| What: |
Videoconferencing programs broadcast live from Zoo exhibits |
| Who: |
Grades One - 12 |
| Where: |
At your school. Must have access to two-way audio/video teleconferencing equipment that runs at a speed of 384 kbps or higher. The Zoo currently connects though ISDN or IP technology. |
| When: |
Tuesdays, September and October
Monday through Thursday, November through March |
| Time: |
Flexible. Each session is 40 minutes in length. |
| Cost: |
$150 per session. $30 per set of extra materials. |
| How: |
We will begin scheduling for the 2009 - 2010 school year on August 1, 2009.
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Visit the Zoo without ever leaving your classroom! The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium broadcasts videoconferencing programs directly from animal exhibits and incorporates a variety of hands-on activities into every class. Each teacher will receive a teacher packet upon scheduling a program. This packet will contain information and materials for each session, as well as ideas for pre- and post-visit activities. Additional sets of materials are available for $30.
Topics Include:
Grade One through Grade Three
Grade Three through Grade Six
Grade Six through Grade 12
Cancellation Policy: Programs cancelled less than 3 weeks (21 days) before the scheduled date of a videoconference will pay the full price of the program unless they reschedule. The first reschedule date will be free of charge. A $30 processing fee will be charged for every schedule change made beyond the first reschedule.