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Fantastic "One stop Shop" to find VFT's that are available, already curated. Can't attend one of the pre-scheduled ones? Connect with the presenter to set up your own time. It's FREE!!

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ASDSA 2021: Innovating Learning K-12 through Digital and Global Tools

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Figure out where your students are seeming to be lacking....See if you can make that learning come alive through VFT.

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Example: In my science unit, we go into genetics, but it's harder to understand, so maybe a real genetics scientist can help make it more enjoyable and understandable. 

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Example: In my science unit, we go into genetics, but it's harder to understand, so maybe a real genetics scientist can help make it more enjoyable and understandable. 

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Create a formal yet brief presentation, and reach out to any of the Nat Geo Fellows. A part of the fellowship is education outreach.

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I am here to help other educators feel invigorated and capable of expanding their classroom walls. "I am not an expert, but I can find one" style of teaching helps students love learning

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I am here to help other educators feel invigorated and capable of expanding their classroom walls. "I am not an expert, but I can find one" style of teaching helps students love learning

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Not a VFT as proclaimed, but does teach concepts through virtual lesson already created for teachers

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Join us for our Virtual Field Trips or watch them on-demand after their premieres. Each no-cost Virtual Field Trip comes with a companion guide packed with standards-aligned, hands-on learning activities! Select one of the options below to register.

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Take students beyond the classroom and into some of the world's most iconic locations with virtual field trips. Learn more!

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Lots of projects, learning, and connections to be had here. I've created a lot of opportunities for students to stay engaged.
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Check out the Learn Alaska section at: https://www.globaleducationak.org/learn-alaska.html

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You have to decide for what you are trying to accomplish (in a Backwards by Design approach) whether a VFT would be better or a VLO would be better. We will discuss the differences.

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Conservation & education come together in these pre-arranged sessions that you tune in live for.

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Learn about sharks from shark scientists, conservationists, divers, photographers and more. Diverse lessons to connect students directly to people working in the field.

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Each week, a new video learning is created and shared out for kids. Best for grades 1-7. Many teachers swear by this resource. It's easy to add extensions.

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Open-and-go lessons that inspire kids to love science.

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Mystery Science offers open-and-go lessons that inspire kids to love science. The hook, visuals, and activity have all been prepared for you. Less prep, more learning.

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One of my favorites. Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants also records sessions to view later here: https://bit.ly/2FmNt8w

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Bringing those on the frontlines of science, exploration, conservation, and adventure live into classrooms through virtual guest speakers and field trips. Since 2015, we've hosted 3,500+ live events, connecting over a million students with scientists and explorers in 100 countries. What we do is and always will be free for classrooms everywhere!

About us

Teachers, Join Our Newsletter List!

Where in the world?

Here is a list of Countries we've had guest speakers, lessons and virtual field trips from:

South America

Brazil

Peru

Ecuador

Chile

Colombia

Argentina

Guyana

Bolivia

Australia and Oceania

Australia

New Zealand

Cook Islands

Papua New Guinea

French Polynesia

Kiribati

Tonga

Samoa

Federated States of Micronesia

Guam

Antarctica

Cape Royds

Port Lockroy

Weddell Sea

Livingston Island

Colborne Island

Adelaide Island

Anvers Island

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About us Teachers, Join Our Newsletter List! Where in the world?

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Great resource for web based learning. Free. Curriculum is all inclusive and engaging for kids.

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Youth Engagement

Nature Lab is The Nature Conservancy's youth curriculum platform.

Connect With Nature Middle school children birdwatch and learn about the species of birds during the First State National Park's Bioblitz outside Wilmington, Delaware. On May 20 and 21, 2016, the Nature Conservancy and the National Parks Service partnered with National Geographic to execute the First State National Park's first Bioblitz. Over the course of the two-day event, over 800 observations were recording and more than 300 species were identified. More than 30 volunteers, 200 middle and high school students, and 100 community members participated in nature walks, species inventories and educational science experiments. © Devan King/TNC

Nature is the fantastic factory that makes the building blocks of all our lives-food, drinking water, the stuff we own and the air we breathe. That's why The Nature Conservancy and its 1000+ scientists have created Nature Lab: to help students learn the science behind how nature works for us and how we can help keep it running strong.

Wildfires: Impact of Climate Change

The impacts of climate change can be seen in ecosystems in many ways. Some effects can be minor, and some can be more detrimental to the overall health of the ecosystem. Since ecosystems can manage changes well for a certain amount of time, changes can often be seen through long term research. Explore how wildfires leave a measurable impact on an ecosystem.

Ocean Heroes: Coastal Frontline Communities and Climate Justice

The health of the oceans is suffering, and this has affected some of us more than others. Coastal communities, and those who are less-advantaged because they have less access to resources and face increased societal oppression, are more at risk from rising sea levels and storms. But there's some amazing groups working around the world to make change.

