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.
 


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
Underwater Expedition

Grade Three through Grade Six
 

Grade Six through Grade 12
I Want to Work at a Zoo Animals in Jeopardy

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.