Science Sites
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Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum |
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(Chicago, Illinois) The first planetarium built in the Western Hemisphere, "Astronomy Connection" program Contact: Adrienne Tash 312.322.0302 Jane Crozier 312-935-1990 |
| http:// http://www.adlerplanetarium.org/ |
| Adventure Science Museum |
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(Nashville, Tennessee) "where imagination and curiosity are encouraged", programs include "Bone-A-Fied Facts" and "Magnets to Motors" Contact: Becky Mathews 615-401-5073 |
| http://www.adventuresci.com/fieldtrip/distance/ |
| Aims Virtual Anatomy Classroom of St. Louis University |
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(St. Louis, Missouri) Discussions of the human brain, human heart, human ear, nose & throat or human eye; Human cadaver specimens used to demonstrate anatomy and physiology; and guided sheep brain, pig heart or pig eye dissection middle & high school students Contact: Donna Nonnenkamp, Manager Community Education Outreach and Distance Learning 314-535-4000 x240 |
| http://pa.slu.edu/aims/programs/2004-05DistanceLearning.pdf |
| Aquatic Research Institute |
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(Chicago, Indiana) Programs allow communication between divers in the waters of the Great Lakes and students; programs include "Diving into Math," and "History of the Great Lakes Shipwrecks". Contact: Nora McGrath, Director of Education 219-391-4138 |
| http://www.arii.org/Main/Main1.htm |
| Boonshoft Museum of Discovery |
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(Dayton, Ohio) Rare video footage and private museum collections, early childhood through high school, physics, chemistry and even anthropology Contact: 937-275-7431 ext. 116 |
| http://www.boonshoftmuseum.org/ep/distanceLearn.php3 |
| Brownsburg Challenger Learning Center |
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(Indianapolis, Indiana) "engage students, transforming them into scientists, engineers or researchers by hosting simulated space missions." Contact: Lorrie Bryant, Distance Learning Liaison 317-852-1008 |
| http://challenger.brownsburg.k12.in.us/distance_learning.html |
| Buffalo Museum of Science |
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(Buffalo, New York) Contact: Distance Learning Coordinator 716 896-5200 ext, 383 |
| http://www.buffalomuseumofscience.org/ed_schl_prog.html#distance |
| California Department of Parks and Recreation |
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PORTS Live presentations to classrooms from parks throughout the state and country,includes support, structure, preparation, and follow-up for units of study Contact: Joe Von Herrmann |
| http://ports.parks.ca.gov/ |
| Camden Children’s Garden |
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(Camden, New Jersey) "Let it Rot" and "Soil Detectives" explore and discover the wonder of plants and flowers Contact link 856-365-8733
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| http://www.camdenchildrensgarden.org |
| Carnegie Museum of Natural History |
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(Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) "proud to offer the Integrated Distance Education Activities (IDEA) program...combines our scientific and educational expertise with modern technology" Contact: Kerry Handron 412-578-2580 |
| http://www.carnegiemnh.org/doe/IDEA/index.htm |
| Case Western Reserve University Center for Science and Math |
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(Cleveland, Ohio) Programs include Science Connections and the Jason Expedition Contact: Kathryn Kwiatkowski |
| http://www.cwru.edu/artsci/csm/ |
| Center for Agricultural Science and Heritage |
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(Indianapolis, Indiana) "Agriculture touches every living person. The food we eat, the clothes we wear, the products we use, the way of life which developed the values, economy, and culture of our nation find roots in agriculture. " Contact: Justin Armstrong, Distance Learning Director 317-925-2410 |
| http://www.centerforag.com/ |
| Center for Educational Technologies™ Challenger Learning Center |
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(Wheeling, West Virginia) Wheeling Jesuit University Campus "established in memory of the Challenger Shuttle crew" many integrated science units, including weather simulation, Storm-E, historical re-enactors, or other content experts Contact: 304-243-4325 |
| http://www.cet.edu/ |
| Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration |
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(Indianapolis, Indiana) K-12 content, planning and best practices, professional development "a wealth of experts such as artists, authors, city planners, scientists and more! Videoconference participants interact with individuals from diverse geographic, racial and socio-economic backgrounds." Contact: 866-826-CILC (2452) |
| http://www.cilc.org/search_program.aspx |
| Coca-Cola Space Science Center |
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(Columbus, Georgia) "improve learning by making science, mathematics and technology accessible to all students." Contact: Larry Pallotta, Assistant Director/Coordinator of Visitor Services 706-649-1486 |
| http://www.ccssc.org |
| COSI Columbus |
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(Columbus, Ohio) "Fresh new programs such as "Surgical Suite" or "Gadget Works" feature hands-on participation from students as well as demonstrations. Contact: Director of Electronic Education 888-819-COSI |
| http://www.cosi.org/programs/ee.htm |
| COSI Toledo |
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(Toledo, Ohio) 41° 39’ N 83° 32’ W makes "science click" popular modules are "Roller Coaster Science" and "COSI WOW!" Curriculum materials available. Contact: Andy Campbell 419-244-2674 x150 |