Nature Lab at Home!

Grades 3-8 | Use our week-long thematic family guides to lead at-home enrichment activities! With videos and learning activities, including a weekly hands-on project to get outside safely, kids can explore nature right in their community. Download individual weekly guides below.

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Nature Lab is our hub for youth curriculum that gives teachers, students and families customizable, interactive lesson plans to explore and understand nature.

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This is a visually great way to introduce kids to the world around them!

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Aw snap! Google Earth isn't supported on your browser. You may need to update your browser or use a different browser. Please see our system requirements for more information. Chrome is a great choice and you can download it here.

Or if you're feeling adventurous, you can try Earth anyway by choosing an option below.

Learn more about Google Earth.

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Aw snap! Google Earth isn't supported on your browser. You may need to update your browser or use a different browser. Please see our system requirements for more information. Chrome is a great choice and you can download it here. Or if you're feeling adventurous, you can try Earth anyway by choosing an option below.

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From Sea Jellies to Redwood trees, there are lot of LIVE learning opportunities and they are easy to set up and navigate. Presenters are engaging.

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PORTS (Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students)® Program is a FREE distance learning program with California State Parks. PORTS uses the power of videoconferencing to support K-12 educators in designing deep and meaningful learning experiences for their students. Reaching digitally into

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The world's largest curation of animal web cams! Super fun to create a lesson/conversation around the live watching. One of my favorites.

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GRACE Gorilla Forest Corridor | Explore.org

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Watch live video of gorillas at the Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Center (GRACE) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa. Watch as the gorilla's pass through, graze on vegetation, and make their nest for their overnight slumber

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A few Alaska related to choose from. Registration opens October 15 and fills up fast.

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Distance Learning - Denali National Park & Preserve (U.S. National Park Service)

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This interactive virtual learning tool integrates 3D modeling and VR elements. Favorite tool by kids. Use this code to get 3 months free: NP-GAHS3

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Nearpod: Foster a love of learning in every student

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Create active learning experiences students can’t wait to be a part of.

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Center for Interactive Learning and Collab (CILC)

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While many of the VFT's here have a cost related, there are a few that are no-cost option. Plus these give ideas on what kinds of VFT to search out.

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If you would to help CILC to continue providing FREE programming to students, teachers, families and lifelong learners, please donate today!

Check our YouTube Channel for recordings of the programs you missed.

"We have thoroughly enjoyed every session! We've attended multiple times every week for the past month and we could not be more grateful to you for making such a diverse offering available." - Teacher -

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interactive video distance learning programs

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Center for Interactive Learning - CILC Interactive Content for Distance Learners

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Kids enjoy exploring what's available here. Occasional opportunity to see/experience a wildlife keeper in action.

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See elephants, lions and naked mole-rats on animal cams streaming live, 24/7 from the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.

Download Animal Cam Bingo Cards (link opens in new window). These activities are designed to engage learners of all ages in looking closely and thinking deeply about animal behavior and habitats. Welcome to the wild side of learning!

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The Zoo's animal webcams are some of the most famous on the internet. Tune in to watch the Zoo's elephants, lions and naked mole-rats - live, 24/7!

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This is fairly new and unknown to most. Connect students LIVE or use their prerecorded materials.

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While each program has suggested grade levels per the recommendation of the Hall of Fame's Educational Advisory Panel, the program topics and supplemental materials can be adapted to meet those grade levels not included. Each program will touch on the Pro Football Hall of Fame's mission, vision, and values. Please contact us at [email protected] to learn how this can be arranged.

**Materials are updated for the 2020-2021 school year**

1. Story of Pro Football - This program examines the "museum concept" brought to life through the use of priceless artifacts and historical documents, which illustrates the museum approach of conveying the history of pro football through artifacts/documents. The program includes a discussion on Northeast Ohio's historic ties to Pro Football and why the Hall of Fame is in Canton, Ohio. The 50-minute program which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades K-12. The
Supplemental Materials:

Classroom activity Supplemental video

This program examines the importance of education and the hundreds of careers available in and around the National Football League. A 10-minute career video, which examines a wide variety of careers with the San Francisco 49ers organization, is shown during this session. The 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 5-12.
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Supplemental Materials: Careers in the NFL -

Classroom activity SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

3. African American Trailblazers - This program examines the contributions of African American pioneers in pro football, beginning in 1904 with the signing of Charles Follis to modern day players and coaches. The 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 5-12.
Supplemental Materials:

