New Jersey Videoconferencing Resource Guide

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1 New Jersey Videoconferencing Resource Guide

2 Welcome to the New Jersey Videoconferencing Resource Guide for K- 20 educators (VK20). Bring the exciting world of museums, zoos, authors, experts and students from around the state into your classroom. This guide is a collaborative effort of Rutgers University Center for Mathematics, Science and Computer Education, NJEdge.net P20 Initiative, and the Garden State Distance Learning Consortium. It is supported by Verizon. The VK20 guide is a gateway to New Jersey resources as well as national programming that can be accessed via videoconferencing. This database will allow you to search by grade level, content area, or content provider to find programs that enhance and excite your classrooms. Watch for upcoming details on the searchable database. Through video conferencing, teachers and students gain access to resources beyond the four walls of their classrooms. With over 200 programs the VK20 project provides a comprehensive New Jersey resource guide and website to assist educators in locating content-rich programming for their students. Peer to peer opportunities which enable exciting and informative classroom sharing projects are also found in the guide. Educators can also locate professional development programs they can participate in from their school or other local videoconferencing site. We would like to thank all the content providers and educators throughout New Jersey and in neighboring states for all their contributions. The VK20 guide will be updated periodically. Educators who are interested in having their name in the Peer to Peer directory should go to Content providers who would like to be listed in this guide should contact Judy Bornstein (jsborn@rci.rutgers.edu, ). Educators who would like to contribute names of local content providers inadvertently left out if this guide should contact Judy Bornstein (jsborn@rci.rutgers.edu, ).

3 Table of Contents Content Provider Page Number American Labor Museum Battleship New Jersey Brian Friedlander, Ph.D Camden Children s Garden Cape May County Park and Zoo Center for Holocaust Studies at Brookdale College Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education Center for Mathematics, Science and Computer Education Clifton Public Schools College of Saint Elizabeth Holocaust Education Resource Center Dianne Ochiltree, Author Dr. Robert Nahory Fort Mifflin on the Delaware Global Education Motivators Historic Cold Spring Village Historically Speaking Intrepid Museum Liberty Science Center Linden Public Schools Manhattan School of Music Maurice Elias Ph.D Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts Museum of Modern Art Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences New Jersey Department of Education New Jersey Performing Arts Center New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Memorial and The Vietnam Era Education Center Ocean of Know Philadelphia Museum of Art PRISM Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts Science in the Cinema The Museum of Television and Radio The Newark Museum Dr. Vanita Braver Warren County Technical School Appendix: Program Listings by Disciplines Content Provider Contact Information Peer to Peer Directory About the Partners

4 American Labor Museum 83 Norwood St. Haledon, NJ Angelica M. Santomauro, Ed.D. Phone: Fax: Web: The overall purpose of the American Labor Museum is to advance public understanding of the history of work, workers, and the labor movement throughout the world. To this end the museum emphasizes four specific themes: The history of the organized labor movement; Labor in contemporary society; The changing nature of work and the workplace in the US; and the culture of working people, with special attention to the ethnic and immigrant aspects of their lives. The Museum is headquartered in the Botto House National Landmark, home of immigrants and meeting place for workers during the Paterson Silk Strike of Fees are $100 for distance learning classes for schools and organizations that are not members of the Museum, the Partners in Distance Learning, or the Garden State Distance Learning Consortium. Members fee will be $75. A. Philip Randolph & the Pullman Porters Description: The distance learning class tells the story of the founding of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and its dynamic leader, who became a pioneering African-American labor leader and spokesperson for the Civil Rights Movement. Students are invited to create a watercolor picture. (Schools must supply visual arts materials to students prior to the lesson.) Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 1.2, 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 3-5, Teachers Fee: $ $ A. Phillip Randolph, the Pullman Porters & the Civil Rights Movement Description: This distance learning class tells the story of the founding of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and its dynamic leader, who became a pioneering African- American labor leader and spokesperson for the Civil Rights Movement. Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 4-6, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $

5 American Textile Industry, Present Description: The distance learning class traces the history of textile manufacturing, with special attention to Paterson, NJ. The impact of new technology, immigrant workers and labor unions are considered. Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.4, 6.5 Grade Levels: 4-6, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $ Botto House, An Immigrant s Home in 1908 Description: The distance learning class examines the daily home- and work-life of Haledon, New Jersey s Botto family, Italian immigrant factory workers of the early 1900 s. Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5, 6.6 Grade Levels: 4-6, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $ Child Labor, 1900-Present Description: The distance learning class looks at the history of child labor and considers national and international contemporary attitudes toward child labor. Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 1.2, 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 4-6, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $

6 History of the Photoengravers Union Local 1, Description: This distance learning class traces the development of this branch of the printing industry and the union struggles of its workers. Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 4-6, 6-8, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $ Immigrants and the American Dream Description: This distance learning class explores the experiences of immigrants. Students are invited to create a collage. (Schools must supply visual arts materials to students prior to the lesson.) Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 3-5, Teachers Fee: $ $ Justice, Do It! Stopping Child Labor Description: The distance learning class looks at the student-run organization Free the Children s efforts to end child labor. Students are invited to perform a skit about child labor. Disciplines: Social Studies, Performing Arts NJ Standards: 1.2, 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 3-5, Teachers Fee: $ $

7 Paterson, New Jersey: The Silk City Description: The distance learning class examines Paterson s silk mills of the early 1900 s through historic photographs and artifacts. Students are invited to weave a bookmark. (Schools must supply visual materials to students prior to the lesson). Disciplines: Social Studies, Fine Arts, Performing Arts NJ Standards: 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 3-5, Teachers Fee: $ $ Paul Robeson ( ): American Hero Description: This distance learning class studies the life and accomplishments of this athlete, actor, singer, lawyer, and civil rights leader. Disciplines: Social Studies, Performing Arts NJ Standards: 1.3, 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 4-6, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $ Practicing Tolerance in the Workplace. Description: This distance learning class teaches conflict resolution skills. Students are invited to role-play. Disciplines: Performing Arts, Social Studies NJ Standards: 3.4, 9.1, 9.2 Grade Levels: 3-5, Teachers Fee: $ $

8 Sol Stein: Immigrant, Labor Leader & Humanitarian. Description: The distance learning class explores the life and career of this New Jersey resident who served as General President of the Textile Workers Union. Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 1.2, 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 4-6, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $ Solidarity Forever: Organized Workers, 1990-Present Description: This distance learning class traces the development of the American labor movement and discusses how workers won an 8-hour day, minimum wage and safety standards. Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 3.4, 6.1, 6.2 Grade Levels: 4-6, 6-8, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $ Solidarity! Labor Unions Today. Description: The distance learning class tells the story of Doreen Cronin s popular book, Click, Clack, Moo: Cows that Type. Students are invited to create a union logo. (Schools must supply visual arts materials to students prior to the lesson.) Disciplines: Fine Arts, Social Studies NJ Standards: 1.2, 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 3-5, Teachers Fee: $ $

9 What is a National Landmark? Description: The distance learning class looks at the Botto House s role as a haven for free speech and assembly during the Paterson Silk Strike of Students are invited to design and decorate a national landmark. (Schools must supply visual arts materials to students prior to the lesson). Disciplines: Social Studies, Fine Arts NJ Standards: 1.2, 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 3-5, Teachers Fee: $ $ Women at Work: Paterson Silk Strike of 1913 Description: The distance learning class examines the types of factory jobs held by women and how they were treated in their workplaces. It considers the dynamic role of women workers during the strike. Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 4-6, 6-8, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $ Workers Struggles Which Led to Strikes, 1900-Present Description: The distance learning class examines historic labor struggles and workers goals and achievements. It defines a strike and a boycott and discusses why they take place. Disciplines: Social Studies NJ Standards: 3.4, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5 Grade Levels: 4-6, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $ $

10 Battleship New Jersey 62 Battleship Place Camden, NJ Terri Dariano Phone: Fax: Web: The Battleship New Jersey, our nation s most decorated battleship, is located along the Camden Waterfront in Camden, New Jersey. American history comes alive aboard this 887 foot long, 45,000 ton memorial. A visit to the Big J in person or via videoconferencing will provide an educational experience that will long be remembered. Eyewitness to American History Description: In this 40-minute program, your students will have the opportunity to conduct an exercise in oral history with a veteran of America s armed forces. Students will learn about the history of the Battleship New Jersey and its role in World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Beirut Crisis of the 1980 s. Teachers will receive an educational packet prior to the session, which includes suggested preparatory classroom activities, a Teacher s CD-Rom, and Battleship Identity Cards. Disciplines: Social Studies, Language Arts, Cross-curricular NJ Standards: 6.1, 6.1, 6.4, Grade Levels: 4-6, 6-8, 7-9, 9-12 Fee: $ $