| http://cositoledo.org |
| Cranbrook Institute of Science |
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(Bloomfield Hills, Michigan) Natural history museum, programs include "The Ice Age" which provides insight into Earth processes and "Bats of the World" Contact: Jacob Standish, Distance Learning Director 248-645-3769 |
| http://www.cranbrook.edu/institute/distlearn.shtml |
| Dr. James H. Porter Center for Science and Mathematics |
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(Painesville, Ohio) Programs include: "Erosion", "Marvelous Motion", "Physical and Chemical Changes" Contact: Cookie Cardina 440-352-8850 |
| http://www.lcesc.k12.oh.us/PorterCenter/dist_learn_opps.htm |
| E3 Electronic Field Trips |
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(Muncie, Indiana) Ball State University E3 programs offer your students an amazing and unmatched way to explore the mysteries, experience the struggles, and expand their world as we bring the nation"s treasures into your classroom Contact: Patty Northcutt, Ball State University Teachers College 765-285-4680 |
| http://www.bsu.edu/eft/0405/ |
| Eli Lilly and Company |
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(Indianapolis, Indiana) Pharmaceutical industry programs include career panels in marketing, chemistry, biology and manufacturing. Contact: Meghan Johnson, Associate, Educational Strategy at Lilly 317-277-7215 |
| http://www.lilly.com/ |
| Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science, & Art |
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(Scranton, Pennsylvania) They have three programs: one focusing on their Egyptian collection; one on Africa; and one on colonial history/the Civil War (lecture only). Contact: Elizabeth W. Hughes, Director of Education 570-346-7186 |
| http://www.everhart-museum.org/ |
| Experimental Aircraft Association |
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(Oshkosh, Wisconsin) History of experimental aviation is documented from the Wright"s earliest efforts to the cutting edge space tourism. Distance Learning programs include web based HS/College level credit courses (www.aeroscholars.com), aviation interactive animations, aviation webcasts, and videoconference field trips. Contact: Milt Hassel, Distance Learning Coordinator/Science Teacher 920-426-6115 or dlearning@eaa.org |
| http://www.airventuremuseum.org/ |
| Great Barrier Reef Australia Reef HQ |
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(Townsville, Australia) "Wherever you are in the world, experience the Reef with Reef Videoconferencing. During this underwater fact-finding mission, your classroom will be transported to the Coral Reef and predator exhibits. State-of-the-art technology brings information live via a scuba diver." Contact: info@reefed.edu.au |
| http://www.reefed.edu.au/reefhq/reef_video_conferencing/index.html |
| Health Space Cleveland |
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(Cleveland, Ohio) "education and innovation meet to inspire healthy actions." Great healthy content for videoconferencing including "Sports Nutrition: Fact or Fiction," and "Body Blueprint" just to name a few. Contact: 216-231-6900 register online at: http://www.healthspacecleveland.org/education/education.asp?detail=21 |
| http://www.healthspacecleveland.org/education/education.asp?detail=9 |
| Hooks Discovery and Learning Center |
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(Indianapolis, Indiana) Explore the past and future of the drugstore in America. It now serves as the region’s center for the exploration of life sciences, linking students to the excitement of science. Contact: 317 - 951-2222 http://www.hooksdlc.org/contact_us.htm |
| http://www.hooksdlc.org/Education.htm#IVC |
| Indiana University Purdue University School of Science |
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(Indianapolis, Indiana) Middle & High School Students Program "Careers in Science...The emergence of technology in business and industries offers high paying jobs to individuals who wish to advance their education in science, law, business, and other technological or health related fields" Contact: Kim S. Nguyen |
| http://www.science.iupui.edu/science/default.shtm |
| Lake County Solid Waste Management District |
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(Merrillville, Indiana) Recognized for "outstanding education from the National Solid Waste Association. Programs such as "Household Hazardous Waste AGHHHHHHHH!" and "Secret Potions!" Contact: Rita Norton Mazza 219-769-3820 ext. 23 |
| http://www.lcswmd.com/ |
| Liberty Science Center |
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(Jersey City, New Jersey) "Some of the most beloved exhibits are exotic insects and reptiles, a video light microscope, real human lungs, and an 80-foot torsional wave tank depicting the Hudson River estuary environments." Contact: Nicole Rowe, Program Administrator 201-451-0006 x382 |
| http://www.lsc.org/eft.html |
| Louisville Science Center |
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Louisville, Kentucky One successful program is "Meet the Experts" that has students interact with scientists. Hands-on activities are included over videoconferencing to keep students further engaged. Contact: School Services Coordinator 502-561-6100 x6153 |
| http://www.louisvillescience.org/programs.php3?page=distance.ext |
| Miami Museum of Science and Planetarium |
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Miami,Florida "Virtual Field Trip Expeditions includes pre- and post-conference teaching materials that support National Science Education Standards." Contact: Technology Trainer Enrichment Center 305-646-4267 |
| http://www.miamisci.org/www/virtualfieldtrips.html |
| Michigan State University Museum |