Classroom activity SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

4. The Kansas Comet's Roommate - This program examines the relationship between Gold Jacket Gale Sayers and his teammate Brian Piccolo. Not only will students examine the historical implications of being one of the first black/white roommates in the NFL, but also the character traits each of these players displayed in order to overcome adversity both on and off the field. A segment from the TV movie Brian's Song will be shown to reinforce the topic. The 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with common core/national standards of education and is recommended for grades 5-12.
Supplemental Materials:

Classroom activity SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

5. What's with NFL Team Nicknames? - This program examines NFL team histories and how team nicknames were selected and the meaning behind those. Students will learn that not all teams are named from fan polls. Some team nicknames are deeply woven into the history of the communities or the geographic region in which they reside. The 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 4-12.
Supplemental Materials:

Classroom activity SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

6. Visual Art and the Hall of Fame Experience - This program examines the architectural features of the museum in addition to sculptures, paintings, prints, photographs, videography and commercial/graphic art. Students will learn ways these works of art help visitors understand and appreciate various aspects of historical and social contexts related to museum displays. The 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 6-12.
Supplemental Materials:

Classroom activity SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

7. Media and the NFL - This program examines the role of television in the history of the NFL and its impact on viewers. Students will receive an overview of the history of television in the NFL and gain knowledge about the growth of the NFL through television. The topic will also examine the growth of Super Bowl advertising and TV ratings. The 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 7-12.
Supplemental Materials:

Classroom activity SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

9. Rule Changes - This program examines the storied history of the NFL and the rule changes. From the scoring system to the forward pass to the "Grid Iron", the game of football has changed in many ways since it has begun. Students will problem solve and see how these changes have affected America's most popular sport. This 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 5-12.

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

This program examines current and former football players who not only excelled on the gridiron - but the court, diamond, pitch, ring and track as well. Students will learn that it's possible to succeed at the highest level in multiple sports. This 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 5-12.

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

13. The History of the Black College Football Hall of Fame and Historically Black Colleges and Universities - This program will overview the historical significance of the Black College Football Hall of Fame (BCFHOF) and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) on and off the field. Students will learn about the history of the BCFHOF and its founders James "Shack" Harris and Doug Williams. Students will also learn about the history of HBCU's and members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame who attended these universities. The 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 5-12.

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

15. Hall of Fame History and Selection Process - This program is going to dive into the history of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and how the building that houses the bronze busts of the greatest to ever be involved in professional football came to be. It will discuss the connection to the city of Canton, Ohio and all of the changes the building has gone through. This program will also answer one of the most asked questions the Hall of Fame gets - how do you become a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame? Our excellent museum staff will answer this question for you! The 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 5-12.

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

16. Pro Football Hall of Fame Virtual Scavenger Hunt - This program is designed to take your students inside the Pro Football Hall of Fame museum - as if they were actually visiting! Our Youth/Education staff will take your students on a "virtual" scavenger hunt, where the students will learn about the history of professional football. Students will be able to questions as they pop up during the video and can fill out their own answer sheet (The Hall of Fame will provide the link for both the video and answer sheet upon registration). The program, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades K-6 and 6-12.

CLASSROOM ACTIVITY SUPPLEMENTAL VIDEO

- The Hall of Fame is always willing to work with schools to custom make a program to meet a school's individual curriculum needs. Please email us at
[email protected] to learn how.

For more supplemental classroom activities and/or ideas for custom made programs, please view our Teacher Activity Guid

For more information contact our Youth & Education Team at[email protected]

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Monterey Bay Aquarium live cams also offer live feeding sessions in Pacific time. Super fun

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The Monterey Bay Aquarium Sea Otter Program has played an important role in the continued recovery of the southern sea otter population with our research, rescue, rehabilitation, and surrogacy work.

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With ten live cams to choose from, you can experience the wonder of the ocean no matter where you are. Be delighted by the antics of our sea otters or mellow out to the hypnotic drifting of our jellies. Tune in to one of the Monterey Bay Aquarium's web cams.

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Empatico | Connect Your Classroom to the World

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As China's most famous attraction, the Great Wall of China is an essential stop on all China tours. Commonly considered a wonder of the world, the Great Wall boasts a history of over 2,000 years and stretches more than 3,000 miles across several provinces of northern China, making it one of the most impressive ancient structures on the planet.

Virtual Tour of the Great Wall of China

Best Sections to Visit

Beijing is usually considered the main gateway to the Great Wall, since there are several world-famous sections of the Wall in the suburbs of Beijing, including Badaling, Mutianyu, Jinshanling, Juyongguan, Gubeikou, and Jiankou. These sections were built during the Ming dynasty between the 14th and 17th centuries and have been well preserved.

Of all the sections of the Great Wall near Beijing, Badaling is the most famous one. As a result, Badaling is the destination of choice for many large tour groups and is often very crowded. The nearby Juyongguan Great Wall features one of the three great mountain passes of the Great Wall but is almost as crowded as Badaling.

