National World War II Museum in New Orleans

GREETINGS EDUCATORS, INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNICIANS, AND ADMINISTRATORS!

My name is Alan Gauthreaux and I am the National Outreach Coordinator here at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. Here at the Museum we have produced a series of Virtual Field Trip videoconferences that explore the history and lessons of WWII. These videoconferences include live interactions with Museum educators and hands-on analysis of primary documents, artifacts, and oral histories from the war years. They come complete with pre- and post-program curriculum materials, as well as documents, maps, and photographs to be used during each videoconference. In response to teachers’ requests, this year we have added a narrated “virtual tour” of the Museum’s exhibits.

Our current Virtual Field Trips (http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.nationalww2museum.org/education/teachers.html) include:

§ D-Day: The Turning Point in Europe
§ Iwo Jima and the War in the Pacific
§ Double Victory: African Americans in WWII
§ We’re All in this Together: The American Home Front in WWII
§ Unfinished Business: The Failures at Versailles and the Origins of WWII

And we will soon be offering:

§ The Warrior Tradition: American Indians in WWII
§ The End to Isolationism: The Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941

For professional development, we also have the following videoconference teacher workshops:

▪ Operation Overlord: The D-Day Invasion of Normandy
▪ From Pearl Harbor to Tokyo Bay: WWII in the Pacific
▪ Double Victory: African Americans in WWII
▪ We Can Do It: Women in WWII
▪ V for Victory: The Home Front during WWII

Here are a few comments from educators across the country about our Virtual Field Trips:

“Excellent, the kids love all the hands on artifacts and maps.”
Catherine N., Madison, NY

“The content was well organized and age appropriate. The activities that were completed the day before were a perfect warm-up activity for the virtual field trip. Mr. Gauthreaux did an outstanding job connecting to the students and making the presentation informative and fun”
Ben N., St. Francisville, LA

“Presented in a clear and concise manner, while engaging our audience.”
Traci D., Beechwood, OH

Last school year we presented more than 100 Virtual Field Trips to schools across the United States and Canada and our distance learning programs received an honor from the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration for their popularity.

Call me soon to book your Virtual Field Trip or for more information about distance learning from The National WWII Museum. We guarantee a worthwhile experience for students and teachers alike!

We look forward to hearing from you.


Alan G. Gauthreaux
National Outreach Coordinator
National World War II Museum
945 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 527-6012 , Ext. 351
http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.nationalww2museum.org
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Upcoming MAGPI Programs

Character Education: Understanding Girls' Friendships and Conflicts
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2008
Time: 3:30 p.m.. - 5:00 p.m. ET

Target Grade Levels: Grades K-6 Educators
Brought to you by the National Liberty Museum! Educators are increasingly aware of and concerned about the impact of cliques and girls' unique ways of dealing with friendships, conflict and aggression on classroom dynamics, social interactions, and girls' social and emotional development. This presentation looks at psychological research, popular media portrayals, and teachers' experiences in examining gender differences in girls' and boys' friendships, schoolwork and play patterns. The implications for conflict resolution are explored as well as the developmental differences in expressions of anger and the roles girls assume. Character education strategies will be presented for educators to use in helping girls develop healthy relationships and prevent relational aggression.
More information: http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.magpi.net/programs/girlsfriendships.html
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Videoconferencing: Best Practices and Virtual Field Trips

Date: October 21, 2008

Time: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET

Target Audience: MAGPI Member Institution Faculty, Staff, Educators, Administrators and Educational Technologists

This seminar explores the best classroom techniques for videoconferencing, virtual field trips and where to find content providers. Although we'll begin with an overview of various virtual field trips, each seminar features a particular content provider. After participating in this session, educators will understand the basic premises of virtual field trips, know how to use the CILC and MyK20 databases to find content providers, and will understand basic videoconference etiquette for educational programs. Participants are encouraged to come with stories of previous virtual field trip experiences or questions about specific content providers.

