Texas Education Telecommunications Network

This interactive presentation allows students the opportunity to investigate the relationship between the anatomy and the ecology, including the dietary habits, of different species of bats. An experience you will not want to miss. LIVE bats take part in this program! Look at their transparent wings, learn how a free-tailed bat gets its name, and watch them munch down on mealworms!

For more information, please contact Lori Hamm-Neckar, Distance Learning Technician at Region Eleven Telecommunications Network (RETN).

Do you like the show Mythbusters? We do too! That’s why we’re going to bust some myths during a live videoconference. On the schedule: Are yawns contagious? And will toad urine cause warts? Don’t miss this scientifically awesome live videoconference created for – and by – students!

Want to get involved? We encourage classes to bust the myths as well and share their data at the videoconference. We’ll have a bust-off!

Audience: Grades 1-6

Meet the nine-banded armadillo and the striped skunk. Although their natural defense behaviors are beneficial to them in the wild, these same behaviors do not fare well with their urban cohabitants. Most people cannot help but turn up their noses when they think about these two animals, but after our class, we hope your feelings change. Join us as we clear up some common untruths and add clarity to their adaptations with the help of Mac and Segonku, our friendly guest stars!

For more information, please contact Lori Hamm-Neckar, Distance Learning Technician at Region Eleven Telecommunications Network (RETN).

The Sam Houston State University, Department of Agricultural and Industrial Science presents this two day professional development opportunity. This workshop is on June 11, 12, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The topics of the workshop will include each of the Units of Instruction from the Advanced Animal Science class. Presentations will focus upon instructional strategies, laboratories and assessment methods. All workshop participants are asked to bring lesson plan and laboratory and assessment methods. All workshop participants are asked to bring lesson plans and laboratory examples to share.

Please click here to register. After you register, please notify your local Education Service Center. If you have any questions, please contact Erika R. Tijerina, TETN/IVC Facilitator at Region 6 Education Service Center.

Can’t afford Lab equipment for complex experiments? For many public and private schools, access to expensive lab equipment just isn't possible. Enter iLabCentral, a one shop stop for remotely accessed scientific instruments. Utilizing iLabCentral students and educators can access a host of scientific instruments such as inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectrometers, geiger counters, heat exchangers, shake tables, and neutron spectrometers. Learn how your students can access these amazing tools in this one hour video conference.

This session introduces teachers to the many interactive and engaging music programs that we have to offer through a live videoconference with Manhattan School of Music's Distance Learning Program Coordinator. We will provide a tutorial on using our website, give an overview of our content and programming, show video clips from past sessions, and include ample time for questions and group discussion. Join us for this free presentation and learn how to use videoconference technology to teach music in your school!

Not quite sure what Project Share is? Hesitant to join this state supported learning environment? Get a basic introduction in this one hour event presented by Epsilen’s own Paula Murray.

NASA's Digital Learning Network opens doors for interaction between NASA experts, education specialists, and students. Primarily a videoconference project, the DLN provides national standard-based educational modules relating to NASA four mission areas: Aeronautics, Exploration Systems, Space Opeartions, and Science. This program is an overview of the events and opportunities available for students and teachers. Learn how the DLN can be used to bring engaging "as only NASA can" classroom modules, professional development, and special events to your classroom.

Registration: http://www.tetnplus.net/event_non_student_details.aspx?eventID=373

June 18, 2012 – 9-10 AM CT

DocsTeach

Audience: Teachers Grades K-12

Join the National Archives, David Rosenbaum, and learn how students can access primary source documents and a host of educational activities at the National Archives Docs Teach web site.

Registration: http://www.tetnplus.net/event_non_student_details.aspx?eventID=374

June 20, 2012 – 9-10 AM CT

e-Missions

Audience: Math and Science Teachers Grades K-12

e-Missions™ are simulated, problem-based, learning adventures delivered right into the classroom via distance learning technology. Join Barbara Crawshaw for an introduction to e-Missions.

Registration: http://www.tetnplus.net/event_non_student_details.aspx?eventID=375

June 21, 2012 – 9-10 AM CT

IPEVO in the Classroom

Audience: Teachers Grades K-12

Join former classroom teacher John Korb as he relates IPEVOs role in his efforts to create a paperless classroom, and learn how IPEVOs inexpensive document camera solutions can be integrated into classroom curriculum.

Registration: http://www.tetnplus.net/event_non_student_details.aspx?eventID=376

Our character education series Heart of a Hall of Famer continues with a video conference on Friday, May 18 at 10:00 AM and again at 11:30 AM ET. Join Pro Football Hall of Fame running back Thurman Thomas as he talks about the traits that made him one of the game's greatest. Thomas, the NFL’s MVP in 1991, amassed nearly 17,000 all-purpose yards in his playing career. Thomas is currently the President of the Thurman Thomas Global Energy Group (TTGEG). TTGEG administers and markets demand response, energy procurement and energy efficiency services to industrial, commercial and retail customers on a global level.

Each session is limited to six interactive schools and unlimited view only. Test connections will take place on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 10:00 AM ET. The program is designed for grades 6th-12th and is FREE of charge. These spots will fill quickly so act fast.

Heart of a Hall of Famer Series featuring the Cleveland Browns’ Frostee Rucker

Our character education series Heart of a Hall of Famer continues with a video conference on Tuesday, May 29 at 12:00 noon ET. Join Cleveland Browns defensive end Frostee Rucker as he talks about the character traits that helped him make it into the National Football League. Rucker begins his first season with the Browns this year. Previously, he spent the first five seasons of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals. Frostee is a very community-minded individual and his been involved with numerous organizations to give back including The Salvation Army and his foundation Frostee’s Challenge.

This is an interactive program and is limited to six interactive schools and unlimited view only. Test connections will take place on Thursday May 24 at 12:00 noon ET. The program is designed for grades 6th-12th and is FREE of charge. These spots will fill quickly so act fast.

If you are interested in participating register for this event at http://www.profootballhof.com/education/heart_of_a_hall_of_ famer_registration.aspx. For more information contact mailto:EducationalPrograms@profootballhof.com.

FREE Student Programs from the KC3 (Kids Creating Community Content) Contest are now being posted on the CILC website. You can search all programs or narrow your search by category. To view all available programs visit: http://www.cilc.org/calendar-kc3.aspx