Mutianyu Great Wall is just as close as Badaling and offers wonderful views of the Great Wall and the surrounding hills with far fewer tourists. This section of the Wall also features a thrilling toboggan run that you can ride from the top of the Wall down to the bottom of the hill.

Due to their proximity, Badaling, Juyongguan, and Mutianyu are all doable as a half-day trip from downtown Beijing. We usually recommend Mutianyu over Badaling or Juyongguan, since the massive crowds at the latter two sections can ruin one's experience of this impressive structure.

Further away from Beijing, Jinshanling Great Wall is about 150 km northeast of downtown and it usually takes about two and a half hours to drive there. Despite the longer drive, Jinshanling is among the most stunning sections of the Great Wall. If your itinerary allows for one full day seeing the Great Wall, then we highly recommend a tour to Jinshanling.

Gubeikou and Jiankou can also be visited within a day tour from Beijing. Both sections have not been restored since they were first built in the Ming Dynasty, making them ideal choices for those who want to hike and experience the wild Great Wall. Do be aware that the Jiankou section features very steep and dangerous climbs and is only suitable for experienced hikers.

There are also some other famous sections of the Great Wall within or outside Beijing, such as Huanghuacheng, Simatai, and Shanhaiguan, but we only recommend these if you are visiting the Great Wall for a second time or planning a multi-day, in-depth Great Wall tour.

Great Wall Hiking and Camping

Due to its original purpose as a military defense, almost all sections of Great Wall were built on mountain ranges and thus involve some challenging climbs and uneven stairs, including the well-restored sections. If you are visiting a restored section but hike to the end of the renovated part, you will be able to see the unrestored part of the Great Wall.

For most visitors, Mutianyu and Jinshanling offer good, medium difficulty hikes, while still being very safe. For those looking for a serious hike along wild, unrestored portions of the Wall, we suggest the Jinshanling to Jinshanling East, or Gubeikou to Jinshanling routes. All these routes boast both unrestored and picturesque renovated sections of the Wall. However, please be aware that hikes along wild, unrestored parts of the Great Wall involve many steep climbs and loose bricks, and can be very dangerous in some places. (People can no longer hike through from Jinshanling to Simatai since the route was closed years ago.)

Camping on the Great Wall is usually banned, especially on the renovated sections. If you want to spend a night sleeping on the Great Wall, we can take you to a watchtower on the Gubeikou section of the Great Wall to experience the life of an ancient soldier and catch amazing sunrise/sunset views over the Wall.

Best Time to Visit

For all sections of the Great Wall near Beijing, the spring months (April to June) offer temperate weather and are great for climbing. In late April to early May, many trees begin to blossom, making this a particularly beautiful period to visit the Wall. Fall is also a nice time to visit, as temperatures are usually comfortable. October to early November are particularly picturesque, as the tree leaves on the mountains begin to change color. The winter months, from December to February, are cold and can be windy, but there are usually far fewer tourists on the Wall during these months. July and August are hot and humid, and thus not the best for long hikes. In addition, it's best to avoid hiking on the Wall after rain or snowfall because some parts can get very slippery.

You should also avoid visiting the popular sections, such as Badaling, Juyongguan, and Mutianyu, around National Day (the first week in October) and Spring Festival. August is also a busy time for the Badaling and Juyongguan sections, since students are on summer vacation and many families travel to these famous sections with their kids before the new school year starts. Learn more about how to avoid the crowds when traveling in China.

Great Wall of China Private Tour Packages

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As China's most famous attraction, the Great Wall of China is an essential stop on all China ... Virtual Tour of the Great Wall of China ...

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Some of these are paid sessions and many are free. These are preset, but are engaging and geared for the 1st-6th grade

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Virtual Field Trips | Guest Speakers | Collaborations Learn Around The World A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to promote global awareness and digital citizenship. "It's a big world ... Home Read More "

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Several cams to choose from. Well lit, so able to be seen at night.

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Open Today 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

Explore Ocean Voyager Built by the Home Depot

Find out more about Ocean Voyager, one of the largest single aquatic exhibits in the world.

Voyage Deeper Into Other Aquarium Experiences

Support Georgia Aquarium

Please consider supporting the Aquarium today so we can continue delivering amazing animal experiences for everyone.

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Ocean Voyager Live Webcam | Georgia Aquarium | See Whale Sharks

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Check out the live Webcam from our Ocean Voyager gallery, built by The Home Depot. Watch our whale sharks, manta rays and thousands of other species.

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Connect kids with Pulitzer Prize Journalists

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Promoting in-depth engagement with global affairs through quality international journalism across all media platforms & an innovative program of outreach & education.