More information:http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.magpi.net/programs/curriculumintegration.html

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MAGPI K20 User Group Meeting: Grants and Funding Opportunities

Date: October 23, 2008

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET

Target Audience: MAGPI Member Institution Educators, Administrators and Network Specialists

This multistate group meets every other month virtually by videoconferencing through the Internet2 Commons. The purpose of this MAGPI K20 User Group is to bring together connected organizations across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and Kentucky to encourage cross-fertilization of ideas, collaboration opportunities, and resources on the use of MAGPI and Internet2. These meetings are open to any MAGPI member institution and feature guest speakers and resources that we hope will be of interest to you.

More information: http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.magpi.net/k20network.html



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Heather Weisse Walsh
Applications Coordinator
MAGPI
3401 Walnut Street, Suite 233A
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6228
Email: hweisse@magpi.net
Phone: 215-573-6417

www.magpi.net

Web 2.0 Applications

Professional Development
Through Videoconferencing
From SOITA

Cost for each participating school is $50 per session.
Each TeleTech is an hour long.
Each session is offered twice: 1:30 and 3:30.
Click for the interactive registration form.

Questions?

Contact Bob Stricker
bob@soita.org 150 East Sixth StreetFranklin, Ohio 45005 800-964-8211

October 14

Using Blogs and Wikis in Your ClassroomWhat is a Blog? What is a Wiki? Learn how to leverage the power of these Web 2.0 applications in your classroom. A variety of uses will be discussed for students and teachers alike as well as suggestions for hosting sites to get you off the ground and running!

October 21

Great Resources for Free Clip ArtClip art and other images can enhance any presentation or handout, but there are so many sites and so many usage restrictions. Join us to learn about some free, easy to use clip art resource sites that provide royalty-free images.

October 28

Special Effects Using Photoshop Elements 6. Have you wondered how various photo effects are created? They're not as hard as they seem. Connect with us to learn how to create stunning effects with your pictures using Photoshop Elements 6.0. Click for additional videoconferences.

World Book Web

World Book Web:
High School and Middle School on October 15, 2008, 3:30 to 4:30. Information & Registration Form.
Elementary and Middle School on October 16, 3:30 to 4:30. Information & Registration Form. Explore our new World Book Web with us, emphasizing the World Book Advanced (designed for high school, college and graduate schools) and the new World Book Online Reference Center (designed for upper elementary, middle school and beginning students in high school). The presentation will highlight the 5,500 e-books available, the 279,000 primary source documents, the classroom research activities, and other features which make the World Book Web a perfect fit for school at all levels. See how you can use these materials to differentiate instruction and get ideas on ways to use this resource at your school or in your classroom. You will have time to ask questions about each database. Please promote these two sessions on the new World Book INFOhio Resources. It would be a good way to get teachers exposed to them so they will want to use them for student research and their great extra features. The sessions are free and are after-school on October 15 and October 16. CEU's are given. Get a group together and have fun learning about these new tools!

Contact Melissa Higgs-Horwell (melissah@scoca-k12.org), Distance Learning Coordinator at SCOCA.

Cost? Nothing!

Contact:
Melissa Higgs-Horwell
Curriculum Integration Coordinator
SCOCA
175 Beaver Creek Rd.
Piketon, OH 45661
800-634-8828
Cell: 740-352-6820
Fax: 740-289-2082
melissah@scoca-k12.org
A complete listing of the first semester videoconferences can be found at: http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=0011ylLs8IBIHiujH7cyC5EI0hX3eoLVhyzWFam6MbGNJVSP_aYO_2aC0kKcbcAWb_nRbIb867eIc5JeTu81J7dpUxQOJRRWkz2WhG0t3AjY0icbQ9aZRbitct4uomkd3nZTuHFAjimUtZNJytDuNHMAA==.