11 Brian Friedlander 174 Stephensburg Rd. Port Murray, NJ Dr. Brian Friedlander Phone: Fax: Web: Dr. Brian S. Friedlander is a licensed and certified school psychologist with expertise in the area of assistive technology. Dr. Friedlander maintains an assistive technology practice, which provides assessments, workshops and individual training in the area of assistive computer technology. He is an Assistant Professor of Education at College of St. Elizabeth and an adjunct faculty member at Leslie University, where he teaches courses in educational technology. Dr. Friedlander is also the co-author of Engaging the Resistant Child Through Computers: A Manual to Facilitate Social Emotional Learning, Maurice J. Elias, Ph.D., Brian S. Friedlander, Ph.D and Steven E. Tobias, Psy.D; New York: National Professional Resources, Dr. Friedlander is featured in the video: Assistive Technology A Way to Differentiate Instruction for Students with Disabilities which is available at He is also the publisher of Inclusion Times, a nationally distributed special education newsletter which is published by AssistiveTek, LLC. He also moderates the Assistive Technology egroup which can be accessed by going to http: //groups.yahoo.com/group/attechnology Dr. Friedlander is a frequent presenter on the topic of assistive technology at National and State conferences. Dr. Friedlander can be reached at brian@assistivetek.com. An Introduction to Assistive Computer Technology:Meeting the Challenge in the Classroom Description: Disciplines: Participants will be introduced to the various hardware and software solutions that can assist students in the classroom. Low and high tech solutions will be discussed and demonstrated. Participants will gain an understanding of the role of assistive computer technology as mandated by special education rules and regulations. Participants will be introduced to alternative keyboards, AlphaSmarts, word prediction software, speech recognition, and text to speech readers. Special Needs, Language Arts, Cross-curricular NJ Standards: Grade Levels: Teachers Fee: $ IP 8

12 Differentiated Reading through the Use of Assistive Technology Description: Disciplines: In this workshop participants will learn how they can use a variety of assistive technology tools to help differentiate reading instruction in the classroom. With reading disabilities on the rise in the classroom, it is important for teachers to learn about tools that will allow their students access to the material that is found in the books that they are using. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of text to speech applications and other reading technologies that will allow them to differentiate your reading instruction. Participants will find out how electronic texts can be acquired and how to bring text into the computer so that it can be accessed by students. Participants will learn about resources on the Internet to access electronic books. Cross-curricular, Language Arts, Social Studies, Special Needs, Science NJ Standards: Grade Levels: Teachers Fee: $ Writing and Literacy using Assistive Technology Description: Disciplines: In this workshop, participants will explore how they can use visual organizers, word prediction software, and talking word processors with their students to improve writing skills. The presenter will demonstrate the following applications: SOLO, Inspiration, Writer's Companion, Intellitalk III, and discuss the use of Alphasmarts in the classroom. Special Needs, Cross-curricular NJ Standards: Grade Levels: Teachers Fee: $

13 Camden Children s Garden 3 Riverside Drive Camden, NJ Betsy Payne Phone: Fax: bpayne@camdenchildrensgarden.org Web: The Camden Children s Garden Education Program Distance Learning and On-Site lessons follow the NJ Department of Education Core Curriculum Content Standards and the American Association for the Advancement of Science Benchmarks for Science Literacy. Lessons are also available in Spanish. A Leaf of a Different Color Description: Why do leaves change color in the fall? Follow a leaf from beneath the bud in winter to a mulch pile the following fall. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.5, 5.6, 5.10 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Are You My Mother? Description: Explore a wide variety of seeds. Touch and sort the seeds by color, size, and shape. What is the largest and smallest seed? Match a seed to the plant it produces. For our on-site audience, plant a seed and take it home. Length: 30 minutes Appropriate for grades: K-2. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.3, 5.5, 5.6, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: K-3 Fee: $ $

14 Birds of a Feather Description: Birds are very interesting animals. Learn how different species of birds have adapted to survive in the environments in which they are found. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.2, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Bountiful Biodiversity Description: Biodiversity affects our lives every day. What is biodiversity and why is it important to us? This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.2, 5.5, 5.8, 5.10, 6.1, 6.2 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Bouquet for Butterflies Description: Why are some flowers very special for butterflies while other flowers have very few visitors? Take a closer look at pollination and who pollinates what flower? Some flowers have different shapes to welcome some pollinators while shutting out the competition. Length: 45 minutes Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.3, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: 4-6 Fee: $ $

15 Butterfly Habits Description: What makes a butterfly an insect? How do they protect themselves? Where do they go in the winter? Learn about the interesting life cycle of butterflies and the ways evolution has helped them protect themselves from becoming someone else s lunch. Length: 45 minutes Appropriate for grades: 3-4. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.5, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: 2-4 Fee: $ $75.00 Carnivorous Plants Description: Did you know that some plants eat insects? Learn where these plants live and why they need the extra nutrition. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.2, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Chocolate and Vanilla Description: Ever wonder where these fabulous flavors come from? Explore the intriguing food web and processes that bring us two of the most delectable food products to our homes. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.5, 5.8, 5.10, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.5, 6.6. Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $

16 DNA Typing Description: How can the police discover which suspect is guilty of the crime committed with just a sample of saliva? Learn about DNA and how it can be used in forensic science. Length: 45 mins Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5 Grade Levels: 7-9, 9-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Genetics: Mendel s Peas Description: Discover dominant and recessive traits among yourselves, then study peas. Figure it all out on a Punnett Square. Length: 45 minutes Disciplines: Science, Math NJ Standards: 4.4, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.7 Grade Levels: 7-9, 9-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Germination Description: Have you ever looked inside of a seed? Compare and contrast different types of seeds by their leaf structure and learn the function of each part. Illustrate the plant life cycle. Length: 45 minutes Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: 4-6 Fee: $ $

17 Grasses for the Masses Description: Can you name four grasses that we eat? Learn about the importance of grains to all cultures around the world. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Have Seed, Will Travel Description: Check out how and why seeds travel from their parents. Some plants hitchhike, while some blow in the wind. Can you guess which seeds float? How do animals help seeds travel? For our on-site audience, plant a seed in an ecopot, and then take it home. Length: 45 minutes Appropriate for grades: 3-4. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.5, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: 2-4 Fee: $ $75.00 Hungry, Hungry Caterpillar Description: Did you ever wonder what a caterpillar does in a garden? Join us and get the answers to your caterpillar questions. Trace the development of a butterfly from an egg to an adult. We will read and act out parts from Eric Carle s, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Length: 30 minutes. Appropriate for grades: K-2. Disciplines: Science, Performing Arts NJ Standards: NJS: 3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 5.1, 5.5., 5.10 Grade Levels: K-3 Fee: $ $

18 Learning from the Lorax. Description: Learn why it is important to conserve natural resources. We will read Dr. Seuss s The Lorax and discuss the effects of deforestation. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 3.1, 3.3, 3.4, 5.1, 5.4, 5.5, 5.8, 5.10, 6.1, 6.2 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Let it Rot! Description: Take a look at recycling for your garden. Don t waste all your treasures by tossing them in the garbage; create a mini compost heap. Learn which things to add and which to avoid in a healthy compost pile, and which critters can help. Length: 45 minutes. Appropriate for grades: 3-4. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.8, 5.10, 6.6. Grade Levels: 2-4 Fee: $ $75.00 Naturally Nutritious Description: What happens to body chemistry on an unbalanced diet? Learn why an apple a day keeps the doctor away. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 2.2, 5.1, 5.5, 5.6, 5.7 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $

19 Ocean Floors Description: Where are ocean vents and what kinds of organisms live there? Starting where the land meets the sea, learn about what kinds of plants and animals live in our oceans. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.2, 5.5, 5.6, 5.8, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Photosynthesis Description: Discover the source of life on the planet and learn how trees can transform this vital energy from the sun into food. What parts of a tree play a role in transforming the vital energy from the sun into food? Length: 45 minutes Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.3, 5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 5.10 Grade Levels: 4-6 Fee: $ $75.00 Recipe for Soil Description: What is going on below your feet? Take a close-up look at soil, its many components and the organisms that live in it. Create your own soil recipe, then for our on-site audience, plant a seed to take home and see if your plant likes your special concoction. Length: 30 minutes Appropriate for grades: K-2. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.3, 5.6, 5.8, 5.10 Grade Levels: K-3 Fee: $ $

20 Soil Detective Description: It s a dirty job, but someone s got to do it! Get out those test tubes and soil samplers. Check the ph and use a thermometer to determine soil temperature. Identify and classify different types of soil. Length: 45 minutes Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.8, 5.10 Grade Levels: 4-6 Fee: $ $75.00 Tree Detective Description: What is a tree? Did you know trees have names? How do scientists classify trees? We will look at various characteristics that help identify and classify a tree. We ll examine leaves, bark, and buds to observe more closely the differences among tree species. Length: 45 minutes Appropriate for grades: 3-4 Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.3, 5.5, 5.8 Grade Levels: 2-4 Fee: $ $75.00 Tree Homes Description: Some scientists claim that a tree can be home to 500 creatures. What parts of a tree are used by these organisms and how are they used? Explore the many creatures that depend on trees. Length: 30 minutes Appropriate for grades: K-2. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.5, 5.8, 5.10 Grade Levels: K-3 Fee: $ $

21 Tropical Rainforests Description: Disciplines: Discover the wonders of the tropical rainforests. Learn why they are so important to all our lives. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Science NJ Standards: 5.5, 5.8, 5.10, 6.1, 6.2, 6.5, 6.6 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Weird Weather Description: Weather affects our every day lives, even if we do not think about it every day. Learn about atmospheric changes that cause the weather we see and feel. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8, 5.9, 5.10, 6.1, 6.6 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Wetlands Description: Explore wetlands around the Delaware River through story and pictures. Discuss the many reasons why wetlands are important. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.3, 5.5, 5.7, 5.8, 5.10, 6.1, 6.2, 6.6. Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $