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Tune in to see what is happening. Some great opportunity here!

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NASA live launches, landings, and events. Watch live broadcasts from NASA Television and NASA’s social media channels, and a schedule of upcoming live events including news briefings, launches and landings.

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While stated as VFT's, they are truly VLO's. Lots of museums to choose from.

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42 Virtual Field Trips for Families Who Want to Stay Inside

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Kids can go from Ellis Island to Mars without leaving the house.

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Explore the landscape of the world through this resource. Great for learning geography and other creative opportunities. Nearpod is connected and you can include any of 360 cities materials (VR) into your lessons.

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Stock 360° Panoramic Images and Videos for VR and More | 360Cities

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360Cities is the leading source of 360° panorama / VR media for education, publishing, advertising, film, and mobile apps & games. Become a 360Cities contributor and start creating, publishing, sharing, and earning money from your 360° panoramas and videos.

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This is one of MC's absolute favorite programs. Kids connect with kids all over the world, through connected learning projects. Super engaging for all ages.

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Engage students in globally connected projects created by teachers across the world.

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The world of tomorrow or I would say today, it is no more geographical boundaries ... We really need to know each other, to be tolerant of each other, to be understanding each other's practices, and respect the differences. So I see iEARN is going to play a pivotal role in making this happen.

Farah Kamal/ iEARN-Pakistan

It's impressive how my life has changed after meeting iEARN!...I can say that iEARN divided my professional career in two parts: before and after working with online projects in a collaborative and interactive way.

Almerinda Garibaldi/ iEARN-Brasil

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iEARN (International Education and Resource Network) is the world's largest non-profit global network that enables teachers and youth to use the Internet and other technologies to collaborate on projects that enhance learning and make a difference in the world.

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Connect classrooms with Peace Corp Volunteers

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Connect classrooms with Peace Corp Volunteers

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Currently the program is not running because of COVID, but this is an EPIC connection for classes.

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Benefits

There are Peace Corps Volunteers in every region of the world working at the grassroots level. Their stories, projects, and experiences can provide firsthand views of cultures not usually accessible through textbooks, films, and other familiar media.

Connecting

Educators submit a Request Form, including specific details of how they would like to connect to a Volunteer. Volunteers interested in participating in the activity will contact the educator directly. If you have already identified a Volunteer, enter their name and country of service in the Details about Connection box on the Request Form.

Interacting

There are many ways to interact. You might exchange pictures or letters, facilitate a webchat, or write a blog together. Once contact is made, you can work together to determine the specific time commitment and expectations of your connection.

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Free resource, they set you up with a scientist to match your interest. You decide the time/date together https://www.skypeascientist.com/

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I teach Intensive Needs and I love having my students explore. It helps with their multiple sensory.

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I'm hoping to learn about more digital tools to incorporate into my lessons. Perhaps I'll be able to use them with the Summer School session I'm teaching in July!

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I came because I always use digital stuff with my 5th graders. I check out new ideas every year to add to my year.

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I came because I always use digital stuff with my 5th graders. I check out new ideas every year to add to my year.

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Danielle Mesloh -I came back to teaching, specifically at the homeschool/corr program to help parents successfully teach their kids during the pandemic.  I know how hard it is to start homeschooling and even worse if you don't have help... so I am a contact teacher.  I am hoping to learn how to enhance and connect students to each other as well as the world.  I love this!

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Erika Jones- I am looking for new ways to engage students in virtual field trips and online programs. I love learning new things and am always looking for ways to make learning more accessible, engaging and meaningful.
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I came to this course to learn more about how to engage my students with virtual and digital tools. I enjoy hearing about fresh ideas and implementing them in my classroom.

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In language arts, especially during the Holocaust unit, virtual field trips to Holocaust museums would be powerful. During the dystopian unit, it would be cool to do something like what you did with Schools around the world--learning through digital/visual literacy.

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I'm like-minded as you in the sense that I enjoy taking videos wherever I go. I would create videos about places and activities in Alaska to show students in a different country. If I connected with a class in a different country, we could share our videos and meet students globally. However, I would have to brainstorm how to connect it to one of the units in our curriculum.

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I think both the VFT and VLO would benefit my class, depending on the unit I am teaching. When I would like students to explore an idea, such as Dystopian/Utopian, I would use VLO. The VFT would become useful when I would like students to learn about a specific topic and learn from an expertise. The Holocaust unit would include a VFT including a virtual talk from a Holocaust Survivor.

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“Do I see what you see?” sounds pretty cool. I’m interested in what this activity entails.