Upcoming professional development sessions in October are : World Book Web for High School and Middle SchoolOctober 15, 2008, 3:30-4:30 p.m.* World Book Kids and World Book Online Reference Center for Elementary and Middle SchoolOctober 16, 2008, 3:30-4:30 p.m.* Digital Video Collection and New Resources from the National Underground Railroad Museum October 29, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Solving Equations with Manipulatives: Hands On Equations

Just a reminder of the upcoming professional development offered via video conference from the Muskingum Valley ESC. If you have a site interested, please call or email to reserve your spot. All connections are $75.00 per site, and CEU’s are available to those who attend.
Date: October 14, 2008
Time: 3:45 -4:45 PM
Description:
Solving Equations with Manipulatives: Hands On Equations
The purpose of this overview of Hands-on Equations will allow you to decide if you want to incorporate Hands-on Equations into your math curriculum. Teacher training is provided by the Muskingum Valley ESC. Hands-on Equations is a visual and kinesthetic teaching method that empowers teachers to successfully present algebraic concept to students in grades 3-8. The program provides students with an intuitive understanding of the most fundamental algebraic concepts. Many of the Ohio Academic Content Standards are covered in Hands-on Equations.
Presented By:
Bill Williamson, Gifted Consultant & Ruth Ware, Curriculum Practitioner


Leslie Charles
Distance Learning Coordinator
Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
205 North 7th Street
Zanesville, Ohio 43701
740.452.4518 ext 133
lcharles@mvesc.k12.oh.us
http://mail.esclc.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.mvesc.k12.oh.us/tap/

A Positive Behavior Approach to Working Successfully with Difficult Students

Program Flyer: A Positive Behavior Approach to Working Successfully with Difficult Students
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Professional Development Provider
Tuscarawas Carroll Harrison Educational Service Center

Contact Information
Michele Carlisle

michele@tchesc.org

834 East High Avenue

New Philadelphia, OH 44663

United States

Phone: (330) 308-9939 ext. 220

Fax: (330) 308-0964

Program Type
Individual Program

Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.

Target Audience
Education: Curriculum Director, Professional Development Director, Technology Director, Video Conferencing Contact, Gifted and Talented Coordinator, Principal, Teacher, Administrator, Content Providers: Educator

Primary Disciplines
Assessment, Best Practice, Curriculum, Special Education, Special Needs

Secondary Disciplines
Special Education, Special Needs

Program Description
The most effective strategy for managing challenging behavior(s) is based in prevention, early interaction, and de-escalation before the behavior escalates. "Best practice" for behavior support encourages a consistent approach when dealing with children with behaviorial concerns because consistency most often leads to more productive and positive behaviors. This session will give participants an understanding of the key functions of behavior, methods for enhancing a child's self-concept and self-management skills, and effective classroom management strategies for handling disruptive behaviors.

Program Format
discussion, lecture, question and answer

Objectives
at the end of this conference, participants will:have a better understanding of the reasons behind student inappropriate behavior and will gain knowledge about classroom structure for maximizing positive classroom behaviors in every setting.

National Staff Development Council Standards to which this program aligns
Context StandardsStaff development that improves the learning of all students:Organizes adults into learning communities whose goals are aligned with those of the school and district. (Learning Communities)Requires skillful school and district leaders who guide continuous instructional improvement. (Leadership)Requires resources to support adult learning and collaboration. (Resources)Process StandardsStaff development that improves the learning of all students:Uses disaggregated student data to determine adult learning priorities, monitor progress, and help sustain continuous improvement. (Data-Driven)Uses multiple sources of information to guide improvement and demonstrate its impact. (Evaluation)Prepares educators to apply research to decision making. (Research-Based)Uses learning strategies appropriate to the intended goal. (Design)Applies knowledge about human learning and change. (Learning)Provides educators with the knowledge and skills to collaborate. (Collaboration)Content StandardsStaff development that improves the learning of all students:Prepares educators to understand and appreciate all students, create safe, orderly and supportive learning environments, and hold high expectations for their academic achievement. (Equity)Deepens educators' content knowledge, provides them with research-based instructional strategies to assist students in meeting rigorous academic standards, and prepares them to use various types of classroom assessments appropriately. (Quality Teaching)Provides educators with knowledge and skills to involve families and other stakeholders appropriately. (Family Involvement)

Council of Chief State School Officers Core Competency Standards for Educators to which this program aligns
Principle #5: The teacher uses an understanding of individual and groupmotivation and behavior to create a learning environment thatencourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning,and self-motivation.24The teacher analyzes the classroom environment and makesdecisions and adjustments to enhance social relationships,student motivation and engagement, and productive work.The teacher organizes, prepares students for, and monitorsindependent and group work that allows for full and variedparticipation of all individuals.25Principle #6: The teacher uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal,and media communication techniques to foster active inquiry,collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.