22 Where s the Water? Description: Disciplines: Have you ever wondered where the snow goes when it melts from the top of a mountain in the Spring? Follow a water molecule on an interesting journey that can last the life span of the Earth. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8, 5.10, 6.1, 6.2, 6.6. Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Wondrous Whales Description: What makes whales different from dolphins? Learn how many different whales there are and what makes each species unique. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 5.1, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.10, 6.1, 6.2, 6.6 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Yummy Plant Parts Description: Did you know that a carrot is a root and a potato is a tuber? Learn what part of a plant your favorite vegetable comes from. This class can be adapted to specific grade levels at the request of a teacher. Disciplines: Science NJ Standards: 2.1, 5.1, 5.5, 5.6, 5.10 Grade Levels: K-12 Fee: $ $

23 Cape May County Park and Zoo 4 Moore Road, DN 801 Cape May Court House, NJ Barbara Agens Phone: Fax: bagens@co.cape-may.nj.us Web: We are an AZA accredited facility that focuses on educating the public and superior animal care. Amazing Adaptations Description: Adaptations are all around us! But can you see them? This up-close look at how animals have changed to better fit their environment will astound and amaze you. Note: This subject matter can be centered on a specific habitat of interest or an overview of many ecosystems. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, Fine Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: 2-4, 4-6, 6-8 Fee: $ $75.00 Animal Enrichment Description: Investigate the newest thing to hit zoos across the world. Food, smells, toys, and sounds that are created solely for the animals enjoyment. Take a look at the many different ways we keep our animals happy and healthy through enrichment. Disciplines: Math, Science, Social Studies, Health/PE, Character Ed, Fine Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: 2-4, 4-6, 6-8, 9-12 Fee: $ $

24 Animal Kingdom Description: All animals are different, whether it is in size, shape, or color. But did you know that the diversity goes more than skin deep? Discover the general differences that separate mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians, and invertebrates. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Character Ed NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: PK-2, 2-4, 4-6 Fee: $ $75.00 Animal Senses Description: Animals come in all different shapes and sizes. So how do they see, smell and hear the world around them? Learn the reason behind why a snake sticks its tongue out, why a cat s eyes glow in the dark, and much more. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Health/PE, Special Needs NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: PK-2, 2-4, 4-6 Fee: $ $75.00 Bird Brains Description: With so many different colors, beaks, and feet, birds are a truly fascinating group. Here we will take a close up look at many differences between our fine feathery friends. We will also look at why some birds can fly while others cannot. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, Fine Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.5, 5.5, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: 3-5, 6-8, 9-12 Fee: $ $

25 Cold-Blooded Creatures Description: Reptiles and Amphibians feel cold to the touch but why?! Explore the wild world of what allows animals to survive when they can t keep themselves warm. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Health/PE, Language Arts, Fine Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.8, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: 2-4, 4-6, 6-8 Fee: $ $75.00 Endangered Animals and the SSP Description: The SSP, or Species Survival Program, is a major way zoos across the world are trying to help increase endangered animals numbers, all the while trying to ensure the healthiest and strongest offspring possible. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Health/PE, Character Ed, Language Arts, Fine Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10, 6.6, 9.2 Grade Levels: 4-6, 6-8, 7-9, 9-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Exhibit Design Description: Do you know the four essential requirements to support life? Do you know what it takes to keep an animal from escaping? Take a look into what we do for our animals at the zoo in order to keep them happy, healthy and safe. Disciplines: Math, Science, Social Studies, Health/PE, Character Ed, Fine Arts, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 4.5, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: PK-2, K-12 Fee: $ $

26 Fact or Fiction Description: Are snakes slimy? Do opossums really hang upside down by their tales? Uncover the facts from the fiction as we expose the myths of the animal kingdom. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Character Ed, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10, 9.2 Grade Levels: PK-2, K-3, K-5, 1-3, 2-4, 3-5, 4-6, 6-8 Fee: $ $75.00 Fur, Feathers, Scales and Slime Description: Animals are covered by many different types of skin. We will look at why snakes have to shed their skin and how a frog breathes through its skin. No matter where the animal lives, or what it does they all have some type of skin. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Character Ed, Special Needs, Language Arts, Fine Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.8, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: PK-2, K-3, K-5, 1-3, 2-4, 3-5, 4-6 Fee: $ $75.00 Habitats Description: Disciplines: The earth is covered by multiple habitats and ecosystems. Together we take a closer look into what makes each environment different and how animals survive in their specific niche. Science, Social Studies, Health/PE, Career Ed, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.8, 6.6, 5.10 Grade Levels: 2-4, 3-5, 4-6, 6-8 Fee: $ $