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East Lansing, Michigan "provides field trips in the science and social studies curriculum areas. These programs allow teachers to provide fun and meaningful learning experiences without the expense, permission forms, and geographic limitations of ordinary field trips." Contact: Virtual Outreach Program 517-353-3882 |
| http://museum.msu.edu/ProgramsandPartnerships/Educational/VirtualOutreach/ |
| Museum of Science and Industry |
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Chicago, Illinois Programs include: 'Live...from the Heart' and 'Take Flight! - the History & Physics of Flight'. Thes hour long programs can supplement biology & phyics curricula. |
| http://www.msichicago.org/ed/educ_elearning.html |
| NASA Digital Learning Outpost |
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Houston, Texas This digital learning & education project offers a wide selection of digital learning expeditions via live interactive video teleconference. "Each product has been designed using sound instructional principles and satisfies national education standards." Contact: email 281- 244-7325 Registration |
| http://learningoutpost.jsc.nasa.gov/ |
| NASA Glenn Research Center |
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Cleveland, Ohio Videoconferences are available in the following NASA missions: Space Science, Earth Science, and Development of Space Transportation. Correlations to Standards can be found on the Research Center’s website. Contact: Ruth A. Petersen 216-433-9714 |
| http://www.grc.nasa.gov/WWW/K-12/CoE/Coemain.html |
| NASA LIVE |
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Langley, Virginia A "series of FREE videoconferencing programs designed to extend and strengthen NASA"s commitment to educational excellence at the pre college (3-12) and university levels (13-18)." Program topics range from career choices to weather to International business etiquette! |
| http://live.larc.nasa.gov/ |
| National Science Center |
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Augusta, Georgia offers twenty different one hour K-12 programs in physical science, chemistry, and health education, plus one teacher staff development program on using their VTC programs and website teaching tools/resources. Most programs target specific National Science Standards. Contact: Richard Schuster, Ed.D. NSC Program Manager for Teacher Education 706-821-0206 |
| http://www.nationalsciencecenter.org/ |
| Neil Armstrong Air and Space Museum |
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Wapakoneta, Ohio Students learn about the Earth"s moon during interactive videoconference programs. The programs are appropriate for science and social studies. The museum can be found in Neil Armstrong"s hometown. "Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed" -NASA Mission ControNeil Armstrong, July 20, 1969. Contact: link 800-860-0142 |
| http://www.ohiohistory.org/resource/teachers/dlarm.html |
| New York Hall of Science |
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New York, New York "Do a little dance, have a little fun, and in the process learn all about shadows via a videoconference." Just a few programs out of many are "Hidden Kingdoms – The World of Microbes," "Revealing Illusions," and "Science Detectives." Contact: Education department 718-699-0005 ext. 320
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| http://www.nyhallsci.org/nyhs-education/ed-education/ed-student.html#virtualvisit |
| North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences |
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Raleigh, North Carolina Programs on dinosaurs, butterflies, animal signs, and invasive species come to you from the Museum’s Windows on the World studio. All programs are adapted appropriately to each age group. Contact: Liz Baird, Coordinator of Distance Learning 919-733-7450 ext 621 |
| http://www.naturalsciences.org/education/distance.html |
| Presque Isle State Park |
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Erie, Pennsylvania Presque Isle is a National Natural Landmark with diverse plants and animals that attracts many visitors. The first users of the peninsula were the Eriez Tribe, giving Lake Erie its name. Students can learn about the historical, natural and environmental issues of Presque Isle via a videoconference! Contact: Ted Miller, Environmental Education Specialist 814-833-0351 |
| http://www.presqueisle.org |
| Queens Botanical Garden |
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Flushing, New York. "Instructors are available on a limited basis to present programs to schools with compatible video teleconferencing equipment. VTC programs are interactive and provide an opportunity to see Garden collections without being physically on site. " Contact: 718-886-3800 |
| http://voyage.pierwisconsin.org/classroom/interactive_broadcasts.php |
| Smithsonian Environmental Research Center |
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Maryland "Distance learning programs, all supported by teacher-developed curriculum, bring Smithsonian science into classrooms and homes across the country. By participating in videoconferences or Electronic Field Trips, you get to go behind the scenes of the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center where conventional visitors seldom get to go." Contact: Dottie Klugel, Distance Learning Coordinator 443-482-2470 |
| http://www.serc.si.edu/education/dl/indes.jsp |
| Vanderbilt Center for Science Outreach |
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Tennessee Dedicated to the innovative use of technology to create vibrant learning partnerships between the university and K-12 schools. Programs include "hands-on" science lessons, AIDS curriculum, and others. Contact: e-mail 615-322-7140 |
| http://www.vanderbilt.edu/cso/vidcon.php |