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The peace video really spoke to me. I was a health teacher for 3 years and SEL is a huge passion of mine. Even though I am working with homeschoolers now, SEL is a skill that all students need, and being able to meet with people around the world about peace, conflict resolution and seeing the world from a different perspective would be amazing! I think virtual field trips add reality to whatever you are teaching about. I think they make everything more real and relatable for the students who often only see the world from their family's view.

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I think a good starting point for me is to think about who I already know and what skills/talents they possess. I kept thinking about my high schools and somehow having my friends, who have various jobs, become virtual field trip leaders. For example, my husband is a heavy equipment operator and he could show the students what it's like to run the equipment and make the asphalt for roads. I also also friends that are engineers, cops, firemen, slope workers, bakers, printers, musicians, teachers, dentists, nurses, soldiers, stay at home moms, hair stylists, and massage therapists just to name a few. It would be wonderful to have a virtual job fair/virtual job field trips.

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How do you handle the host/cohosting of the field trips? Do most presenters use zoom? what would you say is the best or your favorite platform for virtual field trips? Do you meet with the presenters the day before to practice or just wing it?

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Danielle Mesloh -I love the concept of a global classroom.  The idea that we are all connected, matter, and make a difference has become a reality.  Encouraging students to find their voice in this new world of tech is important.  I am tossing around the idea of how to make all of this accessible to my homeschooling families... to give the tools they need to connect, explore, and broaden their education. The answers are all out there, all obtainable, all yours for the asking. I have 70 families with 130 students who I can help to open the world.

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Danielle Mesloh - One of the other teachers in my office used to live in Kivalina. I asked what the beach was like during the different times of the year. We thought it would be amazing to have people on the coastlines do a virtual field trip four times a year to see the changes on the beaches in Northern, Western, Aleutian, Central, and South East Alaskan. Depending on the class, we could discuss ecology, biology, or just weather and habitat. Bringing everyone together to see all of the areas we can't reach ourselves... what a great idea.

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Danielle Mesloh - I would like to create a page similar to what you have done with my families in mind... look at what classes everyone is taking this year and then develop a webpage with resources for jumping off. My job is to help the parents to teach... I hope to make it easier for them to access the same way you did for us.

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Danielle Mesloh - I had the same questions as Erika.  I was wondering if we had multiple sites (families/households) can you all attend from the multiple sites or would the students all need to be in our building.  With virtual classrooms like yours on canvas becoming so "normal," it seems we could easily have families from all over the state go on a virtual field trip.
I feel so small with my knowledge base as I look through all the links and possibilities.

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Most definitely, collaboration with others!  I envision using VF in teaching/learning about other cultures, obtaining background information, helping students process and synthesize their learning, and even as final projects to demonstrate learning.

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I'm guessing I'd reach out to local artists and experts but I'm still a bit confused on the tech tools we'd need to make this happen.  Would we record ourselves, make a video, or ...?

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I'm thinking VF is more hands-on learning while VL is more self-paced.  Both can be good, but VF would allow for more real, live, at-the-moment feedback while learning is happening.  VL can be good for processing and giving students time to ingest and synthesize their learning more.

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The photos on Global Education Alaska are amazing! This is exciting and a bit overwhelming. :)

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Anything to do with Science. That is the area I have least experience with. I also am looking forward to the global learning. I travel to Scotland every other summer and usually pop in to teach at my best friend's kids school about Alaska. I always bring back items as well. So the connection is valuable as Alaska tends to be small and away from others, so if you don't go out an explore, you never will.

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I tend to travel every other summer and video and take pictures to bring back and share. If I know of colleagues who travel during school time, I usually ask if they will facetime for a few minutes so the students can see people they know, somewhere else.

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I hope to incorporate virtual field trips and use digital resources more efficiently.  I want to engage my students in more conversations.

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Virtual field trips can be used as part of thematic units.  For my situation, science and social studies are areas that are not emphasized in the curriculum because I teach a small, multi- grade classroom that emphasizes social skills. Using virtual field trips will help engage my students and create some excitement for learning.

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I would reach out via email to local volcano experts to share about Alaska volcanoes while doing a unit on volcanoes.

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Use the Virtual Field Trip to launch a unit of study.  This can peak the students' interest.

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A code named Neal designed a cool learning page that allows you to dive deep into the ocean and showing you creatures that certain depths as you go down. All sorts of opportunities can be created using this.

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No sunlight is able to reach this deep.

Many deep-sea creatures cope by creating light themselves - also known as bioluminescence.

Narwhals dive to this depth up to 15 times a day in search for food.

The Japanese Spider Crab is the largest known crab with a maximum leg span of 3.8m.

Coelacanths were thought to be extinct until found alive in 1938.

Leatherback Sea Turtles are the oldest sea turtle species.

Giant Oarfish can grow up to 11m long.

Sixgill Sharks spend the day in deep waters and the night in shallow waters. They can be found all over the world.