27 Nomenclature No-No s Description: All animals have common names with which they are referred to on a daily basis, but they also have scientific names. Here we will learn about Carl Linnaeus and his binomial nomenclature which uses Latin to name animals; a naming system that transcends all other languages. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10, 7.1 Grade Levels: 6-8, 7-9, 9-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Parental Behaviors Description: Ever wonder who in the animal kingdom is a good parent? Learn which animals take care of their babies and how we handle new additions at the zoo. Note: Sexual material is covered in this program, basic sexual education is required. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Character Ed, Health/PE NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: 4-6, 6-8, 7-9, 9-12 Fee: $ $75.00 Skull Specific Description: Take an up close look at what lies underneath the fur and skin of some amazing animals. A lot can be explained from the skull of an animal. Just one quick look can tell you how intelligent they are, to even what kinds of food they eat. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Character Ed, Health/PE, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: 2-4, 3-5, 4-6, 6-8 Fee: $ $

28 Things that go Bump in the Night Description: Nocturnal animals have so many special means of dealing with the living in the absence of light. Together we will explore how they exist in the darkness, and try to amend a few myths while we are there. Disciplines: Social Studies, Science, Character Ed, Health/PE, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10, 6.6 Grade Levels: 2-4, 3-5, 4-6, 6-8, 7-9, 9-12 Fee: $ $75.00 What s For Lunch? Description: Inspect why some animals eat only plants, while some eat only meat. And just what do you call humans because we eat both?! Here we ll take a look at basic dietary needs of many different animals and just what we feed them here at the zoo. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Character Ed, Health/PE, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10 Grade Levels: PK-2, K-3, K-5, 1-3, 2-4, 3-5, 4-6, 6-8 Fee: $ $75.00 Who Has a Backbone? Description: Without our bones we would not be able to move, so how can invertebrates operate while they wear their bones on the outside? Here we will compare animals who are covered by their bones versus those who s bones are enclosed within their bodies. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Character Ed, Health/PE, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10, 9.2 Grade Levels: 2-4, 3-5, 4-6, 6-8 Fee: $ $

29 Zoo Careers Description: What does a Zookeeper do on a typical day? What classes do they take to learn about animals? Together we will look into the many jobs and lives that go into making a zoo function, and how those people got their jobs. Disciplines: Science, Social Studies, Career Ed, Character Ed, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 3.4, 5.5, 5.10, 9.1 Grade Levels: 6-8, 7-9, 9-12 Fee: $ $

30 Center for Holocaust Studies at Brookdale Community College 765 Newman Springs Rd. Lincroft, NJ Dale Daniels Phone: Fax: Web: The Center for Holocaust Studies at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, NJ, is an educational resource center. Its mission is: education about historical issues of the Holocaust and genocide; elimination of racism, antisemitism and all forms of prejudice that damage our society; and development of creative programs and activities regarding these crucial human issues. A non-profit, volunteer organization founded in 1979, it is the first Holocaust Studies Center in the state of New Jersey and is recognized as a leader in the field of Holocaust education worldwide. The Center houses an extensive library of books, periodicals and media materials on all subjects related to its mission. Its Teacher Resource Center contains a collection of curricula, lesson plans, study guides and the opportunity to work with Center professionals to design individualized programs and in-service training. Its Speakers Bureau has scholars, educators and Holocaust Survivors available for programs. Each year the Center provides thousands of students and teachers with services such as: a student leadership conference, theatrical performances, teacher training programs, a writing and art Contest and a Colloquium. Among its community programs and services are: annual scholarly lectures, film series, book discussions, Armenian Genocide Remembrance program, collaborative programs with the Monmouth County Prosecutor s Office and the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in the training of Law Enforcement Officers, and a court-mandated 12-week education program for Monmouth County Juvenile Bias Crime offenders. The Center s school services, as well as most of its community programs, are provided free of charge. Art Workshop in Holocaust Studies Description: As preparation for our Annual Luna Kaufman Writing and Art Contest, this workshop addresses specific issues and techniques in creating art about the Holocaust and other genocides. Disciplines: Professional Development, Fine Arts NJ Standards: n/a Grade Levels: 6-8, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $0.00 IP 27

