diverse places on Earth. Explore the plants and animal life that can be found in each of the different layers of our Amazon rainforest exhibit, including an emerald tree boa, a blue-and-gold macaw, and red-bellied piranhas! Recommended for grades K-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 23, 2003
October 6, 2003
January 26, 2004
February 10, 2004
February 17, 2004
March 1, 2004
Animal Enrichment What is it? It’s how we keep our animals entertained, happy, and healthy. How do we do it? Find out as we explore the many ways of creating playtimes that are fun for animals and people alike! Recommended for grades 3-12.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: August 26, 2003
December 10, 2003
April 14, 2004
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: November 25, 2003
March 29, 2004
Ani-math (NEW!) How do numbers fit into a zoo environment? We’ll talk about animal weights, heights, speeds, and other ways we use math at the zoo…and you won’t believe how many pounds of fish we go through in a year! Recommended for grades 2-6.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: January 6, 2004
May 24, 2004
Art and Animals (NEW!) Forget VanGogh! Have you seen the latest masterpiece by Kubwa? Art plays an important role in our zoo, from creative creatures to animal architects. Discover web-weavers, nest-builders, and more. Recommended for grades K-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 30, 2003
February 24, 2004
Australian Adventure It’s the island-continent known for its unusual animals. Venture into the “land down under” to meet kangaroos, emus, Australian reptiles, and more. Learn more about the Australian plains and its inhabitants as you meet the unique residents of the Great Southern Land. Recommended for grades K-8.
Australian Adventure Activities
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 11, 2003
April 5, 2004
Bear Basics Do bears really hibernate? Where do Kodiaks come from? How do polar bears stay warm? We’ll give you the answers to these questions--and many more--as we show you some of the Zoo’s most popular residents. Recommended for grades K-5.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 17, 2003
Birds of Prey Which bird of prey is the “sports car” of the bird world? Whooo can see well in the dark? You’ll find out when you meet some of the Zoo’s birds of prey. Recommended for grades K-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: November 5, 2003
January 27, 2004
March 16, 2004
Butterflies: Flights of Fancy Activities
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: August 18, 2003
August 19, 2003
May 17, 2004
May 18, 2004
June 1, 2004
Coral Reef Where can you see moray eels, puffers, and other tropical fish in Indiana? Diving below the surface with us at our coral reef exhibit! Explore the “rainforests of the ocean” and discover firsthand their beauty and diversity of life. Recommended for grades K-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 29, 2003
November 20, 2003
February 3, 2004
March 2, 2004
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: November 10, 2003
January 20, 2004
March 8, 2004
Elephants What’s the largest land mammal, has only six teeth, and eats over 200 pounds of food a day? An African elephant! In this session, students will explore the life of an elephant by examining artifacts and meeting members of the Zoo’s elephant herd in their new exhibit. Recommended for grades K-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 9, 2003
April 6, 2004
A supplemental Project Elephant Kit is available on loan from the Education Department at the Indianapolis Zoo. For more information call (317) 630-2000, Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm.
Endangered Species It’s sad, but true – entire species of plants and animals vanish from out planet everyday. In this program, we’ll discuss some causes of extinction, talk about some success stories of survival, and learn how you can do your part to help save the earth’s endangered species. Recommended for grades 3-12.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: October 13, 2003
March 22, 2004
April 12, 2004
A supplemental Suitcase for Survival is available on loan from the Education Department at the Indianapolis Zoo. For more information call (317) 630-2000, Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm.
Habitat Design With over 350 different kinds of animals at our zoo, how do we make them all feel at home? Learn all about animal habitats, both out in the wild and here in Indianapolis. Recommended for grades K-12.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: Oct 7, 2003
April 27, 2004
Plants, Plants, Plants We all know what plants are, but do you know how they work? Get to the root of the question as we cover the basic facts of the plant kingdom. Learn about the parts of a plant and why we need plants for everyday life, from the food we eat and the air we breathe, to the clothes we wear and medicines we take. Recommended for grades K-5.
Plants, Plants, Plants Activities
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: November 3, 2003
December 17, 2003
March 15, 2004
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 12, 2003
April 13, 2004
Rhino Rally (NEW!) The newest residents at the Indianapolis Zoo, three Southern White rhinos, have arrived! You’ll learn about their habitat, their amazing bodies, and their struggle to survive in the wild, so come out and meet these fantastic moving tanks! Recommended for grades K-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: August 25, 2003
September 16, 2003
Seal vs. Sea Lion Visit the Zoo’s California sea lions and harbor seals in the water and on land. Compare body size and structure, flipper function, and mobility. You’ll learn how to tell the difference between these fascinating and charismatic marine mammals! Recommended for grades K-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: October 20, 2003
February 18, 2004
Snakes Why are people so afraid of snakes when they’re ssssso fasssscinating? Learn how a snake’s body works, what affects its behavior, and why these animals are so misunderstood. Recommended for grades K-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 24, 2003
January 21, 2004
March 3, 2004
Tuxedo Junction Take a voyage south of the Equator to visit our favorite, feathered friends, the penguins! You don’t have to get dressed up just because they did; we’re just going to talk about how they’re adapted for a chilly lifestyle and what makes them different from other birds. Recommended for grades K-8.
Times: 9-9:45am, 10-10:45am, 11-11:45am, 1-1:45pm
Dates: September 22, 2003
October 21, 2003
November 12, 2003
December 3, 2003
January 5, 2004
February 2, 2004
February 23, 2004