Telescope Octopus are almost completely transparent and have unique protruding eyes.

Barreleye Fish have a transparent head that allows their eyes to collect more light.

Black Swallowers can swallow entire fish whole - even those vastly larger than themselves!

Vampire Squids eat marine snow - organic material that falls from shallower waters.

Headless Chicken Fish are sea cucumbers with wing-like fins that allow them to swim.

Colossal Squid are the largest known squid species. They can reach a length of 10 meters and weigh up to 700 kg.

The Orange Roughy can live up to 200 years. Deep sea life often have elongated life spans.

Meals are rare in the deep sea. Deep sea creatures have adapted to this - one Giant Isopod in captivity went five years without eating.

Many deep sea species use the color red as camouflage since it's the first color to leave the spectrum as you dive deeper.

Goblin Sharks are known as "living fossils" because they're the only living species of a lineage that has existed for 125 million years.

Is it a squid, or a worm? It's a worm.

Sea Angels are majestic sea slugs that use wings to propel themselves.

The Scaly-Foot Snail gets its name from the iron plates on its foot and the iron shell it makes out of Iron Sulphide.

Anglerfish have a large bioluminescent lure used to attract prey in the darkness.

Giant Tube Worms get their nutrients from hydrothermal vents.

Hydrothermal vents are formed from seawater passing through extremely hot volcanic rocks. They release heavy metals that are toxic to most animals.

But even in those extreme conditions specialized life finds a way to survive.

Yeti Crabs live on hydrothermal vents.

This is the average depth of the ocean.

But in some places it goes deeper.

Cuvier's Beaked Whales are the deepest diving mammals.

On April 14th, 1912 the Titanic sank to its final resting place at a depth of 3,800 meters.

This is the deepest point of the Manila Trench in the South China Sea.

Patagonian Toothfish have antifreeze proteins in its tissues to prevent freezing in sub zero temperatures.

Megamouth sharks are one of the largest growing shark species with some reaching 7 meters long.

The temperature here is near freezing and very few animals can survive the extreme pressure.

This shark takes cookie-shaped chunks out of its prey.

You have scrolled the height of Mount Everest.

Comb Jellies have been around for 500 million years. Despite looking like jellyfish, they are not closely related.

This is the lowest point of the Puerto Rico Trench.

This is the deepest point of the Java Trench in the Indian Ocean.

The USS Johnston sank in WWII and is the deepest shipwreck ever found.

More people have been to the Moon than the Hadal Zone.

Most of the Hadal Zone takes place in deep sea trenches.

Deep sea trenches form by a process called "subduction" where the Earth's tectonic plates meet and push together.

The deep sea can be a lonely place.

Life here is sparse - the extreme conditions make survival difficult.

But still not impossible.

So little is known about life in these deep environments. Almost every expedition uncovers something new.

Many probes and submarines have been lost trying to reach the deepest parts of the ocean.

On January 23rd, 1960, about 9 years before the moon landing, humans went where they never had before.

Two men, Jacques Piccard and Don Walsh, onboard the submarine Trieste slowly descended into the Mariana Trench.

Their goal was to reach The Challenger Deep - the deepest point in the ocean.

The submarine used a re-breather system that would later be used in spacecraft. There was barely enough space inside the pressure sphere for both of them.

The immense pressure of the deep sea means any mistake would mean certain death.

During the descent, one of the window panes cracked and shook the entire vessel.

Nevertheless, they continued.

Even at these unfathomable depths, Jacques and Don could still see life out the window. Life can survive unimaginable environments.

After 4 hours and 47 minutes of anxiety and claustrophobia...

They succeeded and became the first humans to reach the deepest point in the ocean.

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An interactive page that lets you scroll down the ocean. Visit the great depths of the Mariana Trench and discover all the sea creatures hidden beneath.

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These live streams are awesome! There are also a lot of opportunities to teach about the challenges in the ocean with Monterey Bay Seafood Watch and other resources they offer for teachers. Click on each of the pink links to take you to the resource.

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If you have VR gear, you can have your class take an epic trip into the rainforest to learn, see, and explore

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A bold plan to protect Amazonia

Amazonia - the forests and wetlands of the Amazon River basin and Guiana Shield in South America - is invaluable to human well-being: We need it to breathe, store carbon and provide critical medicines.

Building on nearly 30 years of working in the Amazon, Conservation International and its partners are pursuing the ambitious goal to achieve zero net deforestation in Amazonia by 2020 to protect essential resources, mitigate climate change and increase prosperity for all people.

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Watch Conservation International’s new VR and 360 video experience in the Amazon, #UnderTheCanopy

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Such a cool way to introduce students to the world! Also gives some inspiration for students to create their own version

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Aiko and Shin are half Canadian and half Japanese. They were born in Canada, but moved to Japan when they were 7 and 4. This is what their everyday life in J...