31 Holocaust or Genocide Study Workshop Description: Holocaust/Genocide educator will present a workshop on a specific topic related to Holocaust or genocide studies. Some suggested topics: Holocaust resistance, History of the Holocaust, Armenian Genocide, Darfur, Rescue, Rwanda, Bosnia. Disciplines: Social Studies, Character Ed, Special Needs, Professional Development, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.2, 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 Grade Levels: 6-8, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $0.00 IP Prejudice Reduction Workshop Description: Workshop on issues to reduce prejudice in the school environment or community. Disciplines: Social Studies, Character Ed, Special Needs, Professional Development, Language Arts NJ Standards: 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 Grade Levels: K-5, 6-8, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $0.00 IP Survivor Interview Description: The opportunity for students and teachers to meet a Holocaust Survivor, hear them share their Holocaust experience, and have a question and answer session. Disciplines: Social Studies, Character Ed, Special Needs, Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.2, 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 Grade Levels: 6-8, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $0.00 IP 28

32 Writing Workshop in Holocaust Studies Description: As preparation for our Annual Luna Kaufman Writing and Art Contest or just to learn to write about Holocaust and genocide studies, a workshop to address specific issues and techniques in writing about the Holocaust and other genocides. Disciplines: Language Arts NJ Standards: 3.3, 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 Grade Levels: 6-8, 7-9, 9-12, Teachers Fee: $0.00 IP 29

33 Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education Castle Point on the Hudson Hoboken, NJ Pat Slater Phone: Fax: Web: All programs are approximately 60 minutes. Description: Disciplines: NJ Standards: Grade Levels: Fee: A World in Motion: The Design Experience Description: Learn about curricula and materials developed by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) in which students design a toy based on a request from a toy company. Over approximately 20 lessons, students develop a proposal and a prototype for a toy of their design. Students must work in teams to create the design. The module culminates in student presentations of their working modules and a discussion of the design teams effort to address the challenge. Teacher-directed, multidisciplinary activities cover the basic concepts and skills needed to understand the principles behind the prototypes. The lessons include: demonstrations and hands-on experiences examining force and friction, simple machines, levers and gears, gear ratios, conducting controlled experiments, public speaking and writing skills. Disciplines: Math, Science, Technology/Information Science NJ Standards: 3.3, 5.1, 5.3, 5.4, 5.7, 8.2 Grade Levels: 6-8, Teachers, Administrators Fee: $0.00 IP 30

34 Engineering is Elementary Description: Disciplines: Engineering is Elementary is a curriculum developed by the Museum of Science, Boston that integrates engineering and technology concepts and skills with elementary science lessons. Each Engineering is Elementary module contains lessons that integrate an elementary school science topic with a specific field of engineering and features handson activities that engage students in the engineering design process. Two modules, Water, Water Everywhere: Improving Drinking Water and Catching the Wind: Designing Windmills, will be demonstrated. Math, Science, Language Arts, Technology/Information Science NJ Standards: 4.1, 4.2, , 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, Grade Levels: 3-5, Teachers, Administrators Fee: $0.00 IP Engineering the Future Description: Two short modules adapted from the year-long Engineering the Future curriculum developed by the Museum of Science, Boston will be explored. In the first module, Redesign a Toy Boat for a Patent, students are challenged to apply fundamental concepts of matter and energy to understand how a putt-putt boat works and then redesign it. Teams work together in a series of activities to better understand how energy is transferred through the boat system, from a candle that provides energy input, to the jets of water that propel the boat forward. In the second module, Electrical and Communications Systems, students begin with simple electric circuit construction using batteries, bulbs, capacitors and compasses. With a strong foundation in electricity, students then explore communications systems. They experiment with microphones and speakers, seeing how these are similar electrical components, and how together they make telephones possible. Disciplines: Math, Science, Technology/Information Science NJ Standards: 4.2, 4.5, 5.1, 5.3, 5.4, 5.7, 8.2 Grade Levels: 9-12, Teachers, Administrators Fee: $0.00 IP 31

35 Introduction to Real Time Data Description: Find out why real time data should be a part of your students learning experience. Examine real-time data projects that you can use in your classes. This program is most appropriate for science and mathematics. A number of real time data sites and projects that incorporate real time data will be demonstrated. Disciplines: Math, Science, Cross-curricular NJ Standards: 3.2, 3.3, , 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.7, 4.9, 4.11, 4.13, , 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.8, 5.9, 5.10, 6.1, 6.4, 6.7, 6.9 Grade Levels: K-12, Teachers, Administrators Fee: $0.00 IP Introduction to Telecollaborative Projects Description: Find out what it takes to participate in an online telecollaborative project and how they benefit your students. Learn how to find and use telecollaborative projects, online experts and key pals in your classes. Appropriate for all subject areas. A number of telecollaborative projects will be demonstrated. Disciplines: Math, Science, Cross-curricular NJ Standards: 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, , 4.9, 4.11, 4.13, , , 6.9 Grade Levels: K-12, Teachers, Administrators Fee: $0.00 IP 32

36 Center for Mathematics, Science and Computer Education Rutgers University, CMSCE 118 Frelinghuysen Road Piscataway, NJ Judy Bornstein Phone: Fax: Web: The Center (CMSCE) sponsors more then 30 programs. Over the past twenty-one years, teachers and students from every legislative district in New Jersey and from two-thirds of all NJ school districts have benefited from participation in Center-sponsored projects. The leadership cadre spawned by these programs is improving the teaching and learning of mathematics, science, and technology statewide and even nationally. Annenberg Series: Physical Science Description: This 10 two-hour course explores science concepts in force and motion and come away with a deeper understanding that will help you engage your students in their own explorations. With science and education experts as your guides, learn more about gravity, friction, air resistance, and magnetism through activities. Disciplines: Math, Science, Language Arts, Cross-Curricular NJ Standards: , 4.2, 4.3, 5.1, 5.3, 5.4, 5.7, 8.2 Grade Levels: 4-6, 6-8 Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP Paper Engineering: The Art of Pop-Up Books Description: Have your students create pop-up books while learning science. Participants will learn about mechanisms, levers, linkages, and energy while having fun designing pop-ups. This interdisciplinary workshop will assuredly inspire and empower students. Disciplines: Math, Science, Language Arts, Cross-Curricular NJ Standards: , 4.2, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.7, 8.2 Grade Levels: 2-4, 3-5, 4-6 Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP 33

37 Reengineered Fables and Fairy Tales Description: Imagine how some classic fairy tales and fables would be different if engineers--who design, build, and manufacture just about everything--were involved. Participants will identify and solve the problems in the stories in a creative way by designing and building new and unique devices. Have fun reengineering fairy tales and fables! Disciplines: Language Arts NJ Standards: , 5.3, 5.4, 5.7, 8.2 Grade Levels: K-3 Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP Student Design Challenge: Robotic Arms Description: Through the use of design challenges, students gain skills in problem-solving, creativity, risk-taking and decision making. Students will design and build mechanical arms that can throw and grasp and will learn about the design process, motion, energy, and mechanical advantage along the way! Disciplines: Cross-Curricular, Language Arts, Science NJ Standards: , 4.2, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.7, 8.2 Grade Levels: 3-5, 4-6 Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP 34

38 Test Prep Strategies for GEPA Description: Disciplines: This workshop is designed to provide staff with the tools to create a learning environment where students are actively involved, solving meaning problems, and working together to acquire knowledge. Practical strategies, hands-on activities, use of a variety of manipulatives, and the use of technology will enhance your instruction in the clusters of the math curriculum to excite your students about learning mathematics and improve standardized test scores. Math NJ Standards: Grade Levels: Teachers Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP Test Prep Strategies for HSPA Description: Disciplines: This workshop is designed to provide staff with the tools to create a learning environment where students are actively involved, solving meaning problems, and working together to acquire knowledge. Practical strategies, hands-on activities, use of a variety of manipulatives, and the use of technology will enhance your instruction in the clusters of the math curriculum to excite your students about learning mathematics and improve standardized test scores. Math NJ Standards: Grade Levels: Teachers Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP 35

39 Test Prep Strategies for NJASK Grades 3 and 4 Description: Disciplines: This workshop is designed to provide staff with the tools to create a learning environment where students are actively involved, solving meaning problems, and working together to acquire knowledge. Practical strategies, hands-on activities, use of a variety of manipulatives, and the use of technology will enhance your instruction in the clusters of the math curriculum to excite your students about learning mathematics and improve standardized test scores. Math NJ Standards: Grade Levels: Teachers Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP Test Prep Strategies for NJASK Grades 5 and 6 Description: Disciplines: This workshop is designed to provide staff with the tools to create a learning environment where students are actively involved, solving meaning problems, and working together to acquire knowledge. Practical strategies, hands-on activities, use of a variety of manipulatives, and the use of technology will enhance your instruction in the clusters of the math curriculum to excite your students about learning mathematics and improve standardized test scores. Math NJ Standards: Grade Levels: Teachers Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP 36

40 Clifton Public Schools 333 Colfax Ave Clifton, NJ Linda McCoy Phone: Fax: Web: Sign Language I Description: Disciplines: World Languages, Cross-curricular NJ Standards: 7.1, 7.2 Grade Levels: 9-12 Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP Sign Language II Description: Disciplines: World Languages, Cross-curricular NJ Standards: 7.1, 7.2 Grade Levels: 9-12 Fee: By Scheduled Date/Time IP 37