Program Length
90 minutes

By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

This program is available as both a during or after-school professional development session. It can also be adapted to become a series for your district, building or classroom if there is a need to do so.

Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Cost per Site: $150.00Cost per Site with Premium Service: $150.00 What's this?
Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge

Cancellation Policy
Programs cancelled due to inclement weather will not be billed. All other conferences are expected to hold on the time and date scheduled, unless other arrangements are made at least 24 hours ahead of the scheduled time and date.

Program is Offered Through
Videoconference

Is video taping allowed?
No

The Provider broadcasts over
IP

Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
We are capable of dial out or dial in using external IP addresses. We are also able to bridge using Ohio's e-Tech bridge.
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Programs for Learning and Collaboration

CILC

Program Flyer: IVC Content: Programs for Learning and Collaboration
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Professional Development Provider
CILC Professional Development

Contact Information
Doug Meyer

dmeyer@cilc.org

251 East Ohio Street

#960Indpls, IN 46204

United States

Phone: (317) 730-4114

Fax: (317) 231-6530

Program Type
Individual Program

Target Audience
Education: All members of the organization, Public Library: All members of the organization

Primary Disciplines
Best Practice, Collaboration, Curriculum, Instructional Programs, Video Conferencing Awareness, Video Conferencing Integration, Video Conferencing Planning and Implementation

Program Description
Do you need to get your staff on board with interactive videoconferencing (IVC)? This awareness session serves a dual purpose. First, for your staff, it creates interest in IVC and its resources. Second, it provides a model from which to plan and deliver ongoing awareness sessions about IVC resources.

Program Format
Opening activityIntroductionsLearn how to find videoconferencing content for the classroomVideoconference with a Content Provider

Discuss other IVC applications

Questions and Comments

Closing Remarks

Objectives
Participants will:- discover exciting ways to use IVC as a tool for learning and collaboration.- experience an interactive videoconference connection.- explore the CILC website as an IVC resource.

National Staff Development Council Standards to which this program aligns
Prepares educators to understand and appreciate all students, create safe, orderly and supportive learning environments, and hold high expectations for their academic achievement.(Equity) Applies knowledge about human learning and change. (Learning) Provides educators with the knowledge and skills to collaborate. (Collaboration)

Program Length
90 minute workshop or tailored to client needs.

By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY

Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own

line charge

Program Fee Notes
Please contact Doug Meyer for pricing information.

Cancellation Policy
The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than a 48 hours notice. Registrations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. CILC reserves the right to close registrations when workshops have reached maximum capacity or to cancel workshops that do not attain minimum requirements.

Program is Offered Through
Videoconference

Is video taping allowed?
No

The Provider broadcasts over
ISDN Minimum Broadcast Speed: 384 K Maximum Broadcast Speed: 512 KIP through Indiana Telecommunications Network (IHETS)IPInternet 2AVS (Vision Athena)Webinar
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International News Program for College Journalists

Date: October 7, 2008

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET

Target Audience: Higher Education Educators and Administrators, K-12 Educators and Administrators

Learn about OSTN and their newest initiative, the 24/7 international news channel for college journalists! OSTN, the Open Student Television Network, is the first global 24/7 television network dedicated to the best in college student programming. OSTN is delivered to millions of potential users every day via the Internet2 backbone in North America via IP Multicast and MPEG2/MPEG4 technology, providing a case study for the emerging world of Internet Protocol Television (IPTV). OSTN News, the first international news program for the college audience, provides the opportunity for student journalists to produce constantly-updated news segments with live campus reports that are distributed on OSTN and via the worldwide Associated Press Network. OSTN provides a showcase, an outlet, and a community for student journalists, producers, directors, and talent while providing a showcase for IPTV and the future of television. More Information: http://www.magpi.net/programs/lunchnlearn.html

Heather Weisse WalshMAGPI Applications Coordinator3401 Walnut Street, Suite 233APhiladelphia, PA 19104-6228phone: 215-573-6417email: hweisse@magpi.nethttp://www.magpi.net/