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Connect with a local private pilot (easily found by google), and have them show students the inside of the cockpit. Then, maybe the pilot can take you into the air. After, students can research more about different aircraft HERE

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Will we go to Mars one day? Can we design planes that are friendlier for our planet? Will your food fly to your door on a drone? Thanks to our aerospace games, find out now: design a rocket, learn how planes fly and imagine the future here! Are you ready to dive into the unknown?

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Will we go to Mars one day? Can we design planes that are friendlier for our planet? Will your food fly to your door on a drone? Thanks to our aerospace games, find out now: design a rocket, learn how planes fly and imagine the future here!

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I am making a big grade level switch. Looking to spice up center rotations and science as well as find something new!

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Wouldn't it be awesome to supplement all the curricula?

I definitely don't want science to fall by the wayside in my room; I will look to VFTs and VLOs to keep it rich.

That's my first step. Once that is lined out, linking "connectedness" to Social Studies and SEL is my next goal.

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When you spoke of "International Dot Day" around September 13th I immediately thought of a prior student who is an artist and makes pointillism pieces. How great it would be to have Brittany as a guest in my classroom. I immediately looked up her instagram and made a note.

But then that led me to consider ALL past students... some are on their way to being doctors, weightlifting athletes, hockey players, firefighters... and on and on!  (The only problem with this is my students might consider how old I am getting to be!)

Planning. For me, it's going to come down to serious mapping and early inquiry/search.

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I've LOVED social studies since I was a child. Learning social studies topics, science topics the VFT way ~ is not like a topic, but an experience!  It's as close to being present across the globe as possible from a classroom!

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I really enjoy views of mountains and from mountains; however, body injuries keep me from engaging in hiking trips now.  So...I'd love to procure an interactive VFT featuring mountain climbers scaling a famous Alaskan peak or a high peak in another country.

Also, we Alaskans know about our arctic lands, but what are the similarities and differences between our arctic and life in Antarctica?  Would be so cool to zoom in a VFT with scientists in Antarctic - with the ability to listen, learn and ASK QUESTIONS too!  :D

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Do you remember those fabulous 2nd grade social studies texts developed by our own ASD team and complete with online resources including archive photos and videos?  Well, I bet in your school those awesome texts with digital resources likely haven't been out of a dark closet in at lease 3 years & like 5 years!  So, I'd like to use that 2nd grade text and add units of intriguing VFT's featuring important and unique locations in Alaska.  Our students' classroom experience with social studies was sad (okay, pitiful) even 3 years before covid.

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If you're not using a speaker's bureau to locate an interesting soul to show, teach, share, ask questions, answer questions and provide an amazing visual experience with awesome visuals - how do you go about locating a quality speaker on a specific topic you'd like to feature?

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I reserve the right to ask later, as there is so much information, I need more time to process and play with to find questions.

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I really am hoping I can find some History Connections because I teach the beginning of our country but we live so far away from the East Coast, that I'm hoping we could have a closer connection to it.

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I really am hoping I can find some History Connections because I teach the beginning of our country but we live so far away from the East Coast, that I'm hoping we could have a closer connection to it.

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I was kicking around the idea that since my kids write a research paper on a state, that I could reach out to people on several digital tech facebook groups I'm on and ask if anyone from those states could zoom with us. Then I would have my kids share with them about Alaska while they learn from kids in that state they are researching.

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I was kicking around the idea that since my kids write a research paper on a state, that I could reach out to people on several digital tech facebook groups I'm on and ask if anyone from those states could zoom with us. Then I would have my kids share with them about Alaska while they learn from kids in that state they are researching.

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Maybe make a "Who Cares" section to the end of each Science and History unit. Maybe a time where each time I will find a FT or VL connection so kids can see how it is in the real world and what it looks like.

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Maybe make a "Who Cares" section to the end of each Science and History unit. Maybe a time where each time I will find a FT or VL connection so kids can see how it is in the real world and what it looks like.

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With the district buying Pear Deck for everyone, what's your reasoning for recommending Nearpod? Don't they do about the same thing? Is there a reason why it would be better for these activities?

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With the district buying Pear Deck for everyone, what's your reasoning for recommending Nearpod? Don't they do about the same thing? Is there a reason why it would be better for these activities?

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I plan on keeping a small notebook to collect tech-y ideas that connect to curriculum by subject. All too often I think of an idea or research something but forget about implementation.

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Great article and site: prodigy

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Top primary sites for VFT or VLO?

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I am going to try to find virtual field trips and experiences at least once a month to connect to what I am teaching or even what the students are interested